Skid Control/ Recovery
A ________ will occur when the drive wheels attempt to take over the front wheels, causing the rear of the tractor to swing out.
Tractor Jackknife
If convicted of a railroad crossing offense for the third time within three years, what is the disqualification period?
1 year
The lubrication system lubricates, cools, and cleans the:
Engine
Who is responsible for display or print logs on an ELD?
The driver
Adding oil to you CMV is part of?
Routine servicing
What is something you can do to help prevent a front wheel skid?
Reduce your speed on wet/slippery pavement
It takes approximately __________ for a 53 foot, 80,000lb tractor trailer to cross a single railroad track.
14 seconds
A defect in the braking system can interfere with a vehicle's ability to:
Slow down or stop
The driver must keep record of duty status for the current day and the previous _____ days.
7
During the first 50 miles of a trip, What must be checked?
Cargo and load securing devices
What should you do if your brakes fail?
Downshift and find an escape route
What is the first thing you do if you get stuck on a set of railroad tracks?
Get out of the vehicle immediately
The system that connects the tractor to the trailer?
Coupling system
When you pass a DOT inspection and receive a CVSA decal, how long is it valid?
3 months
Oil changes, fluid changes, tire replacement and servicing the truck periodically is what type of maintenance?
Preventative Maintenance
What should you do if you experience a tire blowout?
Accelerate to overcome drag
Who should you call if you stall on a set of tracks?
Emergency number posted and 911
The ________ is a series of connected mechanical parts which take the power generated by the engine and applies it to the tractor drive wheels.
drive train
A drivers first violation for an out-of-service order carries what type of penalty?
Disqualification for 180 days to one year
Who's responsible for light changes?
Driver
What are most serious skids caused by?
Driving to fast for conditions
If you're driving a CMV that is required to stop at railroad crossings, you must stop ____________ the tracks.
within 50 feet of, and no closer than 15 feet to
Your vehicle can be placed out of service for:
Defects in the brake system
Inspectors will want to look at your CDL, record of duty status, vehicle registration, fuel license, and:
Shipping Papers
What is the main reasons for maintenance?
Safety and vehicle condition