Neenah, WI — It’s a simple fact: vehicle inspections play a crucial role in keeping equipment in top condition and replacement costs down. They are also required by law. Professional drivers are required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to conduct three types of vehicle inspections: pre-trip, on-the-road and post-trip.
“Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) violations are consistently among the most commonly cited violations for compliance reviews,” said Thomas Bray, a transportation subject matter expert with J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc®. “DVIR errors account for 15% of all critical violations cited.”
With this in mind, J. J. Keller has developed Driver Vehicle Inspections: The Complete Processtraining program, designed to get drivers into a career-long habit of properly conducting required inspections.
This dynamic new training program explains the critical importance of thorough inspections and provides an up-close look at the inspection process. At the heart of the program is a 35-minute video that demonstrates in action — and in detail — how to conduct an inspection, and the basic tools needed. It emphasizes the importance of the driver’s vehicle inspection report (DVIR) and the possible consequences of missed inspection points.
The program can help drivers learn how to:
• detect unsafe conditions before they can cause an accident
• uncover mechanical problems before they lead to breakdowns
• reduce overall maintenance costs
• help prevent vehicles from being placed out of service during roadside inspections.
The program also includes a special segment on intermodal chassis inspection. Under federal regulations, motor carriers, drivers and intermodal equipment providers are required to establish systematic inspection, maintenance and repair procedures for all intermodal equipment. Compliance is required by December 17, 2009. Driver Vehicle Inspections: The Complete Processtraining program includes critical information on inspecting intermodal chassis, making it the only complete vehicle inspection training solution available for trainers and drivers. It explains:
• what to check during a pre-use inspection of an intermodal chassis
• the importance of finding and documenting any chassis deficiencies/damage
• the need to complete a DVIR for an intermodal chassis when returning it to the intermodal equipment provider
Along with a DVD, the program includes an instructor guide, 11 driver handbooks, and an awareness poster. It also includes a trainer tools CD-ROM with two PowerPoint® presentations (one for regular inspections and one for intermodal inspections), quizzes and answer keys, clip art, posters and a training log.
J. J. Keller’sDriver Vehicle Inspections: The Complete Processtraining program
(PR-262-DVD) is available for $365 by calling800-327-6868 or visiting jjkeller.com/27225. Callers should reference Action Code 27225 when ordering.
For more information about J. J. Keller solutions like this one, call the toll-free number listed above, visit the company’s web site at jjkeller.com, or e-mail sales@jjkeller.com.
About J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.® J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. was established in 1953 and has become the nation’s leader in risk and regulatory management solutions. The company employs over 1,200 associates and serves nearly 350,000 customers including more than 90% of the Fortune 1,000. J. J. Keller’s diverse products and services include publications, forms, training, supplies, software, consulting, online management tools, outsourced services, and mobile technology.
For more information, contact:
J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc®
Marketing Communications
Thomas Hines
1-800-843-3174, ext. 7543 E-mail: thines@jjkeller.com
