Acronyms
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What are some examples of distracted driving?
Eating, drinking, smoking, using your cell phone, reading paperwork, daydreaming.
At all times while operating a CMV.
What PPE are you required to wear?
Protective toe boots, gloves, hard hat.
What does HOS stand for?
Hours of Service
How often should you scan your mirrors?
Every 5 to 8 seconds.
What is the age requirement for a CDL?
18 to 20 years old: You can get a CDL at 18, but you are restricted to intrastate driving (operating commercial vehicles only within your home state)
OR
21 years old and older: You must be at least 21 to engage in interstate driving (crossing state lines)
What is three points of contact?
Two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand.
What does DOT stand for?
Department of Transportation
What is the eye-lead time you should have while driving?
At least 15 second eye-lead time.
How often do you have to renew your medical certificate?
At least every 24 months (or more frequently if required by a medical condition).
What does CMV stand for?
Commercial Motor Vehicle
What is the minimum following distance you should maintain?
4 seconds under normal conditions.
What is a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)?
Electronic record of a pre and post trip inspection of your vehicle.
What does FMCSA stand for?
What are the SMITH 5 Keys
Aim High in Steering
Get the Big Picture
Keep Your Eyes Moving
Leave Yourself an Out
Make Sure They See You
Name 3 instances when you are required to provide a drug and/or alcohol test?
Pre-Employment
Random Testing
Post-Accident
Reasonable Suspicion
Return-to-Duty