The FMCSA’s entry-level driver training (ELDT) rule takes effect February 7, 2022. As of this date, individuals who are applying for their initial CDL, upgrading a current CDL, or getting a passenger or school bus endorsement for the first time must complete specific theory and behind-the-wheel instruction before taking the required skills test. An individual obtaining a hazmat endorsement for the first time must complete specific theory instruction prior to taking the required knowledge test. This training must be provided by a school or entity listed on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR). Learn more about the ELDT requirements.
Module 2: Control Systems/Dashboard—along with 34 other entry-level driver training courses—meets the FMCSA’s requirement for theory instruction when delivered by an instructor with a school or entity that is listed on the TPR. Training courses can be used with the Entry-Level Driver Training: Obtaining A CDLstudent manual and trainer manual for a comprehensive ELDT program.
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This online course is designed to introduce learners to the controls and instruments found in commercial motor vehicles (CMVs).
It is important that learners understand the function of all controls and instruments of any vehicle they operate. CMVs are nothing like personal vehicles. CMVs have numerous systems, controls, and instruments that are usually not in a personal vehicle.
- The eLearning course covers the following topics:
- Engine Controls
- Primary Vehicle Controls
- Transmission Controls
- Brake Controls
- Antilock Brakes
- Auxiliary Brakes & Retarders
- Interaxle Differential Lock
- Secondary Vehicle Controls
- Seeing
- Communication
- Climate/Comfort Controls
- Driver Safety
- Vehicle Instruments
- Warning Devices
- After completing this training course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of a CMV’s engine controls
- Locate a CMV’s primary controls and discuss the function of each
- Describe the purpose of a vehicle’s secondary controls and identify their locations
- Recognize all vehicle instruments and explain the acceptable operating range for each
- Identify warning devices commonly found on a CMV
- Intended Audience: Drivers who are applying for an initial commercial driver’s license (CDL) or drivers upgrading their current CDL.
- Length: 25 minutes
- Language: Available in English
- Copyright Date: 2019
- Reg Covered:Unit A1.1.2 Control Systems/Dashboard = This unit must introduce driver-trainees to vehicle instruments, controls, and safety components. The training providers must teach driver-trainees to read gauges and instruments correctly and the proper use of vehicle safety components, including safety belts and mirrors. The training providers must teach driver-trainees to identify, locate, and explain the function of each of the primary and secondary controls including those required for steering, accelerating, shifting, braking systems (e.g., ABS, hydraulic, air), as applicable, and parking.
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