Greece Category D Theory flashcards

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Priority to the right

At an uncontrolled intersection in Greece, the vehicle approaching from the right has priority; a driver leaving a private road or parking area must yield to all traffic.

Stopping distance formula

Total stopping distance equals reaction distance plus braking distance; braking distance grows with the square of speed, so doubling speed quadruples it.

Category C1

A licence category for goods vehicles with a maximum authorised mass between 3,500 kg and 7,500 kg, optionally with a trailer up to 750 kg.

Maximum road train length

In the EU a road train (lorry plus trailer) may not exceed 18.75 m in length; a rigid lorry is limited to 12 m.

45-minute break rule

After 4.5 hours of driving a driver must take a 45-minute break, which may be split into a 15-minute break followed by a 30-minute break.

Tread depth for lorries

Lorry tyres must have at least 1.0 mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the tread width; car tyres need 1.6 mm.

Emergency number in Greece

The single European emergency number 112 reaches ambulance, police and fire services; give the location, number of casualties and any hazards.

Aerodynamic drag

Air resistance increases with the square of speed, so fuel consumption rises steeply above 80-90 km/h; driving slower saves fuel.

Driver CPC card

A card proving the driver has completed 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years; it must be carried when driving professionally.

Bus emergency exits

Emergency exits must be marked, unobstructed and operable from inside; the driver checks them before each trip.

Alcohol limit for professionals

Professional lorry and bus drivers and novice drivers are limited to 0.20 g/l blood alcohol; other drivers are limited to 0.50 g/l.

Blind spot in front

A lorry driver cannot see a pedestrian or cyclist within about 2 m directly in front of the cab; always check before moving off.

Category D

A licence category for buses with more than 8 passenger seats in addition to the driver, with no upper mass limit.

Maximum authorised mass

The maximum weight of a vehicle including load, fuel and driver, as stated on the manufacturer's plate; it must never be exceeded.

Daily driving limit

A driver may drive 9 hours per day, extendable to 10 hours twice in a week; the weekly limit is 56 hours.

Air brake low pressure

If the air brake warning buzzer or lamp sounds, the system pressure is too low; do not drive until pressure builds to operating level.

Recovery position

An unconscious but breathing casualty is placed on their side with the head tilted back to keep the airway open while waiting for help.

Idling fuel waste

An idling engine uses about 0.5-1 litre of fuel per hour; switch off for stops longer than about 30 seconds where possible.

Tachograph records

Drivers must carry the previous 28 days of tachograph records and the current day's record and present them to inspectors on request.

Passenger standing rule

Standing passengers are not allowed on motorways or at speeds above 80 km/h; seated passengers must use belts where fitted.

Yellow diamond sign

A yellow diamond indicates a priority road; when it ends, the priority-to-the-right rule applies again at uncontrolled junctions.

Hydroplaning speed

Hydroplaning can begin at about 80 km/h on a film of water 2 mm deep; ease off the accelerator and avoid hard braking.

Category BE

A licence category for a category B vehicle with a trailer over 750 kg, up to a combined mass of 3,500 kg.

Axle load limit

A single driving axle is limited to 10 t and a single non-driving axle to 11.5 t; a tandem axle group is limited to 19 t.

Weekly rest

Weekly rest is 45 hours, reducible to 24 hours; any reduction must be compensated before the end of the third following week.

ABS warning lamp

If the ABS lamp stays on after the self-test, the anti-lock function is disabled even though normal braking still works; have it checked.

Burns first aid

Cool a burn with running water for at least 10 minutes and never apply ice, butter or ointments; do not burst blisters.

Tyre pressure and fuel

Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption by several percent; check pressure when tyres are cold.

Fatigue management

Fatigue is a leading cause of lorry accidents; the only remedy is rest, not coffee or fresh air, so stop at a safe place.

Bus documents on board

A bus must carry its registration, passenger transport licence, passenger insurance and the driver's CPC card, available for inspection.

Load overhang marking

A load projecting more than 1 m beyond the rear must be signalled with a red-and-white panel by day and a red light at night.

Engine braking downhill

Select a low gear before a descent and use engine braking; continuous service braking overheats the drums and causes brake fade.