Greece Category C Theory flashcards

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Greek urban speed limit

In built-up areas the default limit is 50 km/h unless signs indicate a lower limit, such as 30 km/h zones near schools and residential streets.

Blood alcohol limit professional drivers

Category C drivers must not exceed 0.20 g/L blood alcohol; the general limit for other drivers is 0.50 g/L, and 0.90 g/L triggers stricter penalties.

Greek warning sign shape

Warning signs are triangular with a red border and white or yellow background, placed in advance of the hazard they describe.

Continuous white line meaning

A continuous white line, whether centre or edge, must not be crossed; a broken line may be crossed when safe and the manoeuvre is signalled.

Two-second rule

In dry conditions maintain at least two seconds' gap behind the vehicle ahead; increase to three or four seconds in rain, darkness or when heavily loaded.

Overtaking prohibition locations

Overtaking is prohibited at pedestrian crossings, on blind bends, at level crossings and where a continuous line separates the lanes.

Space cushion principle

Defensive driving requires maintaining an escape route around the vehicle, assuming other road users may make mistakes without warning.

Fog light use threshold

Fog lights may be used only when visibility falls below 50 metres; switch them off when visibility improves to avoid dazzling other drivers.

Category C maximum mass

Category C covers rigid goods vehicles whose maximum authorised mass exceeds 3.5 tonnes but does not exceed 32 tonnes.

EU lorry width limit

The maximum width for a rigid lorry is 2.55 metres, rising to 2.60 metres for refrigerated bodies; height limit is 4.00 metres.

45-minute break rule

After 4.5 hours of driving, EU rules require a 45-minute break, which may be split into a 15-minute and a 30-minute period.

Daily driving limit

The daily driving limit is 9 hours, extendable to 10 hours twice per week; the weekly limit is 56 hours over two weeks 90 hours.

Driver card download interval

Driver card data must be downloaded at least every 28 days, and vehicle unit data at least every 90 days, keeping records for one year.

CMR consignment note

The CMR note is the standard international goods transport document under the CMR Convention and must be carried on cross-border journeys.

Truck tyre tread minimum

Category C vehicle tyres must have at least 1.0 mm tread across the central three-quarters; sidewall bulges or cuts require replacement.

Air brake pressure check

Before departure confirm air pressure builds to the operating range of about 6 to 8 bar and the low-pressure warning functions correctly.

Emergency number in Greece

The single European emergency number 112 reaches police, fire and ambulance services throughout Greece and the rest of the EU.

Adult CPR ratio

Adult CPR uses 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths, compressing 5 to 6 cm deep at 100 to 120 compressions per minute.

Fuel-efficient gear choice

Drive in the highest gear that does not labour the engine, typically around 1,200 to 1,500 rpm for a loaded diesel, to cut fuel use.

Idling fuel waste

Idling wastes fuel and increases emissions; switch off the engine during waits longer than one to two minutes where it is safe to do so.

Seat belt and child restraint rule

All occupants must wear seat belts where fitted; children under 12 and under 150 cm need an approved child restraint matching height and weight.

Greek motorway goods limit

Outside built-up areas the general limit for goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes is 80 km/h on ordinary roads and 90 km/h on motorways.

Yellow kerb marking

A yellow zig-zag or yellow kerb line marks a bus stop or no-parking zone where stopping is prohibited even for loading.

Level crossing red flash

A flashing red light or lowered barrier at a level crossing means stop; a St Andrew's cross marks an unprotected crossing.

Blind spot check

Category C vehicles have large blind spots; complete mirror-signal-manoeuvre and a shoulder check before every lane change or turn.

Banksman when reversing

When reversing a large vehicle use a guide (banksman) where possible; if alone, get out and check the area behind before reversing.

Maximum axle load

The maximum axle load is 10 tonnes for a single drive axle and 11.5 tonnes for a single non-drive axle; tyre ratings must match.

Load overhang marking

Loads projecting beyond the rear of the vehicle must carry a red and white warning panel and, at night, a red light.

Weekly rest requirement

A weekly rest of 45 hours, reducible to 24 hours with compensation, must be taken after at most six consecutive daily driving periods.

Manual tachograph entries

Activities not recorded automatically, such as ferry crossings, other work or rest away from the vehicle, must be entered manually on the tachograph.

KTEO inspection

Heavy goods vehicles undergo annual periodic technical inspection at KTEO after the first registration year, and the certificate must be carried.

Warning triangle placement

On motorways place the warning triangle at least 50 metres behind the vehicle, switch on hazard lights and wear a high-visibility vest.