Lesson 1Tyre and wheel check: tread, pressure levels, nut tightness, and side damage signsLearn how to check tyres and wheels for safe driving, including tread depth, air levels, matching, side and edge damage, valve parts, rims, and nuts, so you spot faults before they cause road stops.
Measuring tread depth and wear patternsCorrect tire pressure ranges and checksSidewall, bead, and valve stem damage signsRim, wheel, and hub inspection proceduresLug nut torque, looseness, and rust trailsLesson 2Cab checks: tools, measures, seat belts, steering, horn, air system, mirrors, and sight toolsUnderstand how to check all cab parts before driving, including measures, warning lights, steering looseness, foot pedals, seat belts, mirrors, air system, and sight helps, making sure cab is safe, legal, and okay for work.
Instrument panel and warning light checksAir, oil pressure, and temperature gaugesSteering free play and pedal operationSeat belt condition and proper adjustmentMirror, camera, and visibility device setupHVAC, wipers, washers, and horn testsLesson 3Lights and power: front lights, back lights, turn signs, side lights and wire checksLook at how to check lights and power systems, including front lights, turn signs, stop and side lights, reflectors, wires, and joins, to make sure sight, road talk, and legal follow.
Headlight, high beam, and fog light checksBrake, turn signal, and hazard lightsMarker, clearance, and identification lightsReflectors, conspicuity tape, and platesWiring harness routing and chafing pointsConnectors, corrosion, and ground issuesLesson 4Air brake basics: tanks, pump, controller, pipes, hand joins, and warning signsGet a good understanding of big truck air brake systems, including pump, tanks, controller, pipes, valves, and parts, and learn how to do push, leak, and low air warning tests before trip.
Air compressor, drive, and mounting checksReservoirs, drains, and moisture controlGovernor cut‑in and cut‑out verificationService, parking, and emergency brake testsAir lines, hoses, and glad hand inspectionLow‑air warning and spring brake activationLesson 5Paper check: licence, health paper, permissions, logbook/electronic device, insurance, and shipping papersLearn how to check all needed driver and vehicle papers before leaving, including CDL, health card, permissions, papers, insurance, and logbook or electronic records, stopping fines, waits, and out-of-service orders.
CDL class, endorsements, and restrictionsMedical certificate validity and copiesVehicle registration and license platesPermits, oversize, and fuel tax documentsInsurance cards and proof of coverageLogbook or ELD status and supporting docsLesson 6Step-by-step outside walk: frame, springs, base, support gear, and join partsMaster a step-by-step outside walk that covers frame, springs, wheels, support gear, join parts, fuel system, and body parts, making sure no big fault is missed before road use.
Front of tractor: bumper, grille, and hoodSide checks: doors, steps, and fuel tanksFrame, crossmembers, and exhaust systemSuspension, springs, airbags, and shocksAxles, hubs, and visible leak detectionTrailer body, doors, and roof conditionLesson 7Join system checks: main pin, fifth wheel lock, safety hooks, and trailer support gearUnderstand how to check the join system between truck and trailer, including main pin, fifth wheel, lock jaws, release handle, safety tools, and support gear, to stop trailer break and unsafe driving.
Kingpin wear, damage, and alignmentFifth wheel mounting, tilt, and conditionLocking jaws, pins, and safety latchRelease handle position and securityAir and electrical line support and slackLanding gear structure and crank operation
