Entry-Level Driver Training (Passenger Endorsement) Online Courses - Post-Crash Procedures

In early 2022, FMCSA introduced new Entry-Level Driver Training regulations that set the baseline for training requirements for entry-level drivers. This applies to those seeking to obtain a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, upgrade an existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL, or obtain a school bus, passenger, or hazardous materials endorsement for the first time.

The new Entry-Level Driver Training (Passenger Endorsement) Training Curriculum is designed to help drivers meet the requirements set by the FMCSA for entry-level drivers seeking a passenger-carrying endorsement on a new or existing CDL.

Curriculum consist of these 18 courses:

1. Post-Crash Procedures
2. Other Emergency Procedures
3. Vehicle Orientation
4. Pre-trip, En-route, and Post-Trip Inspection
5. Fueling
6. Idling
7. Baggage Cargo Management
8. Passenger Awareness Safety Briefing
9. Passenger Management
10. ADA Compliance
11. Hours of Service Requirements
12. Safety Belt Safety
13. Distracted Driving
14. Railroad Highway Grade Crossings and Drawbridges
15. Weigh Stations
16. Security and Crime
17. Roadside Inspections
18. Penalties and Fines

Intended Audience: Drivers who are applying for an initial commercial driver’s license (CDL) or drivers upgrading their current CDL

Language: Available in English

Copyright Date: 2022

Regs Covered: 49 CFR Part 380 Appendix B - CDL Training Curriculum