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Under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, what singular condition must a district Council satisfy before granting a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
Under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, what singular condition must a district Council satisfy before granting a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
- The applicant has resided in the district for a minimum of one year.
- The applicant has demonstrated they are a fit and proper person. (correct)
- The applicant has passed a mandatory driving test.
- The applicant has paid all required fees.
What primary goal does the Council aim to achieve by establishing a consistent approach to assessing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver applicants?
What primary goal does the Council aim to achieve by establishing a consistent approach to assessing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver applicants?
- To limit the number of licensed drivers in the borough.
- To ensure all applicants meet the minimum legal requirements.
- To maximize revenue from licensing fees.
- To ensure the public receive a safe and efficient service. (correct)
Besides honesty and trustworthiness, what additional evidence must applicants provide to be considered fit and proper for a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
Besides honesty and trustworthiness, what additional evidence must applicants provide to be considered fit and proper for a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
- Medical fitness and knowledge of the district. (correct)
- Proof of vehicle ownership and insurance.
- Letters of recommendation from community leaders.
- Evidence of charitable contributions and volunteer work.
Apart from physical navigation, what resources are suggested to assist applicants researching questions related to their Knowledge of the Borough test?
Apart from physical navigation, what resources are suggested to assist applicants researching questions related to their Knowledge of the Borough test?
Where can applicants find answers to policy-related questions concerning Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing?
Where can applicants find answers to policy-related questions concerning Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing?
What is the required pass rate for the Compulsory section (Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire) of the knowledge test?
What is the required pass rate for the Compulsory section (Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire) of the knowledge test?
What constitutes the offence of 'plying for hire'?
What constitutes the offence of 'plying for hire'?
What is a licensed driver required to do if diagnosed with a medical condition that could affect their driving ability?
What is a licensed driver required to do if diagnosed with a medical condition that could affect their driving ability?
What action should a licensed driver/applicant take if they receive any convictions or cautions?
What action should a licensed driver/applicant take if they receive any convictions or cautions?
According to the provided material, what is the guidance on who is authorized to drive a licensed vehicle?
According to the provided material, what is the guidance on who is authorized to drive a licensed vehicle?
What is the appropriate course of action for a licensed driver who discovers property accidentally left in their vehicle after dropping off a passenger?
What is the appropriate course of action for a licensed driver who discovers property accidentally left in their vehicle after dropping off a passenger?
In what manner should a licensed driver consistently conduct themselves?
In what manner should a licensed driver consistently conduct themselves?
What minimum percentage pass rate is required for the Highway Code section for Hackney Carriage & Dual license applicants?
What minimum percentage pass rate is required for the Highway Code section for Hackney Carriage & Dual license applicants?
What minimum percentage pass rate is required for the Highway Code section for Private Hire license applicants?
What minimum percentage pass rate is required for the Highway Code section for Private Hire license applicants?
When driving behind another vehicle on a wet and slippery road, what precautionary measure should drivers adopt to ensure safety?
When driving behind another vehicle on a wet and slippery road, what precautionary measure should drivers adopt to ensure safety?
What is the most probable cause of excessive or uneven tyre wear on a vehicle?
What is the most probable cause of excessive or uneven tyre wear on a vehicle?
When approaching a designated Bus Stop while driving, what specific precaution should you take?
When approaching a designated Bus Stop while driving, what specific precaution should you take?
What action should you take if the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the right?
What action should you take if the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the right?
What is the correct action to take when an overtaking vehicle cuts in closely in front of you?
What is the correct action to take when an overtaking vehicle cuts in closely in front of you?
What is the minimum legal requirement of a tyre tread depth?
What is the minimum legal requirement of a tyre tread depth?
What is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway where the national speed limit applies?
What is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway where the national speed limit applies?
You break down on a two way road. At what distance should a red triangle be placed behind the vehicle?
You break down on a two way road. At what distance should a red triangle be placed behind the vehicle?
What is the national speed limit for the outside lane of a motorway?
What is the national speed limit for the outside lane of a motorway?
When approaching an unmarked crossroads, which of the following determines who has the right of way?
When approaching an unmarked crossroads, which of the following determines who has the right of way?
