2014-15 driver trainer inservice 1 cdl – form to finish

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2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

CDL – Form to Finish

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CDL Process


Key Elements: Correct paperwork Testing requirements Frequently missed items Training tips New changes?

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Remember…


Skills Tests Results Form obtained from DOL by trainee

3-day notice required prior to testing

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Commercial Driver’s Instructional Permit


Trainee Acquires CDIP Pass General Knowledge or all four

(4) sections(Passenger, School Bus, Air

Brakes)$10.00 each attempt, 1 or more

sections$10.00 for permitStudy Sections 1,2,3,4,5,10

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Time to Train


Use CURRENT CDL manual

Use CURRENT training materials

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Skills & Pre-Trip Requirements


Be specific14 errors or less to pass15 areas, 80 itemsKnow parts and functionReturn to forgotten itemException – air brake check

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Common Pre-Trip Errors


Lights & reflectorsAir supplyPassenger onlySchool Bus onlyIn-cab/bus

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Common Pre-Trip Errors


Engine compartmentFront axleFront suspensionFront brakesDriver/fuel area

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Skills and Basic Controls Requirements


Second portion of testThree (3) maneuversScore – 18 or less errorsDriver can look

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Common Basic Control Errors


Mirror checksWarning devicesFinal position

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Skills and Road Test Requirements


25-45 minutes

25 errors or less

Ref. Section 13 of CDL Manual

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Skills and Road Test Requirements


Purchase new Skills Results FormRetest after 7 days3 day rule applies

for scheduling

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Common Road Test Errors


Mirror checksSpeedingLane positionRoadside stop & startSignageGeneral driving

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Training and Study Methods


Knowledge Test:Group readingIndividual readingVideosSample tests

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Training and Study Methods


Skills Test:Read current CDLPractice hands-onUse partnerDemonstrate skills

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Testing


CDL Skills Test Results Form Purchased by trainee Within 6 months of obtaining CDIP Current cost $100.00 One time permit renewal 3-part Results form for skills test

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Testing


Three (3) forms needed for the examiner1. CDL Skills Test Results form2. Current WA drivers license3. Medical Examiner Certificate

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Licensing


Three (3) Forms Needed For DOL:1. CDL Training Employer certificate2. CDL Skills Test Results form 3. Medical Examiner Certificate

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CDL Updates


Future Changes to the CDL Guide:Look for a Sept. 1, 2014 revision dateGuide insert to be provided by DOLChanges unknown at this time

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Summary


Forms needed to obtain CDLTesting requirementsFrequently missed itemsTraining methods

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Evaluation


1. Identify the three (3) required forms to obtain a CDL.

Skills Tests Results form WA drivers licenseMedical Examiner’s Certificate/DOT physical card

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Evaluation


2. Explain the Pre-trip testing requirements.

Be specific in your answers.

You can only miss 14 items.

You can return to forgotten items in other areas except for air supply system.

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Evaluation


3. Explain the Basic Controls testing requirements.

Requires completion of three (3) different maneuvers: Straight line backingOffset backing to the rightAlley-dock maneuver

Must complete successfully with a score of 18 or less

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Evaluation


4.Explain the Drive Test requirements.

Must receive a score of 25 or less Will be required to wait seven days

to re-test Correct mirror usage is scored in

each area and is also the one skill that is failed most frequently!

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Evaluation


5. Name three (3) frequent errors during the pre-trip test section.

Not releasing parking brake during air supply system check

Not checking operation of service door and step light

Driveline free of foreign objects

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Evaluation


6. Name three (3) frequent errors during the basic controls test section.

Not honking prior to restarting each backing motion

Not checking mirrors prior to restarting each backing motion

Not utilizing free looks to assure proper final position

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Evaluation


7. Name three (3) frequent errors during the road test section.

Proper and frequent mirror usage Not recognizing road signs Speeding – accelerating prior to

posted speed limit sign!

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Evaluation


8. Describe two study methods for the CDL test.

• Use a partner

• Utilize online resources (i.e., www.cdltest.co)

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