Class B to A Upgrade
Class B to A Upgrade training is a program that allows individuals who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a Class B endorsement to upgrade to a Class A endorsement. This type of license allows individuals to operate larger vehicles, such as tractor-trailers, that have a combined weight of 26,001 pounds or more.
The training typically includes classroom instruction on the specific skills and regulations required for operating Class A vehicles, as well as hands-on practice driving a Class A vehicle. Upon completion of the training and passing the necessary exams, individuals will be qualified to upgrade their CDL to a Class A license and take on more advanced driving jobs.
Module 1 - Pre-Course
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1.1 Overview
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1.2 CDL Obtaining Process
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1.3 CDL Endorsements
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1.4 Ensuring Safe Cargo Securement
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1.5 State and Local Regulations
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1.6 Disqualifications
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1.7 Serious Traffic Violations
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1.8 Railroad/Highway Grade Crossing Violations
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1.9 Drugs and Alcohol
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1.10 Medical Requirements
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1.11 Federal Bridge Formula
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1.12 Combination Vehicle Components
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1.13 Weigh Stations
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1.14 CMV Height and Low Clearance Limits
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Test: Module 1 Quiz: Pre-Course
Starting
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0.1 Intro
Module 2 - Instrument Panel
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2.1 Overview
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2.2 Brake System
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2.3 Transmission Operation
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2.4 Safety Controls
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2.5 Dashboard and Gauges
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Test: Module 2 Quiz: Dashboard
Module 3 - Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Inspection
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3.1 Inspection Overview
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3.2 Pre-Trip Inspection
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3.3 Safety Items
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3.4 Engine Compartment
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3.5 CMV Axles
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3.6 Outside the Truck
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3.7 CMV Interior
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3.8 Air Brake Check
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3.9 Enroute Inspection
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3.10 Specialized Trailers
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3.11 Post-Trip Inspection
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3.12 Inspection locations
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Test: Module 3 Quiz: CMV Inspection
Module 11 - Speed Management
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11.1 Speed Management Overview
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11.2 Calculating Stopping and Following Distance
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11.3 Adjusting Speed to Match the Road Surface
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11.4 Vehicle Hydroplaning
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11.5 Speed Adjustment for Curves
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11.6 Speed and Distance Ahead
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11.7 Speed at Night
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11.8 Speed and Traffic Flow
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11.9 Selectin Correct Speed on Downgrades
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11.10 Road Work Zones
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Test: Module 11 Quiz: Speed Control
Module 4 - Basic Control Task
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4.1 Basic Control Overview
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4.2 Starting and Shutting Down
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4.3 CMV Starting and Stopping
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4.4 Combination Vehicle Turning
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4.5 Driving in Traffic
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4.6 Trailer Backing
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Test: Module 4 Quiz: Basic Control Task
Module 12 - Space Control
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12.1 Space Control Overview
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12.2 Space for Entering/Crossing Traffic
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12.3 Turning Space
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12.4 Managing the Space Ahead
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12.5 Space Behind your Vehicle
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12.6 Managing the Space to the Side
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12.7 Space Above CMV
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12.8 Space Under CMV
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Test: Module 12 Quiz: Space Control
Module 6 - Backing and Docking
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6.1 Backing and Docking Overview
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6.2 Backing Basics
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6.3 G.O.A.L. (Get Out and Look)
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6.4 Straight Line Backing
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6.5 Offset Backing (left and right)
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6.6 Alley Docking
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6.7 Using Spotters
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Test: Module 6 Quiz: Backing and Docking
Module 5 - Shifting Transmissions (Manual)
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5.1 Transmission Operations Overview
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5.2 Shifting Methods
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5.3 Shifting Down Methods
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5.4 Multi-speed and dual range transmissions
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5.5 Automatic Transmissions
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Test: Module 5 Quiz: Shifting Operating Transmissions (Manual)
Module 7 - Coupling and Uncoupling Tasks
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7.1 Overview
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7.2 Steps for coupling tractor-trailer combinations
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7.3 Uncoupling Tractor-Semitrailers
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7.4 Conclusion
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Test: Module 7 Quiz: Coupling and Uncoupling Task
Module 13 - Night Operation
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13.1 Night Driving Overview
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13.2 With the Roadway
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13.3 With the Driver
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13.4 With the CMV
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Test: Module 13 Quiz: Night Operation
Module 14 - Condition Check
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14.1 Overview
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14.2 Driving in Very Hot Weather
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14.3 Driving in Very Cold Weather
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14.4 Emergency Equipment
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14.5 Putting Tire Chains on a CMV
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14.6 Inclement Weather Hazards to CMVs
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14.7 Negotiating Sharp Curves
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14.8 Driving on Steep Grades and Mountains
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14.9 Braking on Down Grades
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14.10 Escape Ramps
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Test: Module 14 Quiz: Condition Check
Module 8 - Visual Searching
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8.1 Visual Search Overview
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8.2 Hazards Defined and How to Look For Them
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8.3 Using Your Mirrors
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8.4 Check Your Vehicle
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8.5 In Traffic
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8.6 Work Zones
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8.7 Bus Stops
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8.8 Move Over Law
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8.9 Distracted / Hazardous Drivers
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8.10 Blocked Vision
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8.11 Pedestrians and Bicyclists
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8.12 School Zones
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Test: Module 8 Quiz: Visual Searching
Module 20- Support
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20.1 Overview
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20.2 Why Maintenance Is Important
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20.3 Regularly Scheduled Maintenance
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20.4 Driver Responsibility
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20.5 Annual Inspections
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Test: Module 20 Quiz: Support
Module 16- Skid Control/Recovery
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16.1 Overview
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16.2 Emergencies While Driving
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16.3 Braking During an Emergency
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16.4 Skidding and Recovery
