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What should be done if central is unable to make contact with the officer(s) who activated the emergency button?
All units in the vicinity will be immediately directed to conduct a coordinated search for the unit declaring an emergency.
It is acceptable to interrupt a common transmission if you have an emergency.
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What must you notify central of in the case of a motor vehicle accident?
The location, whether TLC is involved, and any injuries.
What does PTT mean?
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The orange button on top of the radio is used to transmit a normal message.
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Do our radios have tilt sensors?
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What must all For-Hire Vehicles that are Luxury Limousines display?
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What does §59A-29(g) refer to in terms of vehicle identification?
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What is a Distress Signaling Light?
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What is a Hail Zone?
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A Driver of a Street Hail Livery must not solicit Passengers in the ______.
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What is the fine for not complying with posting the Livery Passengers' Bill of Rights?
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Who must ensure that all Taxicabs are equipped with a distress signaling light system?
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Match the following chapters with their descriptions:
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What is a Yellow Taxicab?
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All vehicles must have a valid medallion to pick up passengers in New York City.
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What is required on all Taxicabs according to the Hack-Up specifications?
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What is a Taximeter?
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What must a Taxicab Owner ensure for their vehicles?
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What does SHL stand for?
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The TLC requires all medallion taxicabs to be equipped with a ______ Technology System.
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Biannual inspections for SHL vehicles are conducted every six months.
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What must happen when the Emergency Alarm button is activated on the radio?
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What must a Street Hail Livery Licensee ensure when their vehicle is in operation?
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The commission has a web-based applicant portal for ______ applications.
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What does the term 'Exclusionary Zone' refer to?
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What is the main purpose of the TLC Chapter 80 rules?
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Study Notes
Yellow Taxicab
- Exclusive vehicles allowed to pick up street-hailing and prearranged passengers in New York City.
- Legally, there are 13,587 taxis, each requires a medallion.
- Medallions are auctioned by the City and transferable on the open market.
Agreeing to the Terms for TLC
- Owners must ensure all taxicabs are properly licensed and have a valid medallion.
- Operating without valid registration results in summary suspension of the owner's license.
Medallion Roof Light
- All taxicabs must have a roof light controlled by the taximeter.
- Roof light must be lit when the taximeter is off and unlit when the taximeter is recording.
- Tampering with the roof light operation is prohibited.
Trouble Lights
- Taxicabs must be equipped with a distress signaling light system as per specified requirements.
Taximeter
- Device used in taxicabs to calculate passenger fares based on distance and waiting time.
Medallion T-PEP
- All medallion taxicabs must have the T-PEP system for electronic payments and data collection.
- This system includes a Passenger Information Monitor to display information to passengers.
Markings & Advertising
- Taxicabs can only display specific emblems (owner, drivers' union, manufacturer) approved by the Commission.
Tri-Annual Inspection
- Taxicabs require inspection every four months, with potential for additional inspections as deemed by the Commission.
- Failure to inspect timely leads to summary suspension of the owner's license.
TLC Inspection Sticker
- Yellow cabs must undergo three inspections annually, including one at a state DMV Inspection Station.
- The first inspection occurs in the month the sticker expires; subsequent inspections are at TLC facilities.
Taxicab Rate Card (Front)
- Includes essential information: fare rate, medallion number, expiration date, advertisement.
Taxicab Rate Card (Back)
- Contains owner and vehicle details, including the make, year, and identification numbers.
Medallion Owner Responsibilities
- Governed by various TLC rules regarding vehicle condition, equipment, and maintenance.
Street Hail Livery
- Permits allow a green taxi to operate like a for-hire vehicle, accepting dispatches and street-hailing.
- Must be equipped similarly to yellow taxis.
Licensing SHL Vehicles
- Street Hail Livery License requires good moral character, valid identification, and liability insurance among other requirements.
TLC SHL License Terms
- Compliance with laws necessitates a valid vehicle license and specific markings on vehicles.
Exclusionary Zone
- Street-Hail Liveries are not permitted to operate in the exclusionary zone located south of West 110th St and East 96th St.
SHL Roof Light
- Similar to taxicab roof light but must comply with specific operational controls through the taximeter.
