WorksheetsWaste Connections — Region Rodeo Questions
Total questions: 105
Worksheet time: 53mins
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — When checking the steering system, look for:
missing nuts, bolts, and cotter pins.
steering wheel play.
bent, loose, or broken steering column and tie rods.
all of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — The following emergency equipment must be in your vehicle:
a fire extinguisher.
warning devices such as warning triangles.
spare electrical fuses, if no circuit breaker.
all of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You need at least ____ inches of tread depth in every major groove of the front tires.
1/32
4/32
2/32
none of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — In a pre-trip inspection, the driver is not responsible for checking:
lights.
windshield wipers.
valves and spark plug gaps.
belts.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You need at least ____ inches of tread depth on the tires other than the front tires:
2/32
4/32
1/32
none of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — If you are loading cargo, you should:
know the state laws regarding legal weight limits.
not worry about weight because it's not the driver's responsibility.
load more weight in the back of the vehicle.
load heavier objects on top of lighter ones.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — The driver is responsible for:
inspecting the cargo.
checking for overloads and poorly balanced weight.
checking that cargo is securely tied down and covered if necessary.
all of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — A high center of gravity means you are more likely to tip over.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You should avoid backing whenever possible.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — While enroute, you should check for overheating and loose cargo.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is:
the tire rating.
the weight transmitted to the ground by one axle or one set of axles.
the maximum GVW specified by the manufacturer for a single vehicle plus its load.
none of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — Your cargo should have at least ____ tiedown(s) for each 10 feet of cargo.
3
2
1
5
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — During a pre-trip inspection, brake shoes and brake pads should not have oil or fluid on them.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — When you are driving in hot weather, you should:
drive the same as always.
drive faster to keep your brakes cool.
decrease your following distance.
inspect your tires every 2 hours or 100 miles.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — To drive safely, you should hold the steering wheel:
with both hands on opposite sides of the wheel.
with one hand, resting the other.
with one hand at the top and the other on the bottom.
none of the above.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You should back to the driver's side of your vehicle because:
you can best watch the rear of your vehicle.
you can back at a fast speed.
you don't need a helper.
you don't have to use pull-ups.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — When backing with a helper, the most important signal to agree on is:
start.
12' to the dock.
stop.
turn to the left or right.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You should be in the correct gear ____ starting down a hill.
before.
after.
doesn't make any difference.
whenever you sense your brakes are fading.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — Older trucks may have different rules for choosing gears than newer trucks.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — Two ways to determine when to shift are by reading the tachometer and the speedometer.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — If your brakes fail as you are going downhill, it is best to:
turn off your engine.
use your parking brakes.
coast to a stop.
use an escape ramp when available.
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You should decrease your following distance if someone is following you too closely.
(a)
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another vehicle may try to pass you on the right.
True
False
Region Rodeo Questions (1 point each) — You should let air out of hot tires so the pressure returns to normal.
True
False
You can safely remove the radiator cap as long as the engine isn't overheating.
True
False
Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency.
True
False
If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly.
True
False
When using your fire extinguisher, you should get as close as possible to the fire.
True
False
Common medicines for colds can make you sleepy.
True
False
Coffee and a little fresh air will help a drinker sober up.
True
False
On the highway, to get a good view ahead, you should look about 1/4 mile down the road, which is about:
5 seconds.
3 to 5 seconds.
12 to 15 seconds.
30 seconds.
To have room to maneuver if something goes wrong, you need to:
manage the space around your vehicle.
be in the left lane most of the time.
concentrate on any tailgaters.
always travel the speed limit.
Your total stopping distance includes your:
perception distance.
reaction distance.
braking distance.
all of the above.
When driving, you should:
be able to stop within the distance you can see ahead.
increase your speed when being tailgated.
increase your speed before a turn.
all of the above.
If you are driving in very windy conditions, it is best to:
avoid driving alongside others, if possible.
drive alongside others so they can break the wind.
drive normally, since wind has no effect on heavy vehicles.
follow a little closer to the vehicle in front so you will be driving in a vacuum.
If you are being tailgated, you should:
flash your brake lights.
speed up.
put on your hazard lights.
increase your following distance.
When the road is slippery, it usually takes:
a longer distance to stop.
a shorter distance to stop.
longer to react to a problem.
about the same distance to stop because of vehicle's weight.
Since you should match your speed to road conditions, you should:
stop at the first safe location when driving on glare ice.
reduce your speed by about 1/3 on wet roads.
reduce your speed by about 1/2 on packed snow.
all of the above.
When a road is slippery, you should keep:
the same following distance as on dry roads.
a much greater following distance.
less than the normal following distance.
calm, since it will not affect your following distance.
