Lesson 1Fluid and powertrain checks: engine oil, coolant, transmission, final drives, hydraulic oil and fuel level verificationThis part explains checking engine oil, coolant, transmission and hydraulic fluids, final drives and fuel levels, stressing right levels, dirt signs, and leaks to keep the powertrain safe from harm.
Check engine oil level and contaminationInspect coolant level, color and hosesVerify transmission fluid level and odorCheck hydraulic oil tank, filters and leaksInspect final drives and fuel tank areaLesson 2Pre-start test run: start-up procedures, warm-up checks, instrumentation verification and test of retarders and service brakesThis part guides you through a safe pre-start test run, with proper start-up, warm-up checks, instrument checks, and testing service brakes, park brake and retarders before joining traffic.
Follow safe engine start-up sequenceAllow warm-up and monitor idle readingsVerify all gauges and warning indicatorsTest steering, transmission and drivelineConduct low-speed brake and retarder testLesson 3Exterior checks: lights, mirrors, windshield condition, beacons, hydraulic lines and hoses inspectionThis part covers walk-around checks outside, including lights, mirrors, glass, beacons, reflectors, body panels, hydraulic lines and hoses, checking for damage, leaks or blocks that could make operation unsafe.
Inspect headlights, brake and turn lightsCheck beacons, reflectors and markersInspect windshield, wipers and washerVerify mirror mounts and cleanlinessCheck hydraulic lines, hoses and fittingsLesson 4Body, tailgate and load restraints: hoist/rams, body floor integrity, tailgate latches and safety propsThis part details checking the dump body, tailgate and load systems, including hoist cylinders, body floor, sidewalls, tailgate latches and safety props to avoid body failures and load spills.
Inspect hoist cylinders, pins and hosesCheck body floor, sidewalls and linersVerify tailgate hinges, latches and sealsInspect safety props and body locksCheck load covers, chains and tie-downsLesson 5Tires and wheel assemblies: tread, cuts, inflation, lug nuts, rim condition and spare handlingThis part focuses on checking tyres and wheel assemblies, including tread wear, cuts, air pressure, lug nut tightness, rim damage and safe spare handling to prevent blowouts, separations and wheel losses.
Inspect tire tread depth and wear patternCheck for cuts, bulges and embedded objectsVerify tire inflation with approved gaugeInspect rims, flanges and valve stemsCheck lug nuts for looseness or damageLesson 6Safety devices and PPE: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, lockout/tagout, roll-over protection, proximity detection systems and signageThis part explains verifying safety gear and PPE, including fire extinguishers, first aid kits, lockout/tagout tools, ROPS, proximity detection systems and safety signs to be ready for emergencies.
Check fire extinguisher charge and mountingInspect first aid kit contents and sealsVerify lockout and tagout devices on boardInspect ROPS structure and labelsTest proximity detection and alarmsLesson 7Cab checks: controls, gauges, seat restraints, mirrors, horn, communication radio and visibility devicesThis part covers step-by-step cab checks, including driving controls, gauges, seat belts, mirrors, horns, radios, and visibility aids to make sure you can drive the truck safely before moving.
Check steering, pedals and gear selectorsVerify gauges, warning lights and alarmsInspect seat, belt and seat adjustment locksAdjust mirrors and clean glass surfacesTest horn, radio and backup cameraLesson 8Brake system inspection: service brakes, park brake, retarder/engine brake functionality, air system tests, brake pad and drum conditionThis part shows how to check dump truck brakes, including service, park and retarder functions, air tests, and visual checks of pads, drums and lines for reliable stopping power.
Check service brake pedal travel and feelTest park brake holding on gradeVerify retarder or engine brake responsePerform air system leak and cut-in testsInspect brake pads, drums and lines