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16.5 CMV Jackknife
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16.6 Vehicle Rollovers
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Test: Module 16 Quiz: Skid Control & Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies
Module 9 - Communication Type
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9.1 Overview
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9.2 Turns
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9.3 Communicating Your Presence
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9.4 Warning Devices (Triangles)
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Test: Module 9 Quiz: Communication Type
Module 10 - Distractions
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10.1 Overview
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10.2 Distractions from inside the vehicle
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10.3 Distractions from outside the vehicle
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10.4 Distraction types
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10.5 Cell Phones – A Major Distraction
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10.6 Texting in CMVs
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10.7 Mobile Phone Use and Penalties
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10.8 Driving Safely
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10.9 Other technology
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Test: Module 10 Quiz: Distractions
Module 22- Environmental Compliance Issues
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22.1 Overview
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22.2 Pollution
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22.3 Driving and Emissions
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22.4 Idling and Emissions
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22.5 Reducing CMV idling times
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Test: Module 22 Quiz: Environmental Compliance Issues
Module 24- Exhaustion
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24.1 Overview
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24.2 Fatigue's Root Causes
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24.3 Fatigue Red Flags
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24.4 Preventing Tiredness
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24.5 Operator Health
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24.6 Standard Diet
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24.7 Physical Activity and Exercise
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24.8 Back Problems
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24.9 Stress and Posture
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Test: Module 24 Quiz: Exhaustion
Module 15 - Hazard Awareness
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15.1 Overview
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15.2 Recognize Potential Hazards
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15.3 Driving Emergencies
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15.4 Construction or work zone
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15.5 Visual search and surveillance
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Test: Module 15 Quiz: Hazard Awareness
Module 17- Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings
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17.1 Overview
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17.2 Types of Crossings
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17.3 Warning Signs and Devices
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17.4 Safety Concerns
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17.5 Use Caution!
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17.6 Emergency Notification Systems
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17.7 Regulations
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17.8 Stopping Procedures
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17.9 Disqualifications
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Test: Module 17 Quiz: Railroad - Highway Grade Crossings
Module 27- Whistleblower and Coercion
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27.1 Overview
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27.2 Whistleblower Protection
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27.3 Coercion
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Test: Module 27 Quiz: Whistleblower and Coercion
Module 18- Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions
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18.1 Overview
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18.2 Engine
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18.3 The Fuel System
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18.4 Drivetrain
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18.5 Air Brake System
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18.6 ABS (Antilock Braking System)
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18.7 Coupling Area
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18.8 Suspension
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18.9 Tires
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Test: Module 18 Quiz: Faults
Module 29- Substance Abuse
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29.1 Overview
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29.2 Affected
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29.3 Alcohols
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29.4 Additional Drugs
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29.5 Substance Testing
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29.6 Post-crash Drug and Alcohol Exam
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29.7 Managing Tests
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29.8 Refusal to Submit to an Alcohol or Drug Test
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Test: Module 29 Quiz: Substance Abuse
Module 19- Roadside Vehicle Inspections
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19.1 Overview
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19.2 Roadside Inspection Focus
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19.3 Levels of Inspections
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19.4 Preparing for an Inspection
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19.5 After a Roadside Inspection
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19.6 Violating an OOS Order
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Test: Module 19 Quiz: Roadside Vehicle Inspections
Module 21- Cargo Operations
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21.1 Cargo Operations Overview
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21.2 Driver Responsibilities
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21.3 Loading Vehicles
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21.4 Loading and Unloading
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21.5 Bill of Lading
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Test: Module 21 Quiz: Cargo Operations
Module 23- Hours of Service Requirements
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23.1 Post Crash Overview
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23.2 HOS Log Condition
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23.3 Hours of Service Ruling
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23.4 Sleeper Berth
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23.5 Compliances
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23.6 Cases and Exceptions
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23.7 ELD rule
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23.8 Violation of HOS Rules
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Test: Module 23 Quiz: Hours of Service Requirements
Module 25- Post Crash System
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25.1 Overview
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25.2 Steps after Accident
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25.3 Documentation
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25.4 Post-crash Drug and Alcohol Testing
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25.5 Fires
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25.6 Fire Containment
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Test: Module 25 Quiz: Post Crash System
Module 26- Communication and Relations
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26.1 Communication and Relations Overview
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26.2 Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
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26.3 Road Inspections
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26.4 Roadside Violations Results
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26.5 English Communication
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Test: Module 26 Quiz: Relations
Module 28- Cruise Plan
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28.1 Overview
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28.2 Route Planning Steps
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28.3 Evidence
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Test: Module 28 Quiz: Cruise Plan
Module 30- Medical Operations
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30.1 Medical Operations Overview
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30.2 Medical Requirements
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30.3 Medical Examination Process
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30.4 Drivers General Requirements
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30.5 Disqualifications
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30.6 Traffic Violations
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Test: Module 30 Quiz: Medical Operations
- Register for our ELDT Training and make a payment.
- Take the course at your own pace
- Save your progress any time
- Take the course at your own pace
- Save your progress any time
The ELDT regulations establish new minimum training standards for individuals applying for:
- Obtain a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time
- Upgrade an existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL
- Obtain a school bus (S), passenger (P), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement for the first time.
- Obtain a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time
- Upgrade an existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL
- Obtain a school bus (S), passenger (P), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement for the first time.
