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If you’re looking to become an HGV driver, or you’re already into your HGV training and are thinking about what comes next, you’ve probably heard about the HGV show me tell me questions.
It sounds a little intimidating, especially if you have absolutely no idea what they are, or how they’re involved in your HGV test.
But don’t worry, the team at HGV Training Network is here to tell you everything you need to know, so you can tackle the questions – and your HGV driver test – with confidence.
So, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the HGV show me tell me questions.
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What are the HGV show me tell me questions?
The show me tell me questions are a series of vehicle safety questions you will be asked before you head out on the road for your practical HGV test.
The questions are designed to prove you can offer the correct knowledge on the spot concerning the safety and management of specific aspects of your vehicle. You may recall similar questions from standard car driving tests you’ve had in the past. It’s pretty much the same thing, only covering more variables found in much larger, heavier vehicles.
There are many questions your instructor can choose from before you begin your practical test, covering the main safety factors involved in operating an HGV, including:
- Checking if the power-assisted steering is operating as expected
- Checking your tyres have sufficient tread depth and the correct air pressure
- Checking your main beam warning light, brake lights and rear fog light are working
- Checking your windscreen washer reservoir
- Checking you have sufficient oil
- Performing a general walk round vehicle check
And this is barely scratching the surface. It’s important to note whether or not your instructor is asking you to ‘show’ them something or ‘tell’ them the answer to their question. Performing the wrong action when instructed, even if it’s technically correct, may result in you getting the question wrong, so be sure to listen intently.
Once you’ve answered these questions and passed this part of the test with flying colours, you’ll then head out for the rest of your practical HGV exam.
What happens if you get the show me tell me questions wrong?
If you get one of the HGV show me tell me questions wrong, it’s not the end of the world. You’ll just pick up a minor fault on your HGV driving test.
Getting one question wrong won’t throw you out of contention for your HGV licence. But you will earn a minor fault for every question you get wrong, so letting them stack up is a serious problem.
Getting them all wrong will result in an automatic test failure, as you’ve proven you don’t have the necessary knowledge to manage key aspects of the vehicle.
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How many show me tell me questions are on the test?
You’ll be asked up to 5 show me tell me questions before taking your practical HGV test, which doesn’t sound like much.
But you must remember that the instructor can choose any five questions from the catalogue of approved questions by the DVSA (Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency), so you must be able to answer all of these questions competently to give yourself the best shot at getting all the questions correct, and passing the first time.
Prepare for the show me tell me HGV test with HGV Training Network
If you’re worried you won’t be able to retain all the knowledge you need to pass your show me tell me HGV test, and the rest of your test in general, HGV Training Network is here to help.
We’re home to over 50 HGV training centres scattered across the UK, so you’ll always have somewhere within a stone’s throw of your home to learn the tricks of the trade. Our staff is comprised of professional HGV drivers who’ve all been where you are now, so you can rest assured you’ll be in the best position to learn what you need to know and pass all relevant tests in record time.
We’ll also supply you with all the learning materials you’ll need to pass – including revision samples for the show me tell me test, giving you all the know-how you’ll need to ace this part of your test and move on.
To find out more about our HGV training course – including CPC training and options for HGV training finance – speak to a member of the HGV Training Network today to get the ball rolling.
