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

1

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

CDL – Form to Finish

2

CDL Process

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

3

Remember…

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Skills Tests Results Form obtained from DOL by trainee

3-day notice required prior to testing

4

Commercial Driver’s Instructional Permit

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

5

Time to Train

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Use CURRENT CDL manual

Use CURRENT training materials

6

Skills & Pre-Trip Requirements

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

7

Common Pre-Trip Errors

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Lights & reflectorsAir supplyPassenger onlySchool Bus onlyIn-cab/bus

8

Common Pre-Trip Errors

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Engine compartmentFront axleFront suspensionFront brakesDriver/fuel area

9

Skills and Basic Controls Requirements

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

10

Common Basic Control Errors

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Mirror checksWarning devicesFinal position

11

Skills and Road Test Requirements

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

25-45 minutes

25 errors or less

Ref. Section 13 of CDL Manual

12

Skills and Road Test Requirements

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Purchase new Skills Results FormRetest after 7 days3 day rule applies

for scheduling

13

Common Road Test Errors

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Mirror checksSpeedingLane positionRoadside stop & startSignageGeneral driving

14

Training and Study Methods

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Knowledge Test:Group readingIndividual readingVideosSample tests

15

Training and Study Methods

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Skills Test:Read current CDLPractice hands-onUse partnerDemonstrate skills

16

Testing

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

17

Testing

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

18

Licensing

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

19

CDL Updates

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

20

Summary

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

Forms needed to obtain CDLTesting requirementsFrequently missed itemsTraining methods

21

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

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

22

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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.

23

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

24

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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!

25

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

26

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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

27

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

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!

28

Evaluation

2014-15 Driver Trainer Inservice

8. Describe two study methods for the CDL test.

• Use a partner

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