HoS
Explain what the 8 hour rest break rule is.
Driver must take a 30 minute break before or within 8 hours of driving.
What key has to do with checking your mirrors every 5-8 seconds, and sitinguishing between relevant and non relevant objects?
Get the big picture.
Even # interstates and highways travel what direction?
Odd # interstates and highways travel in what direction?
Even #'s travel East and West
Odd #'s travel North and South
How do you log into GeoTab and ASR?
Username: HDS-(drivercode)
Password: First and last initial las 4 of SSN first and last initial.
Explain the 11 hour rule.
A driver may not drive more than 11 hours following a 10 hour break.
What key has to do with communication with other drivers? (eye contact, blinker usage, etc.)
Make sure they see you.
What section in the atlas gives you the coordinates for small towns?
Index
What does the 34 hour reset do?
It resets all 4 of your DOT clocks
What key has to do with avoiding fixed stares?
Keep your eyes moving.
What section provides you with the mileage between big cities?
Mileage directory (green tab section)
Explain the 70 hour 8 day rule.
A driver may not work beyond 70 hours in an 8 day period following a 34 hour restart.
What key has to do with following distance and surrounding yourself with space?
Leave yourself an out.
What section in the atlas tells you restricted routes, low clearance locations, and weigh station locations?
On the road directory (Red tab section)
Explain the 14 hour rule.
A driver may not drive beyond a PERIOD of 14 hours - following a 10 hour break.
What key has to do with looking ahead of your vehicle? (at least 15 seconds)
Aim high in steering.
How do you figure out where to take your breaks? (30 minute, 10 hour)
Measure it out on the US map, convert miles driven into hours driven.