Safe and Smart New Driver Training
Program: Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection:
Walk-Around Online Course

New Driver Training Program: Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection: Walk-Around

This course is designed to help CMV drivers understand how to conduct an efficient and effective walk-around inspection of their vehicles.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Explain how to inspect the front of your vehicle
  • Describe what to look for under the vehicle
  • Discuss how to inspect the overall vehicle condition

Safe and Smart New Driver Training Program:
Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection: Walk-Around Course Topics

The course topics include:
 
Walk-Around Inspections

  • Driver Vehicle Inspection Report
  • Start at the Front
  • Check the Front Lights
  • Vehicle Condition
  • Fuel Cap and Tank
  • Frame and Body
  • Marker Lights
  • Reflectors
  • Drive Line and Suspension
  • Drive Tires
  • Rear Brakes and Guards
  • Cargo Door
  • Rear Lights
  • Back Bumper and License Plate
  • Top, Down, and Under
  • Passenger Side
  • Make it a Habit

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 10 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.