DSL 210 - CDL ELDT Driver Training

1. Demonstrate basic operator knowledge of a commercial vehicle
   1. Identify vehicle component and controls needed for operation
   2. Practice vehicle inspections and basic commercial vehicle operations ensuring safe vehicle operation
2. Evaluate brake system for serviceability
   1. Describe air brake system
   2. Verify proper adjustment of air brake components
   3. Perform inspections and tests to verify safe operation
3. Demonstrate basic vehicle control skills on a closed range
   1. Demonstrate ability to proficiently operate commercial vehicle
   2. Demonstrate ability to proficiently maneuver commercial vehicle
   3. Demonstrate safe judgement while operation commercial vehicle
4. Demonstrate specifically identified operations required for commercial drivers
   1. Demonstrate straight line backing
   2. Demonstrate backing along a curved path
   3. Demonstrate backing up to a loading dock
5. Demonstrate proficiency while driving on a public road
   1. Demonstrate ability to proficiently operate commercial vehicle
   2. Demonstrate ability to proficiently maneuver commercial vehicle
   3. Demonstrate safe judgement while operating commercial vehicle
6. Evaluate driving conditions using recommended searching methods
   1. Demonstrate basic practices of a safe driver
   2. Exercise clear communication and use of signals with other vehicles
   3. Execute driving adjustments after evaluating conditions
7. Demonstrate use of log book as required for a commercial driver
   1. Summarize hours of service requirements
   2. Explain different status requirements for log books
   3. Define how long log books are required to be maintained
8. Practice proper navigation of a rail-road crossing
   1. Discuss special considerations and situations while driving
   2. Explain best practice emergency procedures and processes
   3. Summarize night driving operations
9. Summarize the benefits of trip planning
   1. Identify information needed for planning
   2. Explain process for planning primary and alternate routes
10. Summarize organizations related to commercial driving
    1. Describe federal, state, and local government agencies and regulations related to commercial driving
    2. Define Truckers Against Trafficking mission