FRSC Commercial Driver flashcards
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- FRSC speed limit on highways
- Private cars and motorcycles are limited to 100 km/h on highways, while commercial vehicles are limited to 80 km/h and tow vehicles to 60 km/h.
- Two-second rule
- A driver should stay at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead on dry roads, doubling the gap to four seconds in rain, at night, or behind heavy vehicles.
- Blood alcohol limit
- A driver is over the legal limit at a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 g per 100 ml, equivalent to a breath reading of 0.24 mg per litre.
- Crash scene warning triangle
- On a highway, a warning triangle must be placed at least 50 metres behind the stopped vehicle to warn approaching traffic and prevent secondary crashes.
- FRSC emergency number
- The toll-free FRSC emergency line is 122, available 24 hours for reporting crashes, road hazards, and emergencies to the nearest response unit.
- Reportable crash definition
- A crash is reportable when it causes injury, death, or property damage; failure to report within 24 hours is an offence attracting fines and licence sanctions.
- Motorcycle helmet rule
- Crash helmets are compulsory for both rider and pillion passenger, and carrying more than one passenger or a child under 12 is prohibited.
- Minimum tyre tread depth
- Tyres must have at least 1.6 mm of tread across the central three-quarters of the tread width; worn tyres are a leading cause of blowouts.
- Class B licence
- A Class B licence authorises driving a private car or light vehicle up to 5,000 kg; the minimum age for this class is 18 years.
- Class D licence
- A Class D licence covers heavy goods vehicles; applicants must be at least 21 years old and hold a learner's permit for at least three months.
- Learner's permit duration
- A learner's permit must be held for at least three months before a candidate can sit the driving test for a full licence.
- Private licence validity
- A private driver's licence is valid for three years, while a commercial licence is valid for one year and must be renewed before expiry.
- Driving test components
- The driving test comprises a written theory test on road signs and rules, an oral interview, and a practical road test; all must be passed.
- Licence required documents
- Applicants need a birth certificate or age declaration, proof of address, medical certificate of fitness, learner's permit, and evidence of a passed driving test.
- Foreign licence rule
- Holders of a valid foreign driving licence may drive in Nigeria for a limited period, typically three months, after which a Nigerian licence is required.
- Penalty points system
- Traffic offences attract penalty points; accumulation can lead to licence suspension, during which the driver must surrender the licence and stop driving.
- Vehicle registration requirement
- Every vehicle must be registered with the state Motor Vehicle Administration and issued a number plate; driving an unregistered vehicle is an offence.
- Roadworthiness certificate
- Private vehicles require a roadworthiness test every 12 months and commercial vehicles every 6 months; the certificate must be carried in the vehicle.
- Vehicle licence renewal
- The vehicle licence, or road tax, is renewed annually and the sticker must be displayed on the windscreen; failure to display attracts a fine.
- Third-party insurance
- Third-party insurance is compulsory for all vehicles, and the certificate must be produced on demand by FRSC or police officers.
- Change of ownership
- A change of vehicle ownership must be notified to the Motor Vehicle Administration within 14 days, and the new owner must transfer registration and obtain a fresh licence.
- Number plate rules
- Number plates must be clean, legible, and correctly mounted front and rear; obscuring, altering, or removing plates is a punishable offence.
- Hackney permit
- Commercial passenger vehicles must display a valid hackney permit and pass the commercial roadworthiness inspection before carrying passengers for hire.
- Proof of vehicle ownership
- Registration requires proof of ownership such as customs papers or a purchase invoice, together with the vehicle licence and roadworthiness certificate.
- FRSC public education mandate
- The FRSC conducts road safety campaigns, school outreach, and driver education programmes under its establishing Act to reduce crashes nationwide.
- SPACE driving principle
- Safe driving messaging follows SPACE: Speed, Position, Anticipation, Concentration, and Emergency preparedness, covering the core behaviours promoted in campaigns.
- Ember month campaign
- The FRSC runs intensified road safety campaigns from October to December, targeting speeding, overloading, and drunk driving during peak travel season.
- Pedestrian crossing rule
- Children are taught to stop, look, and listen before crossing, and to cross only at marked crossings or pedestrian bridges, never between parked vehicles.
- High-risk education groups
- Public education targets commercial drivers, motorcyclists, pedestrians, and school children, using radio, social media, and roadside campaigns.
- Reporting unsafe driving
- Unsafe driving or road hazards can be reported to the FRSC via the 122 line or the FRSC mobile app, enabling rapid response and enforcement.
- Overloading education
- Exceeding the manufacturer's passenger or load capacity reduces braking efficiency and stability, making overloading a leading cause of commercial vehicle crashes.