F Class Licence Flashcards
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What governs the driver, the vehicle and equipment, weight and numbers of passengers that a bus driver can carry?

The Highway Traffic Act

What governs the control for-hire movement of people on the highways by bus?

The Public Vehicles Act

What licence is required to apply for a Class A, B, C, D, E or F licence?

Full G

Class A is allowed to drive any ______ and vehicle in class __ and ___.

<p>tractor-trailer combination, D and G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class B is allowed to drive any ________, and vehicles in class __, __, __, __, and ___.

<p>school purposes bus, C, D, E, F and G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class C is allowed to drive any _________ and vehicles in ___, ___, and ____.

<p>regular bus, D, F and G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class D is allowed to drive a motor vehicle exceeding __________ or ________ or _________ provided the towed vehicle is not over __________. May also drive Class ____ vehicles.

<p>11,000 kilograms gross weight, registered gross weight, any truck or combination, 4,600 kilograms, G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class E is allowed to drive __________ with a maximum passenger capacity of ___. May also drive vehicles in class ____ and ___.

<p>any school purposes bus, 24, F and G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class F is allowed to drive any ______ with a maximum passenger capacity of _____. May also drive _________. May also drive class ______ vehicles.

<p>regular bus, 24, ambulances, G</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class G is allowed to drive any ____, ____, _____, or combination of vehicle and towed vehicle up to _________kg provided the towed vehicle is not over _________kg.

<p>car, van, small truck, 11,000, 4,600</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class G1 may drive Class G vehicles when accompanied by a _____________ with at least _________.

<p>fully licensed driver, four years' driving experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class G2 holders may drive Class G vehicles without accompanying drivers.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class M is allowed to drive any _________ including _______, _______, and ________. May also drive a ________ vehicle under conditions that apply to a class _______ licence holder.

<p>motorcycles, motor tricycles, limited-speed motorcycles (motor scooters), motor-assisted bicycles (mopeds), G, G1</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class M2 can drive a motorcycle but must have _______________. May also drive a _____ class vehicle but under conditions that apply to a ______ licence.

<p>zero blood-alcohol level, G, G1</p> Signup and view all the answers

What endorsement is required for Air brakes?

<p>Z</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which classes require a medical?

<p>class A, B, C, D, E or F</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drivers under the age of 46 must submit a medical report every _____ years.

<p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drivers aged 46 to 64 must submit a medical report every _____ years.

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drivers aged 65 and older are required to submit a medical report _________ year.

<p>every</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you wear corrective lenses?

<p>If your licence is conditional on wearing corrective lenses, do not drive without wearing them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A class C licence is needed to drive any bus with seats for more than _____ passengers, but not a ________________ carrying passengers.

<p>24, school-purposes bus</p> Signup and view all the answers

A class F licence is needed to drive an _____________ or any bus with seats for ________________, but not more than _________________, and not a ____________________ carrying passengers.

<p>ambulance, 10 or more passengers, 24 passengers, school-purposes bus, G, motorcycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What endorsement do you need to operate a bus equipped with Air brakes?

<p>Z</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a bus?

<p>A motor vehicle designed for carrying 10 or more passengers and used for the transportation of persons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old do you need to be to obtain an F/C class?

<p>18</p> Signup and view all the answers

What licence do you need for a F/C class?

<p>G or higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the medical requirements for a F/C class?

<p>Physical and vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Licensing Regulations and Classes

  • The Highway Traffic Act governs drivers, vehicles, equipment, weight, and passenger limits for bus drivers.
  • The Public Vehicles Act regulates the for-hire movement of people on highways via bus.
  • A Full G licence is required to apply for Class A, B, C, D, E, or F licences.

Class Licences Overview

  • Class A: Permits driving any tractor-trailer combination and vehicles in Class D and G.
  • Class B: Allows driving school purpose buses and vehicles in Classes C, D, E, F, and G.
  • Class C: Authorized to drive regular buses and vehicles in Classes D, F, and G.
  • Class D: For driving motor vehicles exceeding 11,000 kg gross weight and any truck/combo; towed vehicle limit is 4,600 kg. Also able to drive classes G vehicles.
  • Class E: Permits driving any school purpose bus with a max capacity of 24; also drives vehicles in classes F and G.
  • Class F: Allows driving regular buses with a max capacity of 24; can also drive ambulances and Class G vehicles.
  • Class G: Permits driving cars, vans, small trucks, or combinations up to 11,000 kg; towed vehicle limit is 4,600 kg.

G1 and G2 Class Restrictions

  • Class G1: Drivers must be accompanied by a fully licensed driver with at least four years of driving experience.
  • Class G2: Holders may drive Class G vehicles independently without an accompanying driver.

Motorcycle Licensing

  • Class M: Permits the operation of motorcycles, motor tricycles, limited-speed motorcycles, and motor-assisted bicycles; may also drive G class vehicles under G1 license conditions.
  • Class M2: Allows motorcycle operation with zero blood-alcohol level; can drive G class vehicles under G1 conditions.

Medical Requirements

  • Medical reports required for Class A, B, C, D, E, or F licences.
  • Drivers under 46 must submit a medical report every five years.
  • Drivers aged 46 to 64 must submit reports every three years.
  • Drivers aged 65 and older must submit reports annually.

Additional Requirements

  • Corrective lenses must be worn if the licence is conditional on their use.
  • A Class C licence is required for driving any bus with seating for more than 24 passengers, excluding school-purpose buses; permits operation of vehicles in classes D, F, G, but not motorcycles.
  • A Class F licence is needed to drive an ambulance or any bus with 10 or more passengers, but not exceeding 24, excluding school-purpose buses.
  • The "Z" air brake endorsement is required for operating vehicles equipped with air brakes.
  • A bus is defined as a motor vehicle designed for carrying 10 or more passengers.

Age and Eligibility for F/C Class

  • Minimum age to obtain an F/C class licence is 18.
  • A G or higher licence is required to apply for F/C class.
  • Medical requirements include physical and vision assessments.

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Test your knowledge on the regulations and requirements for obtaining an F Class licence with these flashcards. Each card covers crucial aspects such as traffic acts and licensing prerequisites. Perfect for aspiring bus drivers looking to enhance their understanding of the legal framework.

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