Handling and Documenting Cargo (CMV Driver Online Training)
Safe cargo handling is more than just tying things down—it’s about protecting your load, your truck, and everyone on the road. This course teaches you how to load and secure freight correctly, manage hazardous materials, prevent theft, and balance weight for smooth, legal, and efficient trips. By the end, you’ll have the skills to handle any load confidently and responsibly.
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: 1 hour 20 minutes
Key Takeaways from the Handling and Documenting Cargo Course:
- Load and secure cargo safely to maintain balance and comply with regulations.
- Use tools and securement devices effectively, including for hazardous materials.
- Complete bills of lading and shipping papers accurately.
- Prevent cargo theft and supervise pickups and deliveries.
- Make decisions that protect cargo, vehicle, and road safety.
$30.00
Description
This online training will help CMV drivers learn how to keep their cargo safe, secure, and on the move. This course covers smart weight distribution, proper load securement, safe loading and unloading, theft prevention, and handling hazardous materials—with the paperwork done right. Master these skills to protect your cargo, stay compliant, and make every trip smoother and safer.
Topics include:
- Introduction
- FMCSA and Cargo
- Securement
- Cargo Securement Plan
- Principles of Weight Distribution
- Safe Loading Responsibilities
- Cargo Needing Special Attention
- Loading and Unloading Hazardous Materials
- Loading and Unloading Tools
- Bill of Lading
- Shipping Papers for Hazardous Materials
- Shipping Paper Accessibility
- Cargo Theft
- Advice From a Real World Trucker
- Conclusion
