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Removed(c) checking that the doors are closed;

Removed(d) performing a random check on the condition of the tyres, steering, brakes, fluids (for instance engine oil, coolant, washer fluid), lights, reflectors, direction indicators and audible warning device;

Removed(e) checking the safety factors relating to vehicle loading: body, sheets, cargo doors, cabin locking, way of loading, securing load (category BE only);

Removed(f) checking the coupling mechanism and the brake and electrical connections (category BE only).

Removed(2) Categories B and B1: special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety

RemovedA selection of the following manoeuvres shall be tested (at least two manoeuvres for the four points, including one in reverse gear):

Removed(a) reversing in a straight line or reversing right or left round a corner while keeping within the correct traffic lane;

Removed(b) turning the vehicle to face the opposite way, using forward and reverse gears;

Removed(c) parking the vehicle and leaving a parking space (parallel, oblique or right-angle, forwards or in reverse, on the flat, uphill or downhill);

Removed(d) braking accurately to a stop; however, performing an emergency stop is optional.

Removed(3) Category BE - special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety:

Removed(a) coupling and uncoupling, or uncoupling and re-coupling a trailer from its motor vehicle; the manoeuvre must involve the towing vehicle being parked alongside the trailer (i.e. not in one line);

Removed(b) reversing along a curve, the line of which shall be left to the discretion of the Member States;

Removed(c) parking safely for loading/unloading.

Removed(4) Behaviour in traffic

RemovedApplicants shall perform all the following actions in normal traffic situations, in complete safety and taking all necessary precautions:

Removed(a) driving away: after parking, after a stop in traffic; exiting a driveway;

Removed(b) driving on straight roads; passing oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces;

Removed(c) driving round bends;

Removed(d) Crossroads: approaching and crossing of intersections and junctions;

Removed(e) changing direction: left and right turns; changing lanes;

Removed(f) approach/exit of motorways or similar (if available): joining from the acceleration lane; leaving on the deceleration lane;

Removed(g) overtaking/passing: overtaking other trafficroad users, including cyclists (if possible); driving alongside obstacles, for instance parked cars; being overtaken by other traffic (if appropriate); [Am. 174]

Removed(ga) independent driving towards a determined destination, beyond specific turning indications; [Am. 175]

Removed(h) special road features (if available): roundabouts; taking roundabout with a large vehicle; right and left driving; railway level crossings; tram/bus stops; pedestrian crossings; ridingbike lanes; driving up-/downhill on long slopes; gradient changes; tunnels; [Am. 176]

Removed(ha) interaction with other road users, including foreseeing blind spots and adequate use of direction indicators; [Am. 177]

Removed(i) taking the necessary precautions whenentering and alighting from the vehicle, including making sure that it is safe to open the vehicle door and that this will not create a hazard for other road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and micro-mobility user, with particular emphasis on opening the door with the hand furthest from it; [Am. 178]

Removed(j) reacting and anticipating to hazardous situations, including using simulators. [Am. 179]

Removed8. Skills and behaviour to be tested concerning categories C, CE, C1, C1E, D, DE, D1 and D1E

Removed(1) Preparation and technical check of the vehicle with a bearing on road safety

RemovedApplicants shall demonstrate that they are capable of preparing to drive safely by satisfying the following requirements:

Removed(a) adjusting the seat as necessary to obtain a correct seated position;

Removed(b) adjusting rear-view mirrors, seat belts and head restraints if available;

Removed(c) random checks on the condition of the tyres, steering, brakes, lights, reflectors, direction indicators and audible warning device;

Removed(d) checking the power-assisted braking and steering systems; checking the condition of the wheels, wheel nuts, mudguards, windscreen, windows and wipers, fluids (for instance engine oil, coolant, washer fluid); checking and using the instrument panel including the recording equipment as defined in Regulation (EU) No 165/2014. This latter requirement does not apply to the applicants for a driving licence for a category C1 or C1E vehicle not falling within the scope of that Regulation;

Removed(e) checking the air pressure, air tanks and the suspension;

Removed(f) checking the safety factors relating to vehicle loading: body, sheets, cargo doors, loading mechanism (if available), cabin locking (if available), way of loading, securing load (categories C, CE, C1, C1E only);

Removed(g) checking the coupling mechanism and the brake and electrical connections (categories CE, C1E, DE, D1E only);

Removed(h) being capable of taking special vehicle safety measures; controlling the body, service doors, emergency exits, first aid equipment, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment (categories D, DE, D1, D1E only);

Removed(i) reading a road map, route planning, including the use of electronic navigation systems (optional).

Removed(2) Special manoeuvres to be tested with a bearing on road safety:

Removed(a) coupling and uncoupling, or uncoupling and re-coupling a trailer from its motor vehicle; the manoeuvre must involve the towing vehicle being parked alongside the trailer (i.e. not in one line) (categories CE, C1E, DE, D1E only);

Removed(aa) the various trailer to truck coupling mechanisms, taking into account the fifth wheel coupling for articulated vehicles (for semi-trailers), and drawbar hitch coupling for drawbar trailers (rigid truck), as well as the standard operating procedures and protocols for connecting and disconnecting trailers from trucks while using these coupling mechanisms; [Am. 184]

Removed(b) reversing along a curve, the line of which shall be left to the discretion of the Member States;

Removed(c) parking safely for loading/unloading at a loading ramp/platform or similar installation (categories C, CE, C1, C1E, T only); [Am. 185]

Removed(d) parking to let passengers on or off the bus safely (categories D, DE, D1, D1E only).

Removed(3) Behaviour in traffic

RemovedApplicants shall perform all the following actions in normal traffic situations, in complete safety and taking all necessary precautions:

Removed(a) driving away: after parking, after a stop in traffic; exiting a driveway;

Removed(b) driving on straight roads; passing oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces;

Removed(c) driving round bends;

Removed(d) crossroads: approaching and crossing of intersections and junctions;

Removed(e) changing direction: left and right turns; changing lanes, making a U turn; [Am. 186]

Removed(ea) factoring in blind spots; [Am. 187]

Removed(f) approach/exit of motorways or similar (if available): joining from the acceleration lane; leaving on the deceleration lane;

Removed(g) overtaking/passing: overtaking other trafficroad users and micromobility users, including cyclists and pedestrians (if possible); driving alongside obstacles, for instance parked cars; being overtaken by other traffic (if appropriate); [Am. 188]

Removed(h) special road features: taking (if available): roundabouts with a large vehicle; driving on the left and right; railway level crossings; tram/bus stops; pedestrian crossings, bike lanes; riding up-/downhill on long slopes; tunnels; [Am. 189]

Removed(i) taking the necessary precautions whenentering and alighting from the vehicle., including making sure that it is safe to open the vehicle door and that this will not create a hazard for other road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and micro-mobility; [Am. 190]

Removed(ia) the precautions to be taken when entering and exiting a vehicle in a safe way. [Am. 191]

Removed(4) Safe and energy-efficient driving: