Entry level driver training

1. Entry level driver training

2. Entry level driver training • Driver Qualification • Driver Wellness • Hours of Service • Whistleblower Protection

3. At least 21 years old. Can read, write, and speak English. Have experience and/or training to safely operate your vehicle. Pass required physical exam. Pass controlled substance test. General Driver Qualification

4. Have valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Provide employer with list of violations over past 12 months. Are not disqualified to drive a CMV. Passed a road test. General Driver Qualification

5. Can determine whether cargo is properly loaded, distributed, and secured. Are familiar with methods and procedures for securing cargo (both goods and passengers). General Driver Qualification

6. Must pass a physical exam. Must carry a certificate signed by a medical examiner stating you are physically qualified. Employer must keep a copy of certificate in driver qualification file . Physical Qualifications

7. You are not qualified if you have: Lost a foot, leg, hand, or arm. An impairment of a hand, finger, arm, foot, or leg which interferes with your ability to perform normal tasks associated with driving a CMV. Diabetes requiring insulin for control. Physical Qualifications

8. You are not qualified if you have: Heart disease, which causes you chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath. Chest or breathing problems like chronic asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis. High blood pressure likely to interfere with driving. Physical Qualifications

9. You are not qualified if you have: Loss of movement or feeling in part of your body. Any sickness which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a CMV. Any mental problems likely to interfere with your ability to drive a CMV safely. Physical Qualifications

10. You are not qualified if you have: Poor vision that affects your ability to see objects that are far away, objects to the side, or traffic signal colors. Poor hearing. Physical Qualifications

11. You are not qualified if you have: Used certain drugs (unless prescribed by a doctor who has advised you that use will not adversely affect your ability to safely operate a CMV). A current clinical diagnosis of alcoholism. Physical Qualifications

12. You are disqualified if convicted of any of the following while operating a CMV: Driving with an alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent or more. Driving under the influence of alcohol as prescribed by state law. Refusing to undergo alcohol testing. Driver Disqualification (§391.15)

13. You are disqualified if convicted of any of the following while operating a CMV: Operating under the influence of a controlled substance. Transporting, possessing, or unlawfully using drugs. Leaving the scene of an accident involving a CMV. Committing a felony involving a CMV. Driver Disqualification (§391.15)

14. Disqualification period ranges from 6 months to 3 years depending on severity of the offense. Driver Disqualification (§391.15)

15. Violating an out-of-service order disqualifies you for 90 days to 5 years. Penalties are more severe for drivers of vehicles carrying passengers or hazardous materials. Driver Disqualification (§391.15)

16. Drivers who hold a CDL can be disqualified for certain offenses committed in anytype of vehicle. Driver Disqualification (§383.51)

17. Scenario: Bob is about five miles away from his last delivery of the day. After this quick stop, he’ll head back to the terminal, complete his post-trip inspection, and go home. Just ahead of him on the highway, a car hits a patch of ice, skids into another car, and both vehicles end up in the ditch. Though Bob witnessed the accident and was first to reach the scene, he keeps on driving. He is in a hurry to finish his work day and head home.

18. Scenario: Mary is very tired. She has put in several long days and plans to stop at a hotel for the night when she gets to the next town, about ten miles away. She is starting to feel the effects of fatigue – yawning, trouble keeping her eyes open, and trouble keeping her vehicle in the appropriate lane. A law enforcement officer observes Mary’s vehicle weaving in and out of its lane. The officer pulls Mary over, asks her a few basic questions, and does a check of her operator’s license. The officer then asks Mary to submit to a breath alcohol test. Mary is insulted by the officer’s request and refuses.

19. 11-hour driving rule: All time behind the wheel is driving time. Must have 10 consecutive hours of rest after 11 hours of driving time. Hours of Service (Property)

20. Quiz You are qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle if you:a. Are at least 21 years old.b. Pass a required physical exam.c. Pass a road test.d. All of the above. You must carry a certificate signed by a medical examiner that states you are physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle.a. True b. False

21. 14-hour rule: May not drive after the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty. Must have 10 consecutive hours of rest . Hours of Service (Property)

22. 10 Hours Off-Duty

23. On-Duty Time 395.2 All time waiting to be dispatched unless… All time inspecting, servicing CMV. Drive time. In/on a CMV not SB. All time spent w/ a CMV (un)loading, supervising, assisting, readiness. All time repairing, assistance disabled. All time spent traveling to/from/providing a drug/alcohol specimen. Performing other work. Performing compensated non-motor carrier.

24. A driver may do non-driving work after reaching the 60/70 hour limit, but the hours must be added to the total. Hours of service (Property)

25. 60-hour/7-day and 70-hour/ 8-day limit: A driver cannot drive after having been on duty for 60 hours in any 7 consecutive days or 70 hours in any 8 consecutive days. Hours of Service (Property)

26. 34-hour restart: Any period of 7/8 days may end with the start of a 34-hour off-duty period. Can only be used if 60/70-hour limit has not been exceeded. Hours of service - (property-carrying)

27. logging Company Name Main Office Address 1 Date 2 Miles Today 3 Truck & Trailer #s 4 Company Name 5 Signature 6 24 Hr Period Starting Time 7 Main Office Address 8 City, State Duty Changes 9 Co-driver 10 Total Hrs Each Duty Status 11 Shipping Document or Commodity

28. Log keeping responsibilities: Entries must be current. Entries must be legible/in driver’s own handwriting. Hours of service - (property-carrying)

29. Record retention: Original record of duty status must be submitted to the carrier within 13 days. Company policy: end of each trip. Keep a copy of each record for the previous 7 consecutive days. in your possession and available for inspection while on duty. Carrier must keep records of duty status and all supporting documents for 6 months. Hours of service - (property-carrying)

30. Log Exception: 100 Air Miles • Exempt from logging requirement if: • Within 100 air-miles (115.08 statute miles). • Returns to the work-reporting location & is released within 12 consecutive hours. • Has at least 10 hours off separating each 12 hours on-duty. • Doesn’t exceed 11 hours maximum drive time following.

31. Log Exemption: 16 Hour Day Return to normal work reporting location for 5 previous duty “workdays”. Return to normal work reporting location within 16 hours after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty. Not taken this exemption in the previous 6 days except following a 34 hour restart. Doesn’t drive after 11 hours following the 10 consecutive off-duty hours.

32. Log Exception: Construction Materials & Equipment • Involved in transportation of construction materials & equipment: • By a driver to/from active construction site w/in 50 air mile radius of normal work reporting location. • Any period of 7 or 8 days may end if have 24+ hours successive off. • Cannot use if placardable quantities of hazardous materials.

33. Quiz All time spent behind the wheel is considered driving time.a. True b. False You are required to keep a record of duty status (driver’s log) showing all of your driving and non-driving activities.a. True. b. False.

34. Ranges from sleepy to exhausted. Can cause involuntary brain shutdown. Most adults need 7-8 hours of sleep. Fatigue

35. Sleep loss of as little as 2 hours can affect: Judgment Reaction time Coordination Attitude/mood Fatigue

36. Circadian rhythm = Body’s internal clock. Most people’s clocks run on a 24-hour basis with high and low points. Disruption of the clock can lead to fatigue. Fatigue

37. Signs of fatigue: Drowsiness Yawning Lack of alertness. Fighting to keep eyes open. Fatigue

38. Signs of fatigue: Head drooping. Sore/stiff neck muscles. Reduced reaction time. Fatigue

39. Signs of fatigue: Erratic shifting. Intermittent braking. Following vehicles too closely. Bad driving decisions. Lane deviations/weaving. Fatigue

40. Ways to fight fatigue: Get a solid 8 hours of sleep. Establish a regular sleep routine. Avoid driving during body’s “down time”. Exercise regularly. Eat properly. Take a nap. Fatigue

41. Good sleeping habits: Sleep in a quiet, dark room. Keep sleeping area comfortable. Have a bedtime routine. Fatigue

42. Sleep apnea: Brief interruptions in breathing. Wakes person so briefly he/she doesn’t know it happened. Can repeat up to 600 times a night causing increased fatigue. Fatigue

43. Eat right. Exercise regularly. Get proper rest. Undergo periodic physical exams. General Wellness

44. LDL = Bad cholesterol HDL = Good cholesterol Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

45. Total cholesterol < 200 LDL< 130 HDL > 50 Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

46. High blood pressure is dangerous. Can lead to heart and kidney disease. Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

47. Blood pressure should be < 140/90. Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

48. Being overweight contributes to many health problems. Eating right and physical activity can help in maintaining a healthy weight. Weight and Exercise

49. Eating right includes: At least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables. Watching fat consumption. Moderating sugar and salt intake. Limiting alcohol use. Weight and Exercise

50. Moderate physical activity for 30 minutes daily can improve well being. Weight and Exercise