If reversing into a side road where you aren't sure if it's clear, what actions should you take?
If reversing into a side road where you aren't sure if it's clear, what actions should you take?
Under what specific circumstance can a district council grant a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence, according to the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976?
Under what specific circumstance can a district council grant a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence, according to the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976?
What constitutes the core principle behind the Council's method of assessing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver applicants?
What constitutes the core principle behind the Council's method of assessing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver applicants?
What specific skills or attributes, beyond a clean criminal record, are Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver applicants expected to demonstrate to prove they are 'fit and proper'?
What specific skills or attributes, beyond a clean criminal record, are Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver applicants expected to demonstrate to prove they are 'fit and proper'?
Aside from physical exploration, what resources are suggested to support applicants in preparing for their Knowledge of the Borough test?
Aside from physical exploration, what resources are suggested to support applicants in preparing for their Knowledge of the Borough test?
Where should applicants primarily seek answers to questions regarding the regulations governing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing?
Where should applicants primarily seek answers to questions regarding the regulations governing Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing?
What is the minimum passing score an applicant must achieve on the Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire compulsory section of the knowledge test?
What is the minimum passing score an applicant must achieve on the Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire compulsory section of the knowledge test?
What scenario accurately defines 'plying for hire'?
What scenario accurately defines 'plying for hire'?
What is the immediate obligation of a licensed driver upon receiving a diagnosis of a medical condition that could impair their ability to drive safely?
What is the immediate obligation of a licensed driver upon receiving a diagnosis of a medical condition that could impair their ability to drive safely?
What specific action must a licensed driver or applicant undertake following the receipt of any convictions or cautions?
What specific action must a licensed driver or applicant undertake following the receipt of any convictions or cautions?
What is the singular, critical restriction regarding who is authorized to operate a licensed vehicle?
What is the singular, critical restriction regarding who is authorized to operate a licensed vehicle?
What is the defined procedure a licensed driver should follow upon discovering a passenger's forgotten property in their vehicle after drop-off?
What is the defined procedure a licensed driver should follow upon discovering a passenger's forgotten property in their vehicle after drop-off?
How is a licensed driver mandated to conduct themselves in professional scenarios?
How is a licensed driver mandated to conduct themselves in professional scenarios?
What is the minimum required passing percentage for Hackney Carriage & Dual license applicants specifically on the Highway Code section of their test?
What is the minimum required passing percentage for Hackney Carriage & Dual license applicants specifically on the Highway Code section of their test?
What minimum percentage must Private Hire license applicants achieve on the Highway Code portion of their knowledge test?
What minimum percentage must Private Hire license applicants achieve on the Highway Code portion of their knowledge test?
When driving behind another vehicle under wet and slippery conditions, what augmented safety margin should a driver maintain?
When driving behind another vehicle under wet and slippery conditions, what augmented safety margin should a driver maintain?
What is the most frequent underlying cause of accelerated or uneven wear patterns on vehicle tires?
What is the most frequent underlying cause of accelerated or uneven wear patterns on vehicle tires?
When drawing near a designated Bus Stop in your vehicle, what specific precaution should a driver undertake?
When drawing near a designated Bus Stop in your vehicle, what specific precaution should a driver undertake?
In the event the rear of your vehicle begins to skid to the right, what is the immediate corrective action a driver should take?
In the event the rear of your vehicle begins to skid to the right, what is the immediate corrective action a driver should take?
When another vehicle abruptly cuts in front of you after overtaking, what constitutes the safest and most appropriate driving response?
When another vehicle abruptly cuts in front of you after overtaking, what constitutes the safest and most appropriate driving response?
What is the minimum legal tread depth requirement for vehicle tires to ensure road safety and legal compliance?
What is the minimum legal tread depth requirement for vehicle tires to ensure road safety and legal compliance?
On a dual carriageway where the national speed limit is applicable, what is the maximum permissible speed for vehicles?
On a dual carriageway where the national speed limit is applicable, what is the maximum permissible speed for vehicles?
If a vehicle breaks down on a two-way road, at what distance should a warning red triangle be positioned behind the vehicle to alert oncoming traffic?
