Overview:

• Program addresses the requirements of FMCSR -392.9 and 393
• Covers key topics, including:
  • proper securement techniques
  • working load limit and aggregate working load limit standards
  • determining the number of tiedowns
  • when to re-examine and adjust cargo
  • pre-trip inspection
  • cargo distribution
  • securement devices
  • re-checking cargo
  • personal safety
  • and more
• Program includes two animated scenarios:
  • How to load cargo so the center of gravity stays low and why this is important
  • How to determine the number of tiedowns needed based on the length of items being secured
• Ready-to-use training program includes several components
• Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired

Program Components

(1) 18-minute, closed-captioned video - Combines engaging video and editing technology with expertise from industry professionals at all levels.

(1) Instructor's Guide - Provides you with background information and training tips to make the most of each training session.

(11) Driver Handbooks - Include a driver receipt page. Review key points and include a quiz to check trainees' understanding of the material.

(1) Wallet Card Sheet - Perforated to provide 10 cards for drivers to verify that they've received training.

(2) Awareness Posters - Hang in a break room or training area to remind drivers that the rules are in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

(1) Trainer Tools CD-ROM (not sold separately) - Provides supplementary information, including content for transparencies and handouts, answer keys, clip art, posters, a training log, which can be used as-is, customized, or imported into PowerPoint - presentations. The minimum computer system requirements for the Trainer Tools CD-ROM are Office 2000, with Word, and Internet Explorer version 5.5.

DVD Main Menu

• Play Program - Plays entire main program.
• Chapter Selections(access to chapters by topic)
  • Introduction - Explains that cargo securement is an important part of a professional driver's job and why drivers must not operate a CMV if the load isn't properly secured.
  • Pre-Trip Responsibilities - In addition to the pre-trip vehicle inspection, this segment covers the important items drivers should check to ensure the safety of the vehicle and the load.
  • Securing a Load Load Placement - Discusses the importance of distributing the weight of the load evenly and keeping the center of gravity as low as possible on the trailer.
  • Securement Devices - Reviews blocking, bracing, dunnage, void filler, friction mats, load bars and how each are used to secure loads to prevent movement while in transit.
  • Working Load Limit and Aggregate Working Load Limit - Defines terms and provides practical examples to help drivers understand these concepts in relation to securement devices for dry vans.
  • Tiedowns - Reviews various tiedowns for dry van trailers.
  • En-Route Inspection - Reviews required check points & what to look for.
  • Review - A recap of the basic requirements that professional drivers need to know and follow to properly secure loads inside dry van trailers.
  • Conclusion - A motivational call to action for drivers to take the necessary steps to ensure each load is safely secured at all times.
• Commentary - Offers additional interviews by industry professionals.
• Quiz - 10 interactive questions; offers correct/incorrect remediation to reinforce effectiveness of training.
• Right Turns/Left Turns/Intersections Preview - Gives a sneak peek at a full-length training program.

Producer: J.J. Keller