The Straight Truck Series is a collection of training programs which emphasize the essential skills necessary for staying safe on the road while operating a straight truck. This series is appropriate for all levels of truck drivers, from the entry-level to the veteran driver operating any type of straight truck.
Driving Techniques training is designed to help truck drivers understand the basic driving techniques that will help them develop the skills and attitude necessary to safely operate a straight truck. Specifically, it covers the importance of defensive driving and knowing how to safely maneuver a straight truck through turns and intersections, over railroad crossings, while merging and passing, and while driving through roundabouts. The program also covers how your driving techniques should change when driving at night or in extreme weather conditions.
- The J. J. Keller's Driving Techniques: Straight Truck Series eLearningcourse covers the following topics:
- Driving Techniques
- Defensive Driving
- Turns & Intersections
- Railroad Crossings
- Merging & Passing
- Roundabouts
- Night Driving & Extreme Weather
- After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Discuss defensive driving strategies to protect themselves while on the road
- Apply proper driving techniques to safely operate their straight truck
- Identify precautions to take when driving at night and in extreme weather conditions
- Intended Audience: Straight truck drivers
- Regs Covered: CFR or ANSI
- Length: 15 minutes
- Copyright Date: 2017
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