If a vehicle breaks down on a two-way road, at what distance should a warning red triangle be positioned behind the vehicle to alert oncoming traffic?
What is the prevailing speed limit applicable to the outermost lane of a motorway in the UK?
What is the prevailing speed limit applicable to the outermost lane of a motorway in the UK?
In the absence of traffic signals or signs at an unmarked crossroads, what legal principle determines the right-of-way?
In the absence of traffic signals or signs at an unmarked crossroads, what legal principle determines the right-of-way?
When cautiously reversing into a side road with obstructed visibility, what specific actions should a driver execute?
When cautiously reversing into a side road with obstructed visibility, what specific actions should a driver execute?
You are driving on a motorway and a driver behind you flashes their headlights. What action should you take?
You are driving on a motorway and a driver behind you flashes their headlights. What action should you take?
You move home, within what time frame must you advise the Licensing Authority of your new address, according to Generic Policy and Law for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire (80% pass rate)?
You move home, within what time frame must you advise the Licensing Authority of your new address, according to Generic Policy and Law for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire (80% pass rate)?
According to the regulations, under which condition is a private hire or hackney carriage driver permitted to decline transport to a passenger's assistance dog?
According to the regulations, under which condition is a private hire or hackney carriage driver permitted to decline transport to a passenger's assistance dog?
What is the appropriate course of action if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is involved in an accident that results in damage?
What is the appropriate course of action if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is involved in an accident that results in damage?
A passenger requests assistance with loading shopping into the boot. What consideration should inform the driver's response?
A passenger requests assistance with loading shopping into the boot. What consideration should inform the driver's response?
An operator proposes a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 0700 to 1900 hours, including a one-hour unpaid lunch break. According to regulations, how many total hours would you be working per week?
An operator proposes a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 0700 to 1900 hours, including a one-hour unpaid lunch break. According to regulations, how many total hours would you be working per week?
What information must drivers disclose relating to legal infractions?
What information must drivers disclose relating to legal infractions?
According to Byelaw 2(i)., what is the proper placement for the number of the Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence on a vehicle?
According to Byelaw 2(i)., what is the proper placement for the number of the Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence on a vehicle?
In accordance with Byelaws 14(a) - (c), if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is designed with luggage-carrying capabilities, the driver must adhere to three specific requirements at the hirer's request. Which of the following is NOT a correct requirement?
In accordance with Byelaws 14(a) - (c), if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is designed with luggage-carrying capabilities, the driver must adhere to three specific requirements at the hirer's request. Which of the following is NOT a correct requirement?
According to Byelaw 16(a), where should the statement of the table of fares be displayed in a Hackney Carriage?
According to Byelaw 16(a), where should the statement of the table of fares be displayed in a Hackney Carriage?
Following Byelaw 5(b), what specific term is mandated to appear on the taximeter prior to commencing a journey for which a fare is being charged?
Following Byelaw 5(b), what specific term is mandated to appear on the taximeter prior to commencing a journey for which a fare is being charged?
According to Byelaw 17, what exact procedure must a Hackney Carriage proprietor or driver undertake immediately following the conclusion of any hiring?
According to Byelaw 17, what exact procedure must a Hackney Carriage proprietor or driver undertake immediately following the conclusion of any hiring?
According to Byelaw 13, under what condition is it mandated that a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire driver must wear their identification badge?
According to Byelaw 13, under what condition is it mandated that a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire driver must wear their identification badge?
Are Hackney Carriage or Private Hire vehicles obliged to exhibit 'no smoking' signage prominently within the vehicle?
Are Hackney Carriage or Private Hire vehicles obliged to exhibit 'no smoking' signage prominently within the vehicle?
According to regulations, what specific attire choices are classified as an unacceptable standard of dress for licensed drivers?
According to regulations, what specific attire choices are classified as an unacceptable standard of dress for licensed drivers?
What directive should a driver follow should a customer request to allow 5 passengers in a private hire vehicle when the maximum is 4?
What directive should a driver follow should a customer request to allow 5 passengers in a private hire vehicle when the maximum is 4?
If the standard fare is £5.00, what is the fare when calculated at 'time and a half'?
If the standard fare is £5.00, what is the fare when calculated at 'time and a half'?
