ICBC Class 1 Knowledge Ultimate Exam
**Question 1. Which vehicle class is NOT included in a Class 1 licence privilege?**
A) Semi-trailers
B) Straight-front trucks
C) Motorcycles
D) Buses
Answer: C
Explanation: A Class 1 licence authorises operation of all commercial vehicles except motorcycles.
**Question 2. How often must a commercial driver under the Class 1 licence undergo a medical
examination?**
A) Every 2 years
B) Every 5 years
C) Every 1 year
D) Only when symptoms appear
Answer: A
Explanation: Drivers must have a medical exam at least once every two years to ensure fitness for duty.
**Question 3. What is the minimum age required to obtain a Class 1 licence in Canada?**
A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 19 years
D) 21 years
Answer: B
Explanation: The minimum age for a Class 1 licence is 18 years; drivers must also meet other
qualification criteria.
**Question 4. Which document must a driver present to prove completion of Mandatory Entry-Level
Training (MELT)?**
A) Driver’s licence card
B) MELT certificate
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C) Vehicle registration
D) Insurance policy
Answer: B
Explanation: The MELT certificate confirms the driver has completed the required safety training.
**Question 5. Under the National Safety Code, what does a “Safety Rating” primarily assess?**
A) Driver’s personal health
B) Carrier’s compliance with safety regulations
C) Vehicle colour selection
D) Fuel efficiency
Answer: B
Explanation: The NSC safety rating evaluates a carrier’s overall compliance with regulations and safety
performance.
**Question 6. What is the maximum total on-duty time allowed in a 24-hour period?**
A) 13 hours
B) 14 hours
C) 15 hours
D) 16 hours
Answer: B
Explanation: Drivers may be on duty for up to 14 hours, of which only 13 hours may be spent driving.
**Question 7. How many consecutive off-duty hours are required for a driver to reset the daily driving
limit?**
A) 6 hours
B) 8 hours
C) 10 hours
D) 12 hours
Answer: C
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Explanation: A minimum of 10 consecutive off-duty hours is needed to reset the daily driving limit.
**Question 8. In Cycle 1, what is the maximum number of driving hours permitted in a 7-day period?**
A) 60 hours
B) 70 hours
C) 80 hours
D) 90 hours
Answer: B
Explanation: Cycle 1 allows up to 70 hours of driving in any 7-day window.
**Question 9. What is the minimum number of days a driver must retain electronic logbook records?**
A) 7 days
B) 14 days
C) 28 days
D) 90 days
Answer: C
Explanation: Logbook data must be kept for at least 28 days for inspection.
**Question 10. During the pre-trip “circle check,” which area is inspected first?**
A) Exterior lighting
B) Engine compartment
C) Trailer brakes
D) Cargo securement
Answer: B
Explanation: The standard circle check begins with the engine compartment to verify fluid levels and
visible defects.
**Question 11. Which defect is considered “major” and must be repaired before the vehicle can be
driven?**
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A) Cracked windshield wiper blade
B) Low windshield washer fluid
C) Defective air-brake service line
D) Slightly worn tire tread
Answer: C
Explanation: A defective air-brake service line poses an immediate safety risk and must be fixed before
operation.
**Question 12. What is the recommended minimum tread depth for commercial vehicle tires?**
A) 1 mm
B) 2 mm
C) 3 mm
D) 4 mm
Answer: C
Explanation: A tread depth of at least 3 mm is required to maintain adequate traction.
**Question 13. How should a driver verify proper fifth-wheel engagement before moving the
combination?**
A) Listen for a click sound
B) Perform the “tug test”
C) Check the fuel gauge
D) Inspect the trailer lights
Answer: B
Explanation: The tug test confirms the kingpin is fully locked into the fifth-wheel.
