Plant Driver Theory Test Questions - CPCSTTQA68(1)0425%20A68%20(1)%20Theory%20Test%20Questions

Sep 18, 2026

Set of multiple-choice style theory test questions focused on plant drivers’ legal duties and safe operation. Covers Health and Safety requirements for employees and employers, route discipline on sites, parking restrictions, tipping prevention, pre-start and final checks, and PPE such as gloves and hard hats. Includes driving rules for public highways, PUWER/Regulations training, operator manuals, hydraulics cleanliness, risk assessments, site induction topics, and safe manoeuvring in restricted spaces with hazards like overhead electricity lines and trench edges.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages4

Reading Time10 min

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Questions

Health and safety duties and legal compliance

Site movement, parking, and route restrictions

Machine operation checks and safety precautions

Environmental impact and hazard identification

PPE and access controls

Manoeuvring, tipping, and confined-space risks

Manuals, procedures, and maintenance cleanliness

Work at Height, induction, and risk assessments

| No. | Question | | --- | --- | | 1 | What THREE main duties of the Health and Safety at Work Act must employees follow? | | 2 | When travelling on wet clay, what effect could this have on the machine, particularly on wheeled plant and rollers? | | 3 | 28. Give THREE possible reasons why drivers of plant should not stray off the designated travel routes on site. | | 4 | a) What is the purpose of a Method Statement and
b) what is required of the driver? | | 5 | When parking the machine after use, name THREE places where the machine should NOT be parked. | | 6 | Give THREE reasons that may cause the machine to tip over – forwards and/or sideways-whilst driving. | | 7 | Before driving a machine away from rest, what final check must be made? | | 8 | If checking the oil level using a dipstick, why must gloves be worn? | | 9 | What does the Health and Safety at Work Act require employers to do with regards specifically to plant? | | 10 | If the machine is being travelled on the public highway, including adjacent pavements and verges, the Road Traffic Act applies. a) What type of licence and which classes should the driver hold and b) what is the minimum age allowed? | | 11 | If required to drive an item of plant on site for maintenance or loading purposes, what must be checked on arrival to the site? | | 12 | The driver has to manoeuvre a new type of machine. What do Regulations (i.e. PUWER 98) and other guidance require the driver to have? | | No. | Question | | --- | --- | | 13 | Why would the holding of a card be of benefit to the plant driver? | | 14 | Making tight turns with tracked plant can cause what TWO effects? | | 15 | What is the purpose of a roll or ROPS frame? | | 16 | Name FOUR different types or levels of sanctions that can be applied (by employers and judicial bodies) to plant drivers who do not comply with, or follow legislation and regulations. | | 17 | If driving a machine in an area where the general public have access, what action should be taken? | | 18 | When can additional personnel be transported around on site? | | 19 | In what situation does a hard hat not need to be worn when driving on a construction site? | | 20 | When steering wheeled plant with long rigid chassis around tight corners, what should be taken into account? | | 21 | Name THREE ways in which a driver can minimise their impact upon the environment whilst driving the machine. | | 22 | What is the definition of, or how can a hazard be described? | | 23 | Give TWO examples of where The Work at Height Regulations may apply to the driving of plant. | | 24 | When MUST a banksman/signaller be used before moving any item of plant? | | No. | Question | | --- | --- | | 25 | What is a possible consequence of driving wheeled plant where there was a deep cut in the sidewall of a tyre? | | 26 | What are the possible outcomes if being prosecuted (by judicial bodies) for not complying with legislation and regulations? | | 27 | Before leaving the cab and after switching off the machine, what final action must be carried out and why? | | 28 | Manoeuvring an articulated chassis plant in a restricted space requires what particular care? | | 29 | On boom-equipped plant with an upper rotating structure, what TWO actions should be taken before slewing? | | 30 | When driving/manoeuvring plant in a confined area or space, what could be the risks? | | 31 | Before driving an item of plant (such as a dump truck) on a site where reversing may be involved, what should be checked before starting? | | 32 | What could be the effect on driving a machine whereby either a counterweight, boom or bucket had been removed? | | 33 | What is the meaning of this hand signal (being demonstrated by the tester)? | | 34 | If the driver needs to top-up the hydraulic oil of a machine before it can be moved, state TWO precautions to ensure cleanliness of the system. | | 35 | Where would the machine’s Operator’s Manual be found and why? | | 36 | If a trench has a depth of 2.0 metres

FAQs

What core duties must employees follow under the Health and Safety at Work Act?

Employees must follow the THREE main duties specified by the Act. The questions are aimed at checking understanding of those statutory duties.

Why must gloves be worn when checking oil level with a dipstick?

Gloves must be worn to prevent contamination and protect hands during the oil-level check, ensuring cleanliness and safe handling.

What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

A risk assessment is intended to identify hazards and evaluate risks so appropriate control measures can be applied before and during work.

Sep 18, 2026

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