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Commercial Drivers License

Commercial Drivers License. A.

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Commercial Drivers License

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  1. Commercial Drivers License

  2. A Any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001or more pounds provided the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s)being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds. (Holders of a Class A license may also, withany appropriate endorsements, operate all vehicles within Class B and C.)Examples include but are not limited to :

  3. A

  4. B Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. (Holders of a Class B license may also, with any appropriate endorsements, operate all vehicles within Class C.) Examples include but are not limited to:

  5. B

  6. C Any single vehicle less than 26,001 pounds GVWR or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. This group applies only to vehicles which are placarded for hazardous materials or are designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the operator. A holder of a Class A, B or C license may drive all vehicles which may be driven by a holder of a Class E or Class F license. Examples include but are not limited to:

  7. C

  8. You Must Have a CDL If • A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds. • A trailer with a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds if the gross combination weight rating is more than 26,000 pounds. • A vehicle designed to transport more than 15 persons (including the driver). • Any size vehicle which requires hazardous materials placards

  9. How Do I Get A CDL ? KNOWLEDGE TEST • General Knowledge—All Applicants • Air Brakes—If your vehicle has them • Combination—If you want to drive Combinations • Hazardous Materials—If you need it • Tanker—If you haul liquids in Bulk (1000 gal or more) • Doubles/Triples—If you pull double or triple trailers

  10. SKILLS TEST • Pre trip • Basic Vehicle Control • On-Road

  11. Responsibilities of the CDL Driver • Vehicle Inspections • Vehicle Control • Communicating • Speed and Distance • Inclement Weather • Emergencies

  12. Types of Inspections • Pre-Trip • During –Trip • Post-Trip

  13. PRE-TRIP Helps to find problems that could cause a crash or breakdown.

  14. DURING-TRIP • Watch gauges • Look, Listen, Smell, Feel • Check Critical Items When You Stop • Tires, Wheels, and Rims • Brakes • Lights • Cargo Securement • Couplings

  15. POST-TRIP This helps locate any problems or repair needs.

  16. WHAT TO LOOK FOR Tires • Air pressure • Wear (4/32 inch on front; 2/32 Inch on others) • Damage • Mismatches Sizes • Damaged Valve Stems • Any Other Issues

  17. Wheels and Rims • Damaged Rims • Rust on lugs or nuts • Missing clamps, spacers, or lugs • Mismatched, bent, cracked • Welds Brake Drums and Shoes • Cracked drums. • Shoes or pads with oil, grease, or brake fluid on them. • Shoes worn dangerously thin, missing, or broken

  18. SteeringSystem Defects • Missing nuts, bolts, cotter keys, or other parts. • Bent, loose, or broken parts, such as steering column, steering • gear box, or tie rods. • If power steering equipped--hoses, pumps, and fluid level; check for leaks. • Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees (approximately two inches movement at therim of a 20-inch steering wheel) can make it hard to steer

  19. Steering Wheel Steering Arms Steering Wheel Shaft Tie Rod Spindle Drag Link Steering Gear Box Pitman Arm Steering Ring Knuckle

  20. Suspension • Cracked or Broken Hangers • Missing or Broken leaves • Shifted Leaves • Cracked, Damaged, or Missing parts • Any Loose, Broken, or Missing Frame Members

  21. Hydraulic Shock Absorber Leaf Spring FrontAxle VehicleFrame BearingPlates Hanger Frame Spring Shackle Torque Rod Main Spring Axle

  22. Exhaust • Loose, broken, or missing exhaust pipes, mufflers, tailpipes, or vertical stacks. • Loose, broken, or missing mounting brackets, clamps, bolts, or nuts. • Exhaust system parts rubbing against fuel system parts, tires, or other moving parts of vehicle. • Exhaust system parts that are leaking.

  23. Emergency Equipment • Fire Extinguisher • Spare Fuses • Warning Devices ( 3 Reflective Triangles)

  24. Key Locations of Inspections Refer to Page 2-6 Thru Page 2-15 “Video”

  25. Controlling Your Vehicle • Accelerating • Steering • Shifting Gears • Braking

  26. Backing Your Vehicle • Look at Your Path • Back Slowly • Back and Turn Towards Driver’s Side • Use a Helper

  27. Traffic • Always look Ahead—12 to 15 sec. • Watch for Traffic • Watch Road Conditions • Check Mirrors Frequently • Always Signal when changing lanes, merging, and Turning

  28. Speed and Stopping Perception Distance + Reaction Distance + Braking Distance = Total Stopping Distance • Perception @ 55MPH ¾ sec=60FT • Reaction @ 55MPH ¾ sec=60FT • Braking @ 55MPH 4 1/2 sec=170FT • Total Stopping = 6 seconds and 290 Feet

  29. Managing Space • Ahead—Following Distance (1sec/10ft of vehicle Length under 40 mph) • Behind—Stay right • Sides—Stay centered in your lane • Overhead—Don’t assume bridge heights are right • Below—Railroad Tracks, Dirt Roads, etc. • Turns—Figures 2-11 and 2-12 pg. 2-30 • Crossing Traffic

  30. Hazards • Work Zones • Drop Offs • Foreign Objects • Offramps/Onramps • Distractions • Children • Accidents • Slow or Fast Drivers

  31. Emergencies ALWAYS HAVE A PLAN If an Accident Occurs: • Protect the area • Notify Authorities • Care for the injured

  32. LOADSECURMENT

  33. CARGO • Inspecting • Recognize overloads and unbalanced loads • Knowing it is secure

  34. INSPECTION • Pre Trip • Every 3 Hours or 150 miles • After Every Break

  35. DEFINITIONS • Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) • Gross Combination Weight (GCW) • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) • Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) • Axle Weight • Tire Load • Suspension System • Coupling Device Capacity Pg. 3-2

  36. LOAD SECUREMENT “VIDEO”

  37. SECURING CARGO • Blocking and Bracing • Tiedowns • Header Boards • Covering Cargo • Sealed and Containerized Loads Special Needs • Dry Bulk Tanks • Hanging Meat • Livestock • OW/OD

  38. Specific Sections • Section 5 – Air Brakes • Section 6 – Combinations • Section 8 –Tank Vehicles • Section 10 – Pre Trip Inspection Test • Section 11 – Basic Vehicle Control Test • Section 12 – On The Road Driving Test

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