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A severe shortage of trained tractor trailer drivers faces the trucking industry and the nation. Trucking Tractor Trailer Driver HandbookWorkbook 3rd Edition can help solve this problem by providing a comprehensive, turn key curriculum for tractor trailer driver training. This new edition delivers not only the technical content the driver needs to know, but also teaches the procedures that, with practice, will enable the student to become a skilled driver. This book stresses the importance of developing the skills, traits and behaviors that characterize true professionals. Professional truck drivers must maintain safe standards throughout all facets of a trip, and this book provides the must have information new drivers need to stay safe before, during, and after a route. Coverage focuses on attaining and preserving safe standards throughout all aspects of a professional driving career, from securing one's load to hazardous materials handling, with helpful guidelines for maintaining a healthy lifestyle on the road. This edition delivers not only the technical content tractor trailer drivers need to become skilled professionals, but also the healthful habits and best practices that can lead to improved safety and well being. Features Updated coverage includes hours of service information, whistle blower guidance, the newest rail crossing safety guidelines, and current transportation security requirements to help drivers maintain safe standards Coverage of new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA Entry Level Truck Driver minimum training requirements An easy to read writing style keeps the learning environment light and balanced. while full color photos and compelling illustrations clearly demonstrate important transportation concepts Engaging cartoons convey practical advice from veteran drivers about life over the road Career profiles from current drivers give a real life feel to the book Driver tips in each chapter, along with cautions and warnings, help drivers anticipate and avoid common problems of the road Coverage of new FMCSA Entry Level Truck Driver minimum requirement coverage Written in cooperation with the Professional Truck Driver Institute PTDI Based on the Tractor Trailer Driver Curriculum originally developed by the Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration as described in their Proposed Minimum Standards for Training Tractor Trailer Drivers Table of Contents An Introduction to Trucking Vehicle Inspections Control Systems Vehicle Systems Basic Control Shifting Backing Coupling and Uncoupling Sliding Fifth Wheels and Tandem Axles Preventive Maintenance Recognizing and Reporting Malfunctions Communication Space Management Visual Search Speed Management Night Driving Extreme Driving Conditions Skid Control Hazard Awareness Railroad Crossings Emergency Maneuvers Accident Procedures Special Rigs Handling Cargo Cargo Documentation Trip Planning Hours of Service Driving International Routes Transportation Security Public Relations and Job Search Professional Driver Health, Safety and Security Hazardous Materials Transportation Technology Whistleblower Protections for Professional Drivers The Commercial Drivers License Glossary Index About the Author Alice Adams is an educator and veteran transportation writer for the Houston Chronicle and national transportation trade publications. After serving in academic positions at Odessa College TX, Houston Community College, and the University of St. Thomas, she has authored several transportation industry books, including texts used in public, private, and proprietary professional driving schools.
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