The fare for the journey is £11.30, and the passenger gives you a £10 note, a £5 note and a 50p coin. How much change should you return?
The fare for the journey is £11.30, and the passenger gives you a £10 note, a £5 note and a 50p coin. How much change should you return?
The fare is £16.20, and the passenger pays with a £20 note, instructing you to keep £1.50 as a tip. How much change should you give back?
The fare is £16.20, and the passenger pays with a £20 note, instructing you to keep £1.50 as a tip. How much change should you give back?
The fare for a trip is £11.20, and the passenger provides you with a £10 note, a £5 note, and a 50p coin. What amount of change are you required to give?
The fare for a trip is £11.20, and the passenger provides you with a £10 note, a £5 note, and a 50p coin. What amount of change are you required to give?
Flashcards
When must a Council grant a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
When must a Council grant a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver's Licence?
The applicant has demonstrated they are a fit and proper person.
What evidence must applicants provide?
What evidence must applicants provide?
Honesty, trustworthiness, professional driving, medical fitness, criminal history, district knowledge, and English ability.
What to do upon receiving a criminal conviction?
What to do upon receiving a criminal conviction?
Report it to the police and your licensing authority.
What is 'plying for hire'?
What is 'plying for hire'?
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Medical condition as a licensed driver?
Medical condition as a licensed driver?
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Convictions/cautions as a licensed driver?
Convictions/cautions as a licensed driver?
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Who can drive a licensed vehicle?
Who can drive a licensed vehicle?
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Left property in the vehicle?
Left property in the vehicle?
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How should drivers behave at all times?
How should drivers behave at all times?
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Time gap in slippery conditions?
Time gap in slippery conditions?
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Cause of uneven tyre wear?
Cause of uneven tyre wear?
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Approaching a bus at a stop?
Approaching a bus at a stop?
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National speed limit (motorway outside lane)?
National speed limit (motorway outside lane)?
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Left-hand lane for?
Left-hand lane for?
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Right of way at unmarked crossroads?
Right of way at unmarked crossroads?
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Reversing into a side road?
Reversing into a side road?
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Wet motorway visibility?
Wet motorway visibility?
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Turning left hazard?
Turning left hazard?
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Driving down a steep hill?
Driving down a steep hill?
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Parking near a junction?
Parking near a junction?
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Speed limit (built-up area)?
Speed limit (built-up area)?
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Speed limit (single carriageway)?
Speed limit (single carriageway)?
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Stopping distance on ice?
Stopping distance on ice?
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Reversing from a side road to the highway?
Reversing from a side road to the highway?
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When is it illegal to sound a horn?
When is it illegal to sound a horn?
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Offence of 'plying for hire'?
Offence of 'plying for hire'?
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Vehicle cuts in front?
Vehicle cuts in front?
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Breakdown on a two-way road?
Breakdown on a two-way road?
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National speed limit (dual carriageway)?
National speed limit (dual carriageway)?
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Tyre tread depth (minimum)?
Tyre tread depth (minimum)?
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Motorway ahead sign?
Motorway ahead sign?
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"Give Way" sign?
"Give Way" sign?
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Maximum speed limit (dual carriageway)?
Maximum speed limit (dual carriageway)?
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Road narrows sign?
Road narrows sign?
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Direction sign?
Direction sign?
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Slippery road sign?
Slippery road sign?
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Pedestrian crossing sign?
Pedestrian crossing sign?
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One way street?
One way street?
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Crossroads ahead?
Crossroads ahead?
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Double bend?
Double bend?
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Road works ahead?
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Urban clearway sign?
Urban clearway sign?
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End of motorway sign?
End of motorway sign?
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"Stop" sign?
"Stop" sign?
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Traffic signals ahead?
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Distance of hazard ahead?
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Road hump sign?
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Controlled Zone sign?