Hydroplaning can occur:
when water gets in your brakes.
only during cold weather.
when your radiator overheats.
when there is water on the road.
There are blind spots around your vehicle that you cannot see even using your mirrors.
True
False
If you must stop on the road or shoulder, you should put your reflective triangles out within:
20 minutes.
15 minutes.
10 minutes.
5 minutes.
If you are stopped, or must warn other drivers, you should:
only use your hazard lights.
place the rear reflective triangle well down the road if other drivers can't see you within 500 feet of a hill or curve.
place reflective triangles at 50 feet if other drivers can't see you.
only warn drivers if you are stopped on the pavement for more than 30 minutes.
When turning, alway remember to:
signal early.
signal continuously through the turn.
cancel your signal when the turn is complete.
all of the above.
When making a right turn, you should try to keep:
other vehicles on your right.
your vehicle moving as quickly as possible.
the rear of your vehicle close to the curb.
your vehicle as far left as possible.
If you are turning right from a two-lane, two-way street, onto the same kind of street and you must swing wide, you should:
swing wide to the left before turning right.
swing wide to the left so other drivers may pass on the right.
use the road you're turning into for your wide turn.
always be in the left lane when turning right.
When using curved exit/entrance ramps, you should:
always follow the posted speed limit.
slow to a safe speed before the curve.
apply brakes after you start curve.
none of the above.
When driving in heavy traffic, it is best to move with the traffic flow even if it is below the speed limit.
True
False
When you are driving on slippery roads, you should:
drive the speed limit.
drive in a pack of vehicles.
make turns slowly, avoiding quick movements.
brake, locking your wheels.
If you are driving on glare ice, you should:
stay 5 mph under the posted speed limit.
drive the posted speed limit as long as you have chains.
reduce speed to a crawl and stop driving as soon as you can safely do so.
watch out for hydroplaning.
You should use your low beams:
whenever you are within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.
only in fog.
only when passing.
at all times.
If your vehicle is in a drive wheel braking skid, you should:
keep braking.
brake and steer to the right.
get off the brakes, steer and be ready to countersteer.
brake and steer to the left.
You should use your high beams:
only when passing.
when it is safe and legal to do so.
to warn other drivers you are turning.
all of the above.
Fire extinguishers that are classed as A/B/C type can be used on:
electrical fires.
fabric fires.
liquid fires.
all of the above.
On a country road, you spot a slow-moving vehicle sign. This sign has:
sight angles.
a red triangle with an orange center.
a square shape.
there is no such sign.
Sometimes it is better to steer away from a hazard than to stop:
True
False
If you must use the shoulder of the road in an emergency, you should:
get back on the road, steering sharply to the left.
increase your speed and then steer to the left.
let your vehicle come to a stop if safe, then move back to the pavement.
brake hard, tap the horn and steer hard to the left.
If you are passing a vehicle, you should keep your high beams on.
True
False
If you are driving at night, you should:
always use your low beams.
not overdrive your headlights.
keep inside lights on very brightly.
wear sunglasses.
Retarders can cause your vehicle to skid if your drive wheels have poor traction.
True
False
You are stopped at a red light. When you accelerate, your wheels start to spin. You should:
keep accelerating.
upshift.
downshift.
stop accelerating.
In an emergency, you may have to countersteer to avoid a hazard. The term "countersteer" means to:
turn in the direction you want to go.
steer in the direction of an escape ramp.
turn the steering wheel back in the other direction after steering to avoid a hazard.
let the wheel slide between your hands.
When you are involved in a collision, the first job is to keep another collision from occurring at the same spot by:
putting on your emergency flashers.
trying to get your vehicle to the side of the road.
setting out your reflective triangles.
all of the above.
In your mirrors, you spot a fire. You should use water if it is:
a tire fire.
a gasoline fire.
an electrical fire.
never use water.
To avoid an oncoming driver who has entered into your lane, it is usually best to steer to the left instead of the right.
True
False
It is recommended that professional drivers:
don't use their horn at all, since it scares other drivers.
use their horn when needed.
only use their horn when passing.
only use their horn when backing.
You should use your mirrors to check your vehicle condition and other surrounding traffic.
True
False
In trying to put out a fire with an extinguisher, you should:
aim at the flames.
aim at the base or source of the fire.
stand as close to the fire as possible.
stand downwind so the fire comes to your extinguisher.
If you become drowsy while driving, you should:
drink a lot of coffee and take legal drugs.
drive slower.
get off the road and sleep before you drive again.
open your windows and turn on your radio.
As a commercial driver, you should:
avoid using drugs and alcohol.
avoid following the rules of the road.
only use drugs if you really tired.
all of the above.
