Ireland Bus Theory Test flashcards

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Bus lane access

Only buses may use a bus lane; other vehicles may enter only to access premises, to park where permitted, or outside signposted operational times.

Motorway outside lane rule

Vehicles over 3,500 kg DGVW must not use the outside lane of a motorway except when turning right or where the lane is a continuous running lane.

Tyre tread minimum buses

The legal minimum tread depth for buses and heavy goods vehicles is 1.0 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread.

Projecting load marking

A load projecting more than 1 metre behind the vehicle must be clearly marked; forward projection must not exceed 1 metre.

Daily driving limit

A driver may drive a maximum of 9 hours per day, extendable to 10 hours twice a week.

45-minute break rule

After 4.5 hours of driving, a 45-minute break is required; it may be split into 15 minutes followed by 30 minutes.

Cyclist overtaking clearance

Give cyclists at least 1 metre clearance when overtaking at speeds up to 50 km/h and 1.5 metres above that speed.

Skid recovery technique

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid; avoid harsh braking and sudden steering inputs.

Box junction rule

Do not enter a box junction unless your exit is clear; large vehicles must wait behind the line until they can clear it.

Two-second rule

Maintain at least a two-second gap in dry conditions; double it in wet conditions and increase it further in ice or fog.

Air-brake low pressure

A warning buzzer or low-pressure light means air pressure is insufficient; the vehicle must not be driven until pressure is restored.

Daily defect log

All defects found during checks must be recorded in the daily defect log and reported to the operator immediately.

Tachograph record retention

Operators must retain tachograph records for 12 months and produce them on request to enforcement officers.

Manual tachograph entries

Drivers must make manual entries on digital tachographs for any work, availability or rest not automatically recorded.

Emergency vehicle response

Pull over to let emergency vehicles pass, but do not break the law such as driving through a red light to do so.

Incident scene priorities

Protect the scene, call emergency services, and do not move injured people unless they are in immediate danger.

Driver CPC requirement

Professional bus and truck drivers must complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years under the Driver CPC scheme.

Licence categories D and C

Category D covers buses and category C covers trucks; both require medical certification and a valid CPC card.

Warning sign shape

Warning signs are triangular with a red border; regulatory prohibition signs are circular with a red border.

Flashing amber light

A flashing amber light at a pedestrian crossing means you must yield to pedestrians on or waiting to cross.

Maximum authorised mass

The maximum authorised mass is the legal gross weight of the vehicle plus load; exceeding it invalidates insurance and is an offence.

Passenger luggage stowage

Passenger luggage must be stowed so it cannot move and must not block aisles, doors or emergency exits.

Vehicle fire procedure

Stop, switch off the engine, evacuate passengers, call the fire service, and do not open the engine cover if the fire is there.

Motorway breakdown steps

Move to the hard shoulder, switch on hazard lights, exit on the left away from traffic, and call for assistance.

Horse rider passing

Pass horse riders slowly and widely, and do not sound the horn, as horses can be startled by noise.

Large vehicle blind spots

Large vehicles have significant blind spots in front, at the sides and behind; use mirrors and cameras before manoeuvring.

Weekly driving limit

A driver may drive a maximum of 56 hours in any week and 90 hours in any two consecutive weeks.

Reduced daily rest

Daily rest is normally 11 hours, reducible to 9 hours no more than three times between weekly rest periods.

Twin-wheel tyre check

On twin-wheel axles, check the inner tyre as well as the outer for pressure, tread depth and damage.

Windscreen condition check

Check the windscreen for cracks and chips and ensure the washers and wipers work before each journey.

Roundabout approach

Yield to traffic already on the roundabout and use indicators correctly when exiting; large vehicles may need to straddle lanes.

Handheld phone offence

Using a handheld mobile phone while driving is an offence; hands-free use is permitted but must not distract the driver.