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Study Notes
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A district Council must only grant an application for a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Driver’s Licence under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976
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Applicants must demonstrate they are a fit and proper person
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Applicants must provide evidence of:
- Honesty & Trustworthiness
- Professional driving standard
- Medical fitness
- Criminal history
- Knowledge of the District
- Understanding of English (spoken, written and reading)
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Training material assists applicants with their Knowledge of the Borough
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Applicants are responsible for researching the questions
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Applicants should drive to locations to establish location
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Other research sources include Google Maps, the Highway Code and Road signs sections
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The answers to Policy questions are in the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy
Compulsory Information
- Compulsory information for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire requires a 100% pass rate
- Key information for 'plying for hire' is available
- It is important to know what procedures you are required to follow if diagnosed with a medical condition
- You must know procedures to take if you receive convictions or cautions
- You must know who a licensed vehicle can be driven by
- You must know what to do with accidentally left property
- Most importantly you must understand how a licensed driver should behave
Highway Code
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Understanding of the highway code for Hackney Carriage & Dual requires 80 % pass rate
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Understanding of the highway code for Private Hire requires 90% pass rate
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The highway code questions include information like:
- Time gap to leave on a slippery road
- Causes of excessive tyre wear
- Effects of approaching a bus at a designated bus stop
- National speed limit for the outside lane of a motorway
- Use of the left-hand lane of a motorway
- Right of way at unmarked crossroads
- Actions to take when reversing into a side road
- Steps to take regarding visibility after heavy rain and road spray
- Hazard to watch out for when turning left into a side road
- Actions to help control a vehicle when going down a steep hill
- How close you may park to a junction
- National speed limit for a built-up area
- National speed limit on a single carriageway
- Stopping distances on icy roads or surfaces with fresh snow
- When you are allowed to reverse from a quiet side road into the main road
- When it is illegal for a horn to be sounded
- Speed limits in narrow residential areas
- Why to proceed with caution when overtaking a stationary bus
- When it is best for the pressure of your tires to be checked
- What to do when a driver behind you on a motorway flashes their headlights
- Where cyclists travelling at slow speeds are likely to be
- If you can drive in a bus lane
- What to do if the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the right
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More highway code information includes:
- Actions to take when an overtaking vehicle cuts in close in front of you
- At what distance a red triangle should be placed behind the vehicle when broken down on a two way road
- National speed limit on a dual carriageway
- Minimum legal requirement of a tyre tread depth
Road Signs & Markings
- An 80% pass rate is required for road signs and markings for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire
- You must have a strong knowledge of all road signs
- You must know what to do when approaching certain road signs
- You must know what a yellow traffic light means
- You must know what a hand signal means
- You must know what certain road markings mean
Generic Policy and Law
- Generic Policy and Law for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire require 80% pass rate
- Knowledge of these laws are tested:
- How many days to advise the Licensing Authority when you move home
- Duty to help passengers with luggage
- When a driver can refuse to carry a passengers assistance dog
- Who is responsible for ensuring a passenger under 14 wears a seat belt
- Which vehicle can use an illuminated roof sign
- How long you must have held a full driving licence before applying
- What to complete about a hired journey
- Action should you take after vehicle damage
- What to do after receiving a criminal conviction
- Assistance you should give to passengers
- How many hours you can work in a week
- Obligation to disclose convictions, cautions, fixed penalty notices and any pending matters
Maidstone Policy (Dual only)
- Maidstone Policy (Dual only) requires 80% pass rate:
- How many times can a first time applicant attempt the knowledge test.
- In accordance with Byelaw 2(i), where on a vehicle should the number of the Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence be displayed.
- According to Byelaws 14(a) - (c), if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is constructed to carry luggage, there are three requirements the driver should comply with, if required by the hirer. What answer is not correct?
- According to Byelaw 16(a), where must a statement of the table of fares be displayed?
- What "word" must appear on the taximeter before beginning a journey for which a fare is charged according to Byelaw 5(b)?
- According to Byelaw 17 what should the proprietor or driver of a Hackney Carriage do immediately after the termination of any hiring?
- According to Byelaw 13, when should a driver wear his badge?
- Does a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle have to clearly display no smoking signs?
- What two items of clothing are deemed an unacceptable standard of dress?
- What is the maximum age allowed for a vehicle when it is first licensed?
- Where must the licence plate be located on the exterior of the vehicle?
- How can a member of the public hire a Hackney Carriage?
- At what point should you start the taximeter for a fare?
