DOT Entry Level Driver Training – Non-Driving Activities – Handling and Documenting Cargo
The primary purpose of most commercial motor vehicles, or CMVs, is to transport cargo. Similar to the operation of any heavy machinery or equipment, some methods are regarded as best practice, some marginally workable, but legal, and some could be considered dangerous. When it comes to transporting cargo on public roads, there is no substitute for what is considered safe, efficient, and professional. In order to operate a commercial vehicle, you must know how to properly handle, distribute, and secure many different types of cargo. This course discusses the forces that affect a CMV and its cargo, how those forces can change while driving, best practices for loading and unloading cargo, cargo securement, important security measures, and requirements specific to hazardous materials and other specific cargo types.
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Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the basic theories of cargo weight distribution, cargo securement, cargo covering, and techniques for safe and efficient loading/unloading
- Explain the proper handling and documentation requirements for hazardous material cargo
- Describe basic cargo security and theft prevention procedures
- Describe special considerations when transporting livestock, hanging meat, bulk liquids, towed vehicles, and oversized loads
Specs
| Course Level | Fundamental |
| Languages | English |
| Compatibility | Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive |
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