The chances of being in a collision are greater for drivers who have been drinking alcohol than for drivers who have not.
True
False
The amount of alcohol in your body:
cannot be measured.
is commonly measured by the Blood Alcohol Concentration.
has nothing to do with safe driving.
is not important in most states.
The quickest way to sober up after drinking alcohol is to:
drink black coffee.
take a cold shower.
allow time to sober up.
get fresh air.
It is safe to use non-matching tire sizes on your vehicle.
True
False
An enroute inspection should include checking for:
cargo securement.
brake overheating.
tire overheating.
all of the above.
You are checking your tires for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?
tires of mismatched sizes should not be used on the same vehicle.
dual tires should be touching each other.
2/32 inch tread depth is safe for the front tires.
radial and bias-ply tires can be used together on the same vehicle.
You are checking your steering and exhaust systems in a pre-trip inspection. Which of these problems, if found, should be fixed before the vehicle is driven?
steering wheel play of more than 10 percent
leaks in the exhaust system.
a small leak of power steering fluid.
all of the above.
You are checking your wheels and rims for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?
cracked wheels or rims can be used if they have been welded.
a vehicle can be safely driven with one missing lug nut on a wheel.
rust around wheel nuts may mean that they are loose.
mismatched lock rings can be used on the same vehicle.
Which of these is not part of the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment?
engine oil level.
valve clearance.
condition of hoses.
worn electrical wiring insulation.
You are checking your brakes and suspension system for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?
brake pads should not have brake fluid on them.
one missing leaf in a leaf spring can be dangerous.
brake shoes should not have oil, grease, or brake fluid on them.
all of the above.
Which of these items is checked in a pre-trip inspection?
wiper blades.
cargo securement.
whether all vehicle lights are working and are clean.
all of the above.
The air brake system is made up of:
the service brake.
the parking brake.
the emergency brake.
all of the above.
The reason for air tank drainage is to get rid of any water and oil.
True
False
Since air and fluid pressure can leak away, trucks are equipped with spring brakes.
True
False
In order for spring brakes to work properly:
service brakes should be in adjustment.
they must be used only in an emergency.
they must be wedge-type.
all of the above.
When the low pressure warning light and buzzer come on, you should:
drive to the next service area.
pump the brakes.
brake to a safe spot as soon as possible.
none of the above.
Vehicles that have air brakes:
have a supply pressure gauge.
take twice as long to stop as other vehicles.
have an air use gauge.
must also have a hydraulic brake system.
Brakes that are out of adjustment are the most common problem found in roadside inspections:
True
False
The application pressure gauge shows the driver:
how much pressure is lost from the system.
how much pressure you're applying to the brakes.
how much pressure is in the front brake system.
none of the above.
The brake pedal in an air brake system controls the air pressure applied to put on the brakes.
True
False
During normal driving, spring brakes are held back by air pressure.
True
False
A warning signal is activated when the air pressure in the service air tanks falls below:
120 psi.
60 psi.
55 psi.
50 psi.
While driving down a long grade, you don't have to gear down if you have good brakes.
True
False
If you are driving a straight truck or bus and are checking the air brake system, a leak rate of not more than ___ psi per minute with the engine off and the brakes released is recommended.
6 psi
4 psi
2 psi
1 psi
Which one of these statements is true? The air compressor governor:
controls when air is pumped into the air tanks.
controls S-cam braking power.
is not important in the air brake system.
all of the above.
When braking in an emergency, try to keep your vehicle in a straight line.
True
False
You can tell your brakes are failing when you:
release the brakes and the spring brakes come on.
hear a loud crack when applying the brakes.
must press the brake pedal very hard to slow on a downgrade.
You can't really tell when the brakes fail.
All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal:
True
False
The use of brakes on a steep downgrade is only a supplement to the braking effect of the engine:
True
False
If you are away from your vehicle only for a short time, you don't need to use the parking brake:
True
False
Per Federal DOT, how many hours is a driver to have off-duty between shifts?
8 hours
10 hours
12 hours
What year was Waste Connections founded?
1979
1993
1997
2003
Who is the CEO of Waste Connections?
Ron Himsworth
Ron Jeremy
Ron Mittelstaedt
Ron Perlman
Ron Vandelay
Where is the current Waste Connections corporate headquarters?
California
Colorado
New Hampshire
Texas
What are the Operating Values of Waste Connections?
Safety, Integrity, Customer Service, Do the Right Thing, Premier Waste Company
Integrity, Safety, Customer Service, Premier Waste Company, Aim High
Integrity, Customer Service, Safety, Be All You Can, Premier Waste Company
Safety, Integrity, Customer Service, Great Place to Work, Premier Waste Company
