NYS Escort Driver Study Questions with Answers

NYS Escort Driver Study Questions with Answers What size sign should be on an escort vehicle? - Answer-At least 5 feet long, 12 inches high, letters 8 inches high. What size sign should be on the permitted vehicle? - Answer-At least 7 feet long, 18 inches high, letters 10 inches high with 1.41 inches. Or 2 inches if E Modified. Is it permissable to use revolving, flashing yellow lights on top of the escort vehicle to attract motorist attention? - Answer-YES. One Amber revolving light shall be located on top of the towing vehicle. What equipment is mandatory on an escort vehicles? - Answer-- In safe operating condition and capable of displaying signs and amber light. - All Exterior Lights must be turned on. - Two way radio that meets FCC standards - Cellphone - Three emergency triangles or flares - Three emergency flares for night moves - Orange vest with certified escort on left chest. - A stop paddle - Two 18"x 18" red or orange flags on staff - A class 5BC or larger rated fire extinguisher - Front escort should have measuring device when escorting overheight loads. Name three items that must be checked before beginning an overdimensional movement? - Answer-- Review the permit for any special requirements or instructions. - Ensure proper signing, lighting and special requirements are done per permit. - Make sure full understanding of the route. - Position of each escort vehicle - Check mandatory equipment - Two way radio channel selected - Cellphone checked to make sure operational - Check Drivers license and escort certification is in possession. Name three major responsibilities of an escort driver? - Answer-FRONT - Warn oncoming traffic - Assist driver by using two way radio - Assure driver route is being followed - Locate safe places to allow load to clear - Warn motorist to stop at end of narrow structures