- What should you do if your customer asks you to allow 5 passengers in your private hire vehicle, when the maximum number is 4 passengers?
Maidstone Policy (Hackney Carriage only)
- Maidstone Policy (Hackney Carriage only) requires 80% pass rate:
- In accordance with Byelaw 2(i), where on a vehicle should the number of the Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence be displayed?
- What "word" must appear on the taximeter before beginning a journey for which a fare is charged according to Byelaw 5(b)?
- According to Byelaw 16(a), where must a statement of the table of fares be displayed?
- According to Byelaws 14(a) - (c), if a Hackney Carriage vehicle is constructed to carry luggage, there are three requirements the driver should comply with, if required by the hirer. Which of these answers is incorrect?
- How many times can a first time applicant attempt the knowledge test?
- In accordance with Byelaw 8, when standing or plying for hire, is a Hackney Carriage Driver allowed to call out in order to obtain a fare?
- According to Byelaw 17 what should the proprietor or driver of a Hackney Carriage do immediately after the termination of any hiring?
- Does a hackney carriage have to clearly display no smoking signs?
- What two items of clothing are deemed an unacceptable standard of dress?
- At what time of day/night does time and a half start and finish (not including public holidays or New Years Eve)?
- What is the maximum age allowed for a vehicle when it is first licensed?
- Where must the licence plate be located on the exterior of the vehicle?
- How can a member of the public hire a Hackney Carriage?
- At what polnt should you start the taximeter for a fare?
Maidstone Policy (Private Hire only)
- Maidstone Policy (Private Hire only) requires 80% pass rate:
- When should a private hire driver wear their badge?
- Does a private hire vehicle have to clearly display no smoking signs?
- What two items of clothing are deemed an unacceptable standard of dress?
- What is the maximum age allowed for a vehicle when it is first licensed?
- Where must the licence plate be located on the exterior of the vehicle?
- As a Private Hire driver when are you legally exempt from wearing a seat belt?
- What should you do if your customer asks you to allow 5 passengers in your private hire vehicle, when the maximum number is 4 passengers?
- How many times can a first time applicant attempt the knowledge test ?
Numeracy
- Numeracy for Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire requires 80% pass rate
- Numeracy skills like calculating:
- Fare at time and a half from a standard fare
- Change from a fare with various notes and coins
- Change when a tip is included
Maidstone Places
- Maidstone Places (Hackney Carriage, Dual & Private Hire) requires 80% pass rate
- Specific locations for Maidstone are tested:
- Kent Police Headquarters
- County Hall, Maidstone
- Vinters Park Crematorium
- Maidstone Leisure Centre
- Maidstone Prison
- Maidstone Hospital
- Leeds Castle (Main Entrance)
- Museum of Kent Life
- Hazlitt Theatre
- Archbishop's Palace
- Mote Park
- Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery
- Teston Bridge Country Park
- Cobtree Manor Park
- Teapot Island
- White Horse Wood Country Park
- Tyland Barn
- Maidstone Mosque & Islamic Centre
- Oakwood House
- Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club
- Mercure Great Danes Hotel
- KIMS Hospital
- Kent County Showground
- Thurnham Castle
- Headcorn Aerodrome
- Bearsted Golf Course
- Hollywood Bowl
- Iden Croft Herb Garden
- Coldblow Farm Camping
- Maidstone Town Hall
Maidstone Routes
- Maidstone Routes (Hackney Carriage & Dual only) requires 80% pass rate
- Applicants have to identify the shortest route by distance
- This section has been removed from the private hire test until June 2022
- Examples of routes to know include:
- Marks and Spencers to Morrisons, Parkwood
- Calder Road to Gala Bingo
- Stilebridge Inn to County Hall
- Woolley Road to Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens
- Malta Inn to Boughton Lane
