Samsara
Q: What must be completed before moving the vehicle?
A: A full pre-trip inspection. as well as driver signing in and assigning themselves to the truck and trailer that they are using.
Q: What inspection level includes full driver and vehicle inspection?
A: Level 1.
How does the 30-minute break rule work, and when is it required?
A driver must take a 30-minute break after 8 cumulative hours of driving without at least a 30-minute interruption. The break can be off-duty, sleeper berth, or on-duty not driving
Q: What is “low-hanging fruit” in the context of safety and compliance?
A: Problems, risks, or violations that are easy to fix or prevent, but can have a big impact if addressed — like burnt-out lights, low tire pressure, or minor log errors.
Q: What should be your first priority after an accident?
A: Check for injuries and call emergency personnel if needed
Q: You’re running late and tempted to skip the full pre-trip. What’s the safest choice?
A: Always complete the full pre-trip inspection; safety cannot be skipped.
Q: You receive a ticket or violation. How quickly must you report it to the company?
A: Immediately—delaying reporting can create safety and compliance risks.
Q: You are 10 minutes from your destination but your 11/12-hour driving limit expires. What do you do?
A: Stop driving. You cannot exceed 11/12 hours, even for “just 10 more minutes.”
You inspect your vehicle and discover a major defect. What do you do?
Notify your supervisor and tag the unit out of service. Do not operate the truck/trailer.
Q: Should you admit fault at the scene?
A: No.
Why are unauthorized passengers prohibited?
A: Insurance liability and safety risk.
Q: What is the maximum allowable air pressure loss for a combination vehicle with brakes released during a leak test?
A: Maximum acceptable air loss is usually 3 PSI per minute for single vehicles, 4 PSI for combination vehicles.
A driver starts his day in Texas comes on duty at 7:00 AM. Goes to Louisiana and retuned back by 9:00 PM (14 hours later), they have only driven 8 hours. Can they continue driving?
No. Even though they have remaining driving hours, the 14-hour on-duty limit has been reached. They must stop driving and take 10 consecutive hours off duty.
There are 3 main types of decals on a DOT regulated unit. What are they?
DOT decal with Hazel's clearly visible w/ USDOT number and Registration sticker
(IFTA if you're over the road.)
Q How many pictures should you take when involved in an accident?
15-20 min
Q: What is the consequence of covering or unplugging a camera?
A: Policy violation and possible termination.
Q: Name a common, easily preventable roadside violation that adds CSA points.
A: Inoperative lights, worn tires, unsecured load, or log form & manner errors.
When is it okay to use PC to extend you duty day?
Never!
Q: What is the minimum tread depth required for drive or trailer tires on a commercial truck?
2/32 of an inch.
Q: After a minor accident with no injuries, you think, “I’ll just report it when I get back to the yard.” Why is this the wrong move?
A: All accidents and incidents must be reported ASAP (immediately)
Q: How long do CSA violations stay on record?
A: Most violations remain in the system for 24 months.
Q: At what percentage below the recommended inflation pressure is a commercial truck tire typically considered Out of Service (OOS)
A: 20%
Q: What is Personal Conveyance (PC) intended for?
A: Driving off duty for non-commercial purposes, like going from a delivery site to closes safe location to that your required rest break
The minimum tread depth for steer tires?
4/32 inch
Q: When must accidents or incidents be reported?
A: Immediately! Gather all info and before you leave the scene send in all pictures and or video pertaining to the accident in safety or Gm