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    How to become a truck driver in 2022

    It’s not as simple as when I earned my CDL
    RoosterBy RoosterAugust 23, 2022No Comments2 Mins Read
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    It’s been a long time since 2005, when I earned my commercial driver’s license. New rules and regulations are in place now that require some form of formal training. You cannot just show up with dad’s truck and take the test.

    Time to get to know FMCSA Part 380: Special training requirements

    When I obtained my CDL there were no nuclear verdicts or billboards for lawyers targeting trucking accidents every mile. 

    Now, new aspirants seeking a CDL have to undergo training and certification to obtain an Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) certificate. This training must be performed in accordance with federal guidelines listed in 49 CFR Part 380 Subpart F. 

    Much like other industrial training courses, you have to find certified trainers and training schools now. Thankfully, there is a website that has a registry of certified schools. 

    What to expect at truck driving school

    Here’s a Q&A from J.J. Keller about what’s new in the new ELDT laws. – YouTube: J.J. Keller

    Truck driving school is similar to most post-secondary school experiences. It is a combination of book learning and testing to make sure you have a “theory” of how trucking laws are implemented. 

    You use both computer simulators and trucks on a training course to learn physical skills. Yes, you will actually use some of the algebra you complained about in high school to learn proper backing skills.

    After a while, and when instructors feel safe, they will take you out on the road and put you in real-world situations dealing with traffic, tight turns, and close-quarter maneuvering environments such as loading docks.

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, or FMCSA, has built a slideshow of how the new ELDT training is helping build a better generation of truck drivers. You can view the information by following this link. 

    Drivers that obtain their ELDT certificates will then be able to go to a local driver services center and obtain their CDL license. After obtaining employment as a driver, new drivers should receive further training by the company to verify their skills and competence. 

    Truck driving can be a great adventure and is a rewarding career. I was an over-the-road driver for over 15 years and enjoyed the experiences. Let’s see how this new training program helps develop the newest generation of truckers.


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