Description
An easy-to-understand resource for everyone interested in obtaining their Commercial Driver's License
From buses to parcel delivery trucks and full-size tractor trailers, millions of vehicles around the world cannot legally be driven by someone without a commercial driver's license. Current estimates suggest that the United States alone will need 78,000 additional drivers to meet demand. But, to become one of those drivers, you'll need to pass the Commercial Driver's License exam.
In Commercial Driver's License Exam For Dummies, you'll learn everything you need to know to pass the Commercial Driver's License exam. This book walks you through the rules, regulations, and best practices that will help you safely operate commercial vehicles. It also explains key insights about the commercial driving industry, including where you can find your first job opportunities and what you should expect when you start your career as a driver.
Inside the book:
- Understand the different options and opportunities for licensed drivers of commercial vehicles
- Quickly and confidently prepare for all aspects of the Commercial Driver's License exam, including the written tests and the road test
- Practice tests and questions to help you familiarize yourself with the exam
From performing a vehicle inspection to dealing with hazardous driving conditions and accidents, operating air brake-equipped vehicles, and learning to transport cargo safely, Commercial Driver's License Exam For Dummies is an effective roadmap to navigating the written, road, and skills course portions of this exam.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started on the CDL Journey 5
Chapter 1: Taking a Big-Picture Look at Commercial Driving 7
Chapter 2: Embracing the CDL Exam Preparation 15
Chapter 3: Making a Career with Your CDL 23
Part 2: Reviewing Relevant General Knowledge 35
Chapter 4: Driving Safely at Any Time 37
Chapter 5: Driving Safely in Hazardous Conditions 71
Chapter 6: Adding the Non-Driving Knowledge 105
Chapter 7: Loading and Securing Your Cargo 127
Part 3: Exploring Air Brakes 147
Chapter 8: Discovering How to Work with Air Brakes 149
Chapter 9: Testing Air Brakes 169
Part 4: Combing Through Combination Vehicles 189
Chapter 10: Driving a Combination Vehicle 191
Chapter 11: Backing a Combination Vehicle 205
Chapter 12: Understanding the Parts and Functions 217
Part 5: Examining Other Endorsements 237
Chapter 13: Hauling Liquid: Tanker 239
Chapter 14: Transporting Passengers 249
Chapter 15: Adding on Doubles and Triples 269
Chapter 16: Qualifying for Hazardous Materials 279
Part 6: Passing the Tests 307
Chapter 17: Conducting the Pre-Trip Inspection for Any Vehicle 309
Chapter 18: Handling the Pre-Trip Inspection on Special Vehicles 329
Chapter 19: Passing the Behind-the-Wheel Tests 345
Part 7: The Part of Tens 355
Chapter 20: Ten (or So) Ways to Fail a Test 357
Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Passing a Test 361
Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Backing Successfully 365
Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Safe, Efficient Driving 369
Index 375
