• Covers a standard procedure for doing each of three types of vehicle inspections:

            1.  Pre-Trip (FMCSR Sec. 392.7 and 396.13)

            2.  On-the-Road (FMCSR Sec. 392.9)

            3.  Post-Trip (FMCSR Sec. 396.11)
 

• Shows detailed (touch and point) aspects of a thorough, seven-step pre-trip inspection
• Emphasizes inspection habits and routines to ensure drivers cover everything
• Explains critical importance of the driver's vehicle inspection report (DVIR), what purposes it serves, and why it shouldn't be neglected
• Addresses the results missed inspection points can create (accidents, violations, fines, etc.)
• Includes detailed information on on-the-road and post-trip inspections
• Includes a special segment on driver inspection of intermodal chassis -the only video of its kind to do this
• Ready-to-use training program includes several components
• Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired
• 8-minute bonus CSA video segment explains how vehicle inspections factor into the Cargo Related BASIC and the Vehicle Maintenance BASIC

Program Components

• (1) 37-Minute Video - An excellent way to show your drivers the inspection process from start to finish.
• (1) Trainer Tools CD-ROM (not sold separately)- Includes PowerPoint® presentation that can be used as is or customized, along with handouts, quizzes, clip art, posters and a training log.
• (1) Instructor's Guide - You'll really appreciate the helpful tips and suggestions this book contains.
• (11) Driver Handbooks - Include driver receipt page, quiz, and vehicle inspection memory aid.
• (1) Awareness Poster - Hang this eye-catching poster in a terminal or break room to remind drivers about the importance of vehicle inspections.

DVD Main Menu

• CSA and Vehicle Inspections
• Play Program - Plays entire main program.
• Chapter Selections - Allows easy access to specific sub-topics for more focused training. (Items in boldface are actual menu selections.)
  • Introduction - Discusses all the good reasons why drivers must conduct thorough vehicle inspections.
  • Pre-Trip Inspection - Reviews each step of a thorough pre-trip inspection:
       1. Vehicle overview
       2. Engine compartment
       3. Inside the cab
       4. Lights
       5. Walk-around
       6. Signal lights
       7. Brake system
  • On-the-Road Inspection - Covers the items that must be checked en route: Cargo and load securement devices; Gauges; Staying aware of the sounds, smells and feel of the truck; Short walk-around inspection; Tire check
  • Post-Trip Inspection - Goes through the required steps of a post-trip to help identify any potential safety issues that need to be fixed: Checking the same items as the pre-trip; Items that are affected by heat; Documenting the post-trip on a DVIR; Motor carrier certification of defective items
  • Conclusion - Provides a brief review of the video content; encourages drivers to "always do everything in the same order, and always do everything."
• Intermodal Chassis Inspection
• Commentary – Offers interviews by industry professionals.
• What's Wrong With This Picture?
• Quiz – 10 interactive questions; offers correct/incorrect remediation to reinforce effectiveness of training.
• Message for Management
• Previews:
  • A Driver's Guide to Roadside Inspections
  • Driver Injury Prevention

Producer: J.J. Keller