**Question 14. When connecting the air lines, what visual cue indicates a proper “glad-hand”
connection?**
A) A green light on the connector
B) A “click” and a secure lock
C) A puff of air from the hose
**Question 1. Which vehicle class is NOT included in a Class 1 licence privilege?**
A) Semi-trailers
B) Straight-front trucks
C) Motorcycles
D) Buses
Answer: C
Explanation: A Class 1 licence authorises operation of all commercial vehicles except motorcycles.
**Question 2. How often must a commercial driver under the Class 1 licence undergo a medical
examination?**
A) Every 2 years
B) Every 5 years
C) Every 1 year
D) Only when symptoms appear
Answer: A
Explanation: Drivers must have a medical exam at least once every two years to ensure fitness for duty.
**Question 3. What is the minimum age required to obtain a Class 1 licence in Canada?**
A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 19 years
D) 21 years
Answer: B
Explanation: The minimum age for a Class 1 licence is 18 years; drivers must also meet other
qualification criteria.
**Question 4. Which document must a driver present to prove completion of Mandatory Entry-Level
Training (MELT)?**
A) Driver’s licence card
B) MELT certificate
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C) Vehicle registration
D) Insurance policy
Answer: B
Explanation: The MELT certificate confirms the driver has completed the required safety training.
**Question 5. Under the National Safety Code, what does a “Safety Rating” primarily assess?**
A) Driver’s personal health
B) Carrier’s compliance with safety regulations
C) Vehicle colour selection
D) Fuel efficiency
Answer: B
Explanation: The NSC safety rating evaluates a carrier’s overall compliance with regulations and safety
performance.
**Question 6. What is the maximum total on-duty time allowed in a 24-hour period?**
A) 13 hours
B) 14 hours
C) 15 hours
D) 16 hours
Answer: B
Explanation: Drivers may be on duty for up to 14 hours, of which only 13 hours may be spent driving.
**Question 7. How many consecutive off-duty hours are required for a driver to reset the daily driving
limit?**
A) 6 hours
B) 8 hours
C) 10 hours
D) 12 hours
Answer: C
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Explanation: A minimum of 10 consecutive off-duty hours is needed to reset the daily driving limit.
**Question 8. In Cycle 1, what is the maximum number of driving hours permitted in a 7-day period?**
A) 60 hours
B) 70 hours
C) 80 hours
D) 90 hours
Answer: B
Explanation: Cycle 1 allows up to 70 hours of driving in any 7-day window.
**Question 9. What is the minimum number of days a driver must retain electronic logbook records?**
A) 7 days
B) 14 days
C) 28 days
D) 90 days
Answer: C
Explanation: Logbook data must be kept for at least 28 days for inspection.
**Question 10. During the pre-trip “circle check,” which area is inspected first?**
A) Exterior lighting
B) Engine compartment
C) Trailer brakes
D) Cargo securement
Answer: B
Explanation: The standard circle check begins with the engine compartment to verify fluid levels and
visible defects.
**Question 11. Which defect is considered “major” and must be repaired before the vehicle can be
driven?**
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A) Cracked windshield wiper blade
B) Low windshield washer fluid
C) Defective air-brake service line
D) Slightly worn tire tread
Answer: C
Explanation: A defective air-brake service line poses an immediate safety risk and must be fixed before
operation.
**Question 12. What is the recommended minimum tread depth for commercial vehicle tires?**
A) 1 mm
B) 2 mm
C) 3 mm
D) 4 mm
Answer: C
Explanation: A tread depth of at least 3 mm is required to maintain adequate traction.
**Question 13. How should a driver verify proper fifth-wheel engagement before moving the
combination?**
A) Listen for a click sound
B) Perform the “tug test”
C) Check the fuel gauge
D) Inspect the trailer lights
Answer: B
Explanation: The tug test confirms the kingpin is fully locked into the fifth-wheel.
**Question 14. When connecting the air lines, what visual cue indicates a proper “glad-hand”
connection?**
A) A green light on the connector
B) A “click” and a secure lock
C) A puff of air from the hose
