CDL - Commercial Driver's License Program : Module 1

The student will be able to understand vehicle safety and accident prevention procedures by:

• Identifying and explaining the use of vehicle safety equipment.
• Utilizing fire extinguishers.
• Utilizing seat belts and personal protection gear appropriate to the type of operation.
• Describing safe lifting procedures.
• Describing personal safety equipment and procedures.
• Describing actions applicable for vehicle accidents.
• Reviewing reports in a classroom activity.
• Preparing accident reports according to company, state, and federal requirements.
• Identifying all information needed for accident reports to the State, the employer, and the insurance company.
• Reviewing an accident report.
• Describing procedures for protecting the scene of an accident.
• Describing personal liability requirements.
• Identifying hazardous road conditions that are a potential threat to the safety of the truck driver.
• Describing activities and characteristics of other road users that make them potentially dangerous.
• Describing the potential consequences of excessive speed.
• Describing the potential consequences of the use of drugs or alcohol.
• Describing and demonstrating safety procedures for entering and exiting vehicles.