Denmark Category D/E Bus Trailer Theory Test study plan

Map the structure of Færdselsloven so you can locate any rule by chapter rather than by memory

Explain the hierarchy of regulation: law, bekendtgørelse, and local ordensregler, and state which one wins in a conflict

State the general speed limits for buses with and without trailer on motorvej, motortrafikvej, and ordinary roads, and name the exceptions that require posted signs

Apply the duty-to-yield and right-of-way rules at unmarked junctions, including the left-turn rule and the exit-from-property rule

Identify the documentation a professional driver must carry and produce it during a roadside check

Work through the rules on overtaking, including the ban zones, the bus-specific restrictions, and safe passing distances to cyclists and pedestrians

Explain the rules on stopping and parking for a bus, including bus stops, clearways, and the difference between erhvervsmæssig and private use

Describe how lighting rules change between day, dusk, night, and fog, and state when a trailer needs its own rear marking

Apply the rules on level crossings, including the obligation to stop, the signal systems, and behaviour when the barrier is down

Explain the penalty system for traffic offences, including klip in the driving licence and when a conditional disqualification applies

Calculate the maximum permitted total weight of a bus-trailer combination from the bus's tilladt totalvægt, trailer capacity, and axle loads, and state which limit binds first

Explain the coupling procedure step by step, including the check of the coupling, the safety cable, the electrical connection, and the brake test before moving off

Describe the rules for trailer dimensions, overhang, and rear marking, and state when a dispensation is required

Distinguish between the different trailer types used behind a bus and state the licence and equipment requirements for each

Explain how the load affects axle distribution and how to verify you are not overloading an axle

Describe the turning geometry of a bus with trailer, including swept path, off-tracking, and the space needed for a right turn at a tight junction

Explain the reversing technique for a trailer, including mirror use, the role of a banksman, and when to abort and reposition

State how braking distance and stability change with a loaded trailer, and describe the correct response to a jackknife tendency

Explain how crosswind, road camber, and wet or icy surfaces affect the combination, and state the speed adjustments you make

Describe the correct procedure for driving through a roundabout and for lane changes with a long combination

Apply the load securing rules to a bus trailer, including the required lashing capacity, the use of straps and bars, and the check before departure

Explain passenger safety in a bus with trailer, including the rules on standing passengers, seat belts where fitted, and behaviour at stops

Describe the checks a driver must make on the passenger compartment and emergency exits before departure

Explain the fire risk factors in a bus, the location and use of extinguishers, and the evacuation sequence

Describe how to secure a wheelchair user and how to handle luggage that could become a projectile

Explain the EU driving and rest time rules as they apply to a bus driver, including the daily and weekly limits, breaks, and the 45-minute split

Describe how to use a digital tachograph correctly, including manual entries, the mode switch, and what to do when the card or unit fails

State the record-keeping obligations and the consequences of manipulating or falsifying tachograph data

Describe the first-aid priorities at a bus incident, including scene safety, alerting, triage, and the recovery position

Explain how to secure an incident scene, place warning equipment, and manage passengers until the emergency services arrive

Describe the periodic inspection regime for buses and trailers, including inspection intervals and what is checked at each

Explain the daily and weekly checks a driver must perform on the bus and trailer, and state the defect-reporting obligation

Describe the trailer braking system, including the overrun brake and the breakaway function, and how to test them

Explain the tyre rules for buses and trailers, including minimum tread depth, load index, and the ban on mixing constructions on an axle

Identify the warning signs of a failing component and state when the vehicle must be taken out of service

Apply eco-driving techniques to a bus with trailer, including anticipation, gear choice, and use of retarders, and state the fuel saving you expect

Explain the noise rules that apply to buses in urban areas, including unnecessary idling, and the restrictions on night-time operation

Re-run a full timed mock test across all eight domains and score above the pass threshold

Review every wrong answer from the mock test and close each gap with a written correction

Recite the ten rules you are most likely to forget on the day, from memory, without notes