Successfully backing a vehicle requires skill, practice, patience, and good judgment. Improper or inattentive backing can result in lost time, additional paperwork, and damage to vehicles, buildings, or other equipment.
This course is designed to help drivers learn the basics of backing and docking, including safe backing practices and the types of backing maneuvers commonly used.
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
- Describe how to safely back your vehicle
- Explain how to safely dock and park your vehicle
- Explain additional precautions to take when backing in loading docks and parking
The J. J. Keller Safe and Smart Entry-Level Driver Training: Backing and Docking program covers the following topics:
Backing
- Backing
- General Backing Guidelines
- Eliminate Noise
- Use Both Mirrors
- Get Out And Look (GOAL)
- Back Slowly
- Use a Spotter
- Open the Trailer Doors
- Backing Safely
- Backing Safety Tip
- Backing Techniques
- Straight-Line Backing Video
- Straight Line Backing
- Blind-Side Backing
- Offset Backing
- Parallel
- 90-Degree
Parking
- Parking Lot
- Street Parking
- Docking
- Loading Docks
Intended Audience: Drivers who are applying for an initial commercial driver’s license (CDL) or drivers upgrading their current CDL
Regulations Covered: Unit A1.1.6 Backing and Docking
Language: English
Copyright Date: 2022
Course Length: 21 minutes
Product Code: 65294
