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Norway Theory Test - Category C study materials
Norway Theory Test - Category C study resources

Norway Theory Test - Category C: Driver Responsibilities, Licensing Rules and Norwegian Transport Regulations

Norway Theory Test - Category C · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.

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Driver Responsibilities, Licensing Rules and Norwegian Transport Regulations

What this domain tests

This domain tests the legal side of professional lorry driving: licence categories, qualification requirements, work rules, permits and the driver's responsibility for the vehicle and documents.

Core rules

  • Category C covers goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes; category CE covers a C vehicle with a trailer over 750 kg. Category C1 is the lighter goods-vehicle class.
  • Professional goods transport requires driver qualification competence (CPC) in addition to the licence, with periodic training. The employer must ensure the driver holds the correct licence and qualification.
  • The driver is responsible for checking that the vehicle is roadworthy, that the load is secure and that the permitted weights and dimensions are not exceeded.
  • Carry and produce the driving licence, driver card, vehicle registration and required transport documents. For international transport, a CMR note is normally required.
  • Follow working-time and driving-time rules, and do not accept instructions that would force illegal driving or rest periods.

Worked example

A dispatcher asks you to drive 30 minutes beyond the legal daily driving limit to reach the depot. You must refuse. The legal limit applies to the driver, and pressure from the company does not make the infringement lawful. Record the situation and report it through the company's safety system.

Traps that cost marks

Thinking a C licence alone authorises paid transport without CPC. Confusing C and CE trailer limits. Assuming the transport manager is responsible for load security on the road. Forgetting that the driver must be able to show documents at a roadside check.

Key points

  • C is over 3.5 tonnes; CE adds a trailer over 750 kg.
  • Professional driving also requires valid CPC qualification.
  • The driver must check roadworthiness, load security and weights.
  • Carry licence, driver card, registration and transport documents.
  • Refuse instructions that would require illegal driving or rest periods.