7D - 7D Pupil Driver Vehicle Inspection and Equipment Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to Massachusetts regulations for 7D vehicles, what is the minimum required tread depth for all tires?

Accepted Answer

4/32 of an inch

Answer

2/32 of an inch

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6/32 of an inch

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The same as a standard passenger vehicle

Question 2

During a pre-trip inspection, you notice your 7D vehicle, which is not equipped to transport wheelchairs, is missing one piece of required safety equipment. Which of the following items, if missing, would NOT be a violation?

Accepted Answer

A fire/evacuation blanket

Answer

A body fluid clean-up kit

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A seat belt cutter accessible to the driver

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A fire extinguisher rated 2A10BC or greater

Question 3

A 7D driver is preparing for their morning route. Which of the following is a mandatory check during the daily pre-trip inspection?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Verifying the semi-annual inspection sticker is current

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Ensuring the company name and city are displayed correctly

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Checking that the child reminder system is functioning

Question 4

Which of the following pieces of equipment became mandatory on all 7D vehicles as of October 1, 2019?

Accepted Answer

Audible backup alarm

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Child reminder system

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Body fluid clean-up kit

Answer

Tires with 4/32" tread depth

Question 5

In addition to the annual state inspection required for all passenger vehicles, how often must a 7D vehicle undergo a specific 7D safety inspection?

Accepted Answer

Every six months (semi-annually)

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Every three months (quarterly)

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Only when first put into service

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Every two years

Question 6

When inspecting the exterior of a 7D vehicle, what are the specific requirements for the company identification markings?

Accepted Answer

Company name, city, and state on both sides in lettering at least 2 inches high

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Company name on the rear of the vehicle in 1-inch letters

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Company name and phone number on the driver's side door only

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A magnetic sign with the company logo on the hood