L3CERAD Theory UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
What does the I stand for in IPSGA? Information
What does the P stand for in IPSGA? Position
What does the S stand for in IPSGA? Speed
What does the G stand for in IPSGA? Gear
What does the A stand for in IPSGA? Acceleration
What does P stand for in POWDER? Petrol
What does O stand for in POWDER? Oil
What does the W stand for in POWDER? Water
What does the D stand for in POWDER? Damage
What does E stand for in POWDER? Electrics
What does R stand for in POWDER? Rubber
In what position should a banksman stand? Rear nearside, 1 meter back from vehicle. Adjusting position as the vehicle moves.
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a single 50mph
carriageway?
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a dual 60mph
carriageway?
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a motorway? 70mph
What is the safe stopping distance at 70mph? 96 meters (315 feet)
Stopping distance 60mph 73 metres (240 feet)
Stopping distance 50mph 53 metres (175 feet)
Stopping distance 40mph 36 metres (118 feet)
Stopping distance 30mph 23 metres (75 feet)
, Stopping distance 20mph 12 metres (40 feet)
Task-focused coping Attempts to change external environment via a behavioural response e.g reducing
speed when the conditions are dangerous. (Positive)
Reappraisal coping Dealing with driver stress by reappraising one's emotional and cognitive reactions
(Positive)
Avoidance coping Ignoring the stressor often through self-distraction and divert attention away from
driving which can impair performance
Confrontive coping Mastery of the driving challenge through self assertion or conflict which is a
dangerous driving coping strategy (negative)
Emotion-focused coping self criticism from the driver which may impair driving performance through
distraction and self-focus.
What should driving commentary include? 1. Type of vehicle you are driving
2. Type of road or environment
3. Speed limit applicable to that road or the vehicle you are driving
4. The prevailing weather and road surface conditions
5. Traffic density
What are the key principles of safe cornering? 1. make sure the vehicle is in the correct position on the approach
2. Travel at the correct speed for the corner or bend
3. Select the correct gear for that speed
4. Use the accelerator to maintained a constant speed through the bend
5. Be able to stop safely within the distance you can see to be clear on your side
of the road
Types of hazard Physical features ( junctions, bends, road surface)
The position or movement of other road users (drivers, cyclists, pedestrians)
Weather conditions (icy, poor visibility)
What is acceleration sense? The ability to vary a vehicles speed according to changing road and traffic
conditions using the accelerator alone, meaning less use of breaking.
What is a limit point? The furthest point at which you have an uninterrupted view of the road surface.
What is the purpose of a VDI? To ensure vehicles are:
1. Safe for their intended use
2. Roadworthy
3. Comply with all road traffic law
4. Satisfy all health and safety legislation
5. Set a good example to other road users
When is a VDI to be completed? At the start of every shift or when there is a switch to a different vehicle during a
shift.
CORRECT Answers
What does the I stand for in IPSGA? Information
What does the P stand for in IPSGA? Position
What does the S stand for in IPSGA? Speed
What does the G stand for in IPSGA? Gear
What does the A stand for in IPSGA? Acceleration
What does P stand for in POWDER? Petrol
What does O stand for in POWDER? Oil
What does the W stand for in POWDER? Water
What does the D stand for in POWDER? Damage
What does E stand for in POWDER? Electrics
What does R stand for in POWDER? Rubber
In what position should a banksman stand? Rear nearside, 1 meter back from vehicle. Adjusting position as the vehicle moves.
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a single 50mph
carriageway?
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a dual 60mph
carriageway?
What is the max speed for a C1 vehicle on a motorway? 70mph
What is the safe stopping distance at 70mph? 96 meters (315 feet)
Stopping distance 60mph 73 metres (240 feet)
Stopping distance 50mph 53 metres (175 feet)
Stopping distance 40mph 36 metres (118 feet)
Stopping distance 30mph 23 metres (75 feet)
, Stopping distance 20mph 12 metres (40 feet)
Task-focused coping Attempts to change external environment via a behavioural response e.g reducing
speed when the conditions are dangerous. (Positive)
Reappraisal coping Dealing with driver stress by reappraising one's emotional and cognitive reactions
(Positive)
Avoidance coping Ignoring the stressor often through self-distraction and divert attention away from
driving which can impair performance
Confrontive coping Mastery of the driving challenge through self assertion or conflict which is a
dangerous driving coping strategy (negative)
Emotion-focused coping self criticism from the driver which may impair driving performance through
distraction and self-focus.
What should driving commentary include? 1. Type of vehicle you are driving
2. Type of road or environment
3. Speed limit applicable to that road or the vehicle you are driving
4. The prevailing weather and road surface conditions
5. Traffic density
What are the key principles of safe cornering? 1. make sure the vehicle is in the correct position on the approach
2. Travel at the correct speed for the corner or bend
3. Select the correct gear for that speed
4. Use the accelerator to maintained a constant speed through the bend
5. Be able to stop safely within the distance you can see to be clear on your side
of the road
Types of hazard Physical features ( junctions, bends, road surface)
The position or movement of other road users (drivers, cyclists, pedestrians)
Weather conditions (icy, poor visibility)
What is acceleration sense? The ability to vary a vehicles speed according to changing road and traffic
conditions using the accelerator alone, meaning less use of breaking.
What is a limit point? The furthest point at which you have an uninterrupted view of the road surface.
What is the purpose of a VDI? To ensure vehicles are:
1. Safe for their intended use
2. Roadworthy
3. Comply with all road traffic law
4. Satisfy all health and safety legislation
5. Set a good example to other road users
When is a VDI to be completed? At the start of every shift or when there is a switch to a different vehicle during a
shift.
