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Commercial Driving

COMMERCIAL DRIVING PROGRAM 

The HCCTC CDL program meets all the ELDT requirements of the Federal Motor Carriers Association.

Theory 

80% grade is required to certify theory hours.

DELIVER in HYBRID Online & In Class

Basic Operations

Orientation

Control Systems/Dashboard
Pre/Post Trip Inspections

Basic Controls

Shifting/Operating Transmissions

Backing and Docking

Safe Operating Procedures

Visual Search

Communication

Distracted Driving

Speed Management

Space Management

Night Operation

Extreme Driving Conditions

Advanced Operating Practices

Hazard Perception

Skid Control/Recovery/Jackknifing and other emergencies

Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions

Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions

Roadside Inspections

Maintenance

Non-Driving Activities

Handling and Documenting Cargo

Environmental Compliance Issues

Hours of Service Requirements

Fatigue and Wellness Awareness

Post-Crash Procedures

External Communications

Whistleblower / Coercion

Trip Planning

Drugs/Alcohol

Medical Requirements

Behind the Wheel (BTW) Range

Must be Proficient in skills to be certified. Clock hours will be calculated based on 60 minutes of instruction.

Vehicle Inspection and Pre-Trip/Enroute/Post-Trip

Straight Line Backing

AlleyDock Backing (45/90 degree)

Off-Set Backing

Parallel Parking Blind Side

Parallel Parking Sight Side

Coupling and Uncoupling

Behind the Wheel (BTW) - Public Road

Must be proficient in skills to be certified.

*May be asked to demonstrate proficiency in knowledge not performance.

Vehicle Controls

Shifting / Transmission

Communications /Signaling

Visual Search

Speed and Space Management

Safe Driver Behavior

Hours of Service (HOS) Requirements

*Hazard Perception

*Railroad (RR) – Highway Grade Crossing

*Night Operations

*Extreme Driving Conditions

*Skid Control / Recovery, Jackknifing and other Emergencies.