Distress Signal Light
- SHLs must have a distress signaling light system as mandated.
Taximeter for SHL
- Functions similarly to taximeters in regular taxicabs for fare calculations.
L-PEP System for SHLs
- Livery Passenger Enhancement Program required in SHLs for processing payments and communication with TLC.
Base Station Affiliation Signs
- SHLs may display exterior identification of their affiliated base station, subject to TLC specifications.
Rate Card and TLC License
- The Rate Card contains fare and inspection information, essential for operating as a Street Hail Liveries.
Biannual Inspection
- SHLs must be inspected twice a year at TLC facilities to maintain licensing.
Street Hail Livery Industry Rules
- Rules cover vehicle conditions, operational conduct, and regulations specific to SHLs.
Universal License
- TLC Driver License, allowing operation of various for-hire vehicles, is required across NYC's five boroughs.
TLC Driver's License
- Distinct from DMV licenses, a TLC license requires possessors to also hold a valid DMV-issued driver's license.
Chapter 80 Rules Purpose
- Establishes procedures for regulating taxicab and for-hire vehicle drivers, ensures public protection.
Commonly Enforced Chapter 80 Rules
- Cover various aspects including licensing, conduct, traffic laws, passenger safety, and proper vehicle operation.
Radio Communication Protocol
- Always keep your radio on and secure; use proper transmission techniques and clear language during communication.
Emergency Transmission Procedures
- Clear instructions for emergency situations including activation of the emergency alarm button and maintaining communication with central dispatch.
Exception for Luxury Limousines
- Luxury Limousines are only required a single Commission Decal on their windshield for identification.### Base Station Affiliation Signs
- For-Hire Vehicles (FHV Livery) must display their Affiliated Base Station on the vehicle's exterior.
- Luxury limousines and black cars are exempt from this requirement.
- A fine of $25 may be imposed; appearance is not required.
Distress Signaling Light
- All livery vehicles must have a distress signaling light system in compliance with specific regulations.
- Taxicabs owned under a medallion must meet these requirements.
Driver Solicitation Regulations
- Drivers of Street Hail Liveries are prohibited from soliciting passengers in designated exclusionary zones (south of E96th St & W110 St).
- Acceptance of pre-arranged trips is also not allowed in these zones.
Hail Zone Regulations
- Within the Hail Zone, drivers can either accept passengers by hail or through pre-arrangement with a base.
Solicitation Limits for For-Hire Vehicles
- Drivers must not solicit or pick up passengers unless arranged through a licensed dispatch base.
Hail Exclusionary Zone
- Soliciting or picking up passengers in specific Manhattan areas or NYC airports without prearrangement may result in enhanced penalties.
Livery Passengers' Bill of Rights (Owner)
- Every livery vehicle owner is required to display a Livery Passengers' Bill of Rights in a specified format.
- The Commission will provide this format online and it must be displayed in the vehicle.
Livery Passengers' Bill of Rights (Base)
- For-Hire Livery Vehicles must contain the Livery Passengers' Bill of Rights when dispatched by a base.
- The rights document must be placed in a protective holder on the back of the front passenger seat.
Street Hail Livery Requirements
- Street Hail Livery Vehicles must have their own version of the Passengers' Bill of Rights to be dispatched by a base.
Medallion
- Medallions are required identifiers for certain livery vehicles under Chapter 58 regulations.
Street Hail Livery
- Defined under Chapter 82 of transport regulations.
For-Hire Vehicle Regulations
- Regulations governing livery, black car, and luxury for-hire vehicles are outlined under Chapter 59A.
Dispatch Vehicles Regulations
- Chapter 59B pertains to regulations surrounding dispatch vehicles.
TLC Driver's License
- The requirements and guidelines for TLC Driver's Licenses are found in Chapter 80.
Chain of Command
- The hierarchy in law enforcement includes ranks such as Officer, Lieutenant, Captain, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, Chief of Patrol, Assistant Commissioner of Enforcement, and Deputy Commissioner of Uniformed Services Bureau.
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This quiz focuses on the key concepts related to the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) in New York City. It covers essential definitions such as 'Yellow Taxicab' and regulations for operating taxis. Perfect for those preparing for the TLC licensing examination.
