Commercial driver's guide to operation, safety and licensing

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tread depth (not less than 1.6 mm), proper inflation, no bulges, sidewall separation, cuts or uneven wear, dual tires are not touching and nothing is trapped between them second trailer axle wheel rims have no cracks, missing pieces, bends or rust streaks, wheel fasteners are secure and not missing, broken or loose sliding tandem and locking pin - the pin is locked and secure, no bends, cracks, breaks or weld separations in the cross members, torsion bars or flanges brake chambers are secure, have no cracks or corrosion, and nothing will obstruct the push rod travel all slack adjusters - pull manually or use a pry bar to check for travel, mechanical condition and wear suspension has no cracked, missing or broken springs, torsion bars or walking beams are secure and not damaged, no loose, missing or broken U-bolts. If the trailer has air suspension, check for damaged, worn or inoperative air bags axle assembly has no breaks, cracks, holes or cracked seals. Rear of a vehicle All Vehicle Types right and left turn signals work, lenses are clean and not cracked hazard warning lights work, lenses are clean and not cracked brake lights work, lenses are clean and not cracked (whenever possible, have another person activate the brakes while you check for proper operation) clearance and marker lights work, lenses are clean and not cracked, reflectors and retro-reflective tape (if applicable) is clean licence plate is clean, attached securely, the registration decal is valid, licence plate light is secure and works, and the lens is clean doors or gates work, are closed and secure (if applicable) rear windows are clean (if applicable) mud flaps are secure and do not rub on the tires exhaust system is secure and has no visible leaks, muffler is securely attached (if applicable) Bus alternating amber and red flashing lights work, lenses are clean and not cracked (school bus only) white flashing strobe light works (school bus only) clearance and marker lights work, lenses are clean and not cracked, reflectors (retro-reflective tape is clean for school bus only) rear door opens properly, closes securely, emergency buzzer works and rear door seal is not damaged (school bus only) specialized equipment for transporting persons with disabilities is operating and is secured properly, if equipped spare tire, if equipped, is inflated and secure, jack and tools are properly secured. Ambulance Patient compartment medical equipment is stowed properly and inventory is completed fire extinguisher is fully charged and label indicates that it has not expired, an approved warning device is present CHAPTER Three Trip inspections 33
Passenger side of a vehicle All Vehicle Types Continue inspecting the passenger side of the unit using the same procedures as on the driver’s side of the truck-tractor and semi-trailer. Bus fuel filler cap is present and secure passenger door operates smoothly and closes securely from the inside steps are clean and step light works, if equipped inspection decal is present, valid and in correct location. Inside the vehicle and engine start up All Vehicle Types seat and mirrors are adjusted properly seat belt is adjusted and fastened properly feel and operation of brake pedal and clutch pedal (if equipped) steering has no excessive play or slack all gauges and warning lights work fuel level is adequate windows are clean, windshield is clean and free of major cracks windshield wipers work, washer has adequate fluid and sprays well defroster and heater work properly horn works and backing alarm works properly if equipped - some regulations require a backing alarm when vehicles are around workers on foot engine runs smoothly there are no unusual engine noises there is no unusual noise when the clutch is pushed in and released while the transmission is in neutral for a manual transmission (if applicable) radio equipment and P. A. system work and siren works in all modes (if applicable) Truck-tractor hand throttle and accelerator pedal operate properly air pressure build-up time is adequate and the air pressure drop does not exceed an acceptable amount when the brakes are applied service brakes have been tested by driving forward slowly and stopping Bus handrail is secure fire extinguisher is fully charged and label indicates that it is valid, an approved warning device is present first aid kit is fully equipped all emergency exits open and close properly (the alarm system is working for school bus only) parking brake works stop arm and lights work (school bus only) passenger seats are securely fastened to the floor and are in good condition the interior for cleanliness and damage restraints for the wheelchair work and are secured, if equipped 34 A Commercial Driver’s Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing
Page 1 and 2: COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S GUIDE to Oper
Page 3 and 4: Introduction Being a professional d
Page 5 and 6: This guide, along with the Driver
Page 7 and 8: 5 Operating Class 2 Vehicles 8 Tran
Page 9 and 10: Information about the Class 7 and 5
Page 11 and 12: ·· You are legally responsible to
Page 13 and 14: Class 4 Road Test • An applicant
Page 15 and 16: (ii) that is used or intended to be
Page 17 and 18: NOTES 16 A Commercial Driver’s Gu
Page 19 and 20: On April 1, 1989 each province and
Page 21 and 22: • ensure the vehicle is inspected
Page 23 and 24: • the driver returns to the home
Page 25 and 26: If cargo is not properly secured, t
Page 27 and 28: Purpose of daily vehicle inspection
Page 29 and 30: There are vehicle inspectors throug
Page 31 and 32: steering mechanism has no bent, bro
Page 33: possible, have another person activ
Page 37 and 38: Step 5 (Air system leaks) Push bot
Page 41 and 42: Maximum overall length 23m (75.5ft.
Page 43 and 44: IF WEIGHT IS DOUBLED BRAKING FORCE
Page 45 and 46: Uncoupling The basic steps for unco
Page 47 and 48: Two bars mean there is only one art
Page 49 and 50: oad or traffic conditions are poor,
Page 51 and 52: Parking Always select a safe place
Page 53 and 54: Reversing from the blind side uses
Page 55 and 56: SCHOOL BUS Information for class 2
Page 57 and 58: Remember, even with a guide, you ar
Page 59 and 60: • If a driver of a vehicle does n
Page 61 and 62: will need to assess the situation a
Page 63 and 64: Examples of Class 3 motor vehicles
Page 65 and 66: Mixer truck operators Mixer trucks
Page 67 and 68: Emergency Medical Services Examples
Page 69 and 70: of other road users and their drivi
Page 73 and 74: As a driver of persons with disabil
Page 77 and 78: The laws on dangerous goods state t
Page 79 and 80: Class 7: 7 Radioactive materials Ra
Page 83 and 84: Distracted driving law for commerci
Page 85 and 86:
• Having wandering, disconnected
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Know the law Controlled crossings 3
Page 89 and 90:
NOTES 88 A Commercial Driver’s Gu
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Fueling a vehicle Gasoline and dies
Page 93 and 94:
e.g., reduce speed when there’s a
Page 95 and 96:
Driving defensively Smart driving i
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NOTES 96 A Commercial Driver’s Gu
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