- Westmorland Road to Kent County Showground
- Kent Police Headquarters to Marriott Tudor Park Hotel
- Gala Bingo to Maidstone East Railway Station
- Somerfield Private Hospital to Egerton Road
- Crown Courts to Woolley Road
- Poplar Grove to Odeon Cinema
- Lenham Square to Parkgate Restaurant
- Bearsted Railway Station to Walnut Tree Public House, Yalding
- Archbishops Palace to Maidstone Leisure Centre
- Invicta Barracks to Notcutts Garden Centre
- Lenham Railway Station to Hilton Hotel
- Mangravet Avenue to Gatwick Airport
- Spot Lane to Lockmeadow Complex
- Cripple Street to Windmill Public House, Hollingbourne
- Maidstone Art College to Maidstone TV Studios
- Langley Golf Range to Mercure Hotel
- Marks and Spencer to Boughton Lane
- Lancet Lane to King Street Car Park (opp Boots)
- Maidstone East Railway Station to Chilston Park Hotel
- Maidstone Grammar School for Girls to Lockmeadow Complex
- Lower High Street to Sir Thomas Wyatt, Travel Inn
- Coombe Road to King Street Car Park (opp Boots)
- Lockmeadow Complex to Maidstone Hospital
- Leeds Castle to Who'd A Thought It Public House
- Lenham Railway Station to Hilton Hotel
- Bearsted Railway Station to Hazlitt Theatre
- Bearsted Railway Station to Archbishops Palace
- Marden Road, Staplehurst to Cock Inn, Boughton Monchelsea
- Crown Courts to Woolley Road
- Weald of Kent Golf Course to Maidstone West Station
- Westmorland Road to Orchard Medical Centre, Coxheath
- Hilton Hotel to Archbishops Palace
- Marks and Spencers to Westborough Sports Centre
- Maidstone Leisure Centre to Maidstone TV Studios
- Langley Golf Range to Newnham Court Inn, Notcutts
- Maidstone Police Station to HM Prison East Sutton
- Malta Inn to Strawberry Moons
- Sainsbury's to Somerfield Hospital
- Boots Kings Street to Morrisons
- Hazlitt Theatre to Egerton Road
- Woolley Road to Whatman's Park
- Marley's, Harrietsham to Lockmeadow Complex
- Cobtree Manor Golf Course to Notcutts
- Allington Marina to Archbishops Palace
- Calder Road to Stilebridge Inn
- Marks and Spencers to Wallis Avenue
- Maidstone West Station to Leeds Castle
- Mangravet Avenue to South Aylesford Retail Park
- Maidstone Hospital to KINS Hospital
- All Saints' Church, Staplehurst to Vinters Park Crematorium
- Invicta Motors, Sutton Road to High Street, Yalding
- Maidstone Driving Test Centre to Weavering Street
- Maidstone West Railway Station to Royal British Legion Village
- Lockmeadow Entertainment Centre to Maidstone Leisure Centre
- Mid Kent College to Maidstone Grammar School
- Courtenay Road to White Horse Wood Country Park (car park)
- Cornwallis Academy to Sutton Valence School
- Harrietsham Railway Station to The Ridge Golf Club
- Plains Avenue to Hunton Village Hall
- Maidstone Cemetery, Sutton Road to St. Nicholas Church, Otham
- Teapot Island, Yalding to Maidstone Hospital
Maidstone Streets
- Maidstone Streets (Hackney Carriage Dual only) requires 80% pass rate
- Applicants will be required to identify all the streets which directly join the street mentioned
- Applicant will be given the name of three roads, only one of which actually adjoins the road mentioned
- This section has been removed from private hire test until June 2022
- Allington Way, Maidstone
- Bircholt Road, Maidstone
- Chapman Avenue, Maidstone
- Bower Mount Road, Maidstone
- Stede Hill, Harrietsham
- Grigg Lane, Headcorn
- Gravelley Bottom Road, Kingswood
- Ham Lane, Lenham
- Goudhurst Road, Marden
- Amber Lane, Chart Sutton
- Copperfield Drive, Langley
- Plains Avenue, Maidstone
- Dean Street, Maidstone
- Station Road, Aylesford
- Lunsford Lane, Leybourne
- New Barn Road, Staplehurst
- Eyhorne Street, Hollingbourne
- Hampstead Lane, Yalding
- Lower Road, East Farleigh
- New Cut Road, Maidstone
- Queens Road, Maidstone
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Understand the requirements for Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver’s Licence applications under the Local Government Act 1976. Learn about demonstrating you are a 'fit and proper person'. Research honesty, driving standards and medical fitness.
