Question 1524 · Truck theory test
A driver has stalled in the middle of an unguarded level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell is ringing. What should the driver do?
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Correct answer
Walk clear of the crossing and phone the signal operator so that trains can be stopped.
Official explanation
In this situation, the driver and all passengers should get out of the vehicle and immediately use the emergency phone at the crossing to contact the signal operator so that trains can be stopped. If necessary, warn other motorists. Do not return to the vehicle until instructed by the signal operator or emergency services.
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- Managing risk · Incidents and Collisions
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- This question also appears in the bus theory test.
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