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SCHEDULE 7SPECIFIED MATTERS FOR THEORY TEST

PART 4CATEGORY D

The specified matters are set out in sections A and B. The person conducting the test shall examine candidates on all the items included in section A but need not examine them on every item mentioned in section B provided that he asks at least one question about them at random.

A. Mandatory matters

1.  Rules on vehicle weights and dimensions.

2.  Rules on driving hours, rest periods and the use of the tachograph.

3.  Principles of braking systems and speed governors.

4.  Rules concerning persons carried.

5.  How to behave in the event of an accident.

6.  Checks on the condition of tyres, lights, reflectors, steering, brakes, direction indicators and audible warning devices.

7.  Precautions when alighting from the vehicle.

8.  Safety factors relating to vehicle loading.

B. Random questioning

1.  Obstruction of the field of view of the driver and other road users caused by characteristics of their vehicles.

2.  The effect of wind on the course of the vehicle.

3.  Precautions to be taken when overtaking because of the danger of splashing spray or mud.