Pre-Trip Inspection (CMV Driver Training)
Master your Pre-Trip Inspection with this FMCSA-aligned CDL Class A Pre-Trip Inspection Course, covering a 90-point vehicle check, cargo securement, and expert tips to ensure safety, compliance, and exam readiness.
Who should take this course? Any CMV driver or CDL holder
What industry does this course apply to? Transportation or Trucking Industry
Time to Complete this Course: 45 minutes
Key Takeaways:
- Comprehensive Inspection Skills: Master a 90-point pre-trip inspection for Class A vehicles, covering critical components like brakes, tires, lights, and steering to ensure safety and compliance.
- FMCSA Compliance: Understand and apply Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards, including proper checks for cargo securement and en-route inspections.
- Component Condition Checks: Learn to verify that vehicle parts are not cracked, bent, or broken and free from abrasions, bulges, or cuts, with proper cab and brake inspections.
- Real-World Application: Gain practical insights from experienced CDL drivers to avoid common inspection pitfalls and prepare for state CDL exams and CVSA Level 1 inspections.
- Safety and Career Protection: Recognize the importance of thorough inspections to prevent accidents, avoid violations, and safeguard your professional driving career.
$40.00
Description
Master the CDL Class A Pre-Trip Inspection with this concise course, designed for safety and compliance. Learn a 90-point inspection of a Class A vehicle, covering brakes, tires, lights, steering, and more, ensuring components are free from damage and in working order. Aligned with FMCSA standards, it includes cab checks, brake tests, and cargo securement protocols. Gain insights from experienced CDL drivers to avoid common mistakes and prepare for state exams and CVSA Level 1 inspections. Perfect for new drivers, this course builds confidence and skills to prioritize safety and protect your career.
Topics include:
- Introduction to CDL Class A Pre-Trip Inspection
- Understanding Illegal Welds
- Pre-Trip Documentation
- The FMCSA and Pre Trip Inspections
- Engine Compartment
- Front Suspension and Steering System
- Steer Tires
- Steer Tire Brakes
- Drive Axle Suspension
- Catwalk and Connections
- Drive Tires and Rims
- 5th wheel and Coupling System
- Trailer
- Trailer Suspension
- Rear of Trailer
- Interior Cab Pre-Trip Inspection
- Advice from a Professional Trucker
- Consequences of Neglect and Conclusion
