TLC Weather & Hazardous Conditions 5

Question 1

Which action is recommended when a TLC driver encounters a sudden severe dust storm that dramatically reduces visibility?

Accepted Answer

Pull completely off the road, turn off lights, take foot off brakes, and wait

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Drive at 5 mph with hazard lights on until visibility improves

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Follow road markings carefully at reduced speed

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Stop in the travel lane with hazard lights to warn other drivers

Question 2

Under what wind speed conditions should a TLC driver exercise extreme caution with a high-profile vehicle or van?

Accepted Answer

Winds over 40 mph

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Winds over 10 mph

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Winds over 25 mph

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Wind speed does not affect sedan-type vehicles

Question 3

After a snowstorm, a TLC driver notices ice and snow on the vehicle's roof. What must the driver do before beginning service?

Accepted Answer

Remove all snow and ice from the roof to prevent it from becoming a projectile

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Tie a warning flag to the roof to alert other drivers

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Only clear the windshield and mirrors; roof clearance is optional

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Drive slowly on side streets where roof debris won't hit highway traffic

Question 4

What precaution should a TLC driver take when traveling through standing water after a heavy rainfall?

Accepted Answer

Test the brakes gently after exiting the water to ensure they are functioning properly

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Speed through to prevent water from entering the exhaust

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Downshift to a lower gear and accelerate through the water

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Avoid braking entirely until the tires have dried completely

Question 5

A TLC driver picks up a passenger during an ice storm. The passenger insists on being dropped off several blocks from the destination because the vehicle cannot safely continue on the icy road. What should the driver do?

Accepted Answer

Agree to drop the passenger at the safe location and document the reason

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Attempt to reach the exact destination to avoid a complaint

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Refuse the passenger entirely and return them to the pickup point

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Contact TLC dispatch before making any decision

Question 6

How does extreme cold affect a vehicle's battery, and what does this mean for TLC drivers?

Accepted Answer

Cold reduces battery capacity significantly, increasing the risk of failure and requiring drivers to ensure batteries are well-maintained

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Cold increases battery output; no special precautions needed

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Cold only affects batteries older than 5 years

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Battery performance improves below freezing because chemical reactions stabilize

Question 7

During a NYC Coastal Storm Warning with heavy rain and strong winds, a TLC driver's windshield fogs up from the inside. The most effective remedy is:

Accepted Answer

Turn on the air conditioning or defrost system with fresh outside air to remove moisture

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Turn the heat to maximum and aim all vents at the windshield

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Wipe the inside of the windshield with a cloth while driving

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Open all windows until the fog clears