Orientation/Pre & Post Trip Inspections
What is FMSCA?
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
What type of inspection is required before you can legally operate your vehicle each day?
Pre-trip inspection
What are three (3) major factors you need to focus on when driving at night?
You, your truck, and the road.
Certain types of CMV's stop within ____ feet of, and no closer than ____ feet to the railroad track.
50, 15
What qualifies as off duty time?
Time when you are relieved of all duty or responsability for performing work.
A whistleblower complaint should be filed within _____ days of when the alleged violation occurred.
180
When is it appropriate to conduct a post-trip inspection?
At the end of every day
What documents must be in your vehicle at all times in order to take a CMV on the road?
CDL and DOT card
When driving in fog, do you use your high beams?
No
What type of warning device is not electronic and does not give notice of the approach of a train?
Passive
Your ______ is the distance a vehicle travels from the time you see a hazard until your brain recognizes it?
Perception distance
The key to coercion is that a clear ________ to the driver exists.
Threat
In order to obtain your commercial driver license (CDL) you must first?
Have a CDLP and be 21 years old.
On the front suspension, what should be checked?
Shock absorber, leaf spring, spring mounts
What are two (2) types of emergencies?
Control and stab braking.
What are three (3) outcomes from an inspection?
None, with violations, out of service.
You are allowed by law to wear a Bluetooth device and/or text while driving.
True or False
False
Mention three (3) coercion threats.
- Job termination
- Denial of subsequent trips or loads
- Reduced pay
What items should a post trip inspection include?
The same items as the pre-trip inspection, except for things affected by heat.
What is the proper PSI for the steer tires?
80-100 PSI
What are the four (4) most common causes of brake failure?
Loss of air pressure, air blockage, brake fade, and mechanical failure.
When you finish the roadside inspection and you pass, do you receive a copy of the inspection?
Yes.
How often should you scan your mirrors?
5-8 seconds
Mention the six (6) types of tests that are required by the regulations to ensure that drivers are not under the incluence of alcohol or drugs while on the job.
1. Pre-Employment
2. Post-Accident
3. Random
4. Reasonable Suspicion
5. Return-to-Duty
6. Follow-Up
How many in cab inspections are part of the pre-trip?
One (1)
Name six (6) components of the power steering system?
2. Steering box
3. Pitman arm
4. Drag link
5. Steering column
6. Steering knuckle
What are the steps you as a professional driver should follow if your vehicle's system fails?
Down shift, escape route.
Can you file a complaint if you feel you were wronged during a roadside inspection?
Yes.
Per the regulations, you have _______ minutes to set our emergency warning devices?
Failing an alcohol test, testing positive for drugs, or refusing to take a required alcohol or drug test will result in you being removed from all safety-sensitive functions until you go through a return-to-duty process.
True or False
True