Course Overview
This course reviews the general cargo and safety regulations a driver must follow.
These regulations are in place to promote safety the safety of the public, passengers and the driver.
This course will help the participant understand the regulations they must abide by and how to apply them.
Course Topics
Safety
Introduction
- Class of Drivers License
- Laws
- Traffic laws
- Seat belts
- Cell phones
- Drugs and Alcohol
Scales, Fueling and Fire
- What vehicles have to stop at a weigh scale
- How to properly fuel a unit
- What to do in case of a fire
Vehicle Breakdown Procedures (Outside an Urban area)
- Night time break downs
- Poor visibility
- Day time break downs
Passenger Safety
- Loading and Unloading
- Safety Procedures (Lights and Crossing Arm)
Collisions
- Investigation
- Safety
- Reporting
Cargo
Basic Load Securement
- Clear exits
- Driver and passenger safety
- Storage
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course.