This course is designed to help inexperienced CDL Class A drivers with the proper procedures for backing, parking, and docking.
Successfully backing a vehicle requires skill, practice, patience, and good judgment. Improper or inattentive backing can result in lost time, additional paperwork, and damage to vehicles, buildings, or other equipment. Backing and parking can be some of the most difficult maneuvers a driver performs.
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
Describe how to safely back your vehicle
Explain how to safely park your vehicle
Explain additional precautions to take when backing in loading docks and parking lots
Safe and Smart New Driver Training Program: Backing and Parking Course Topics
The course topics include: Backing
General Backing Guidelines
Backing Techniques
Backing Safely
Backing Safety Tip
Parking
Street Parking
Parking Lots
Docking
Loading Docks
Universally Compatible
This course was created using standards that will allow playback on most internet capable devices with standard web browsing capabilities including Apple’s iTouch, iPad, and iPhone, as well as most other smart phones and tablets including those with Android and Windows operating systems.
Duration
Average Completion Time
Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 20 minutes.
Testing
Knowledge Assessment
Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.