Truck Driving Refresher Training
If you are a qualified truck driver with an up-to-date commercial driving license (CDL), there could still be reasons why you may need to take a truck driver refresher course. If you were laid off or took a diversion into another career for some time, you may need to brush up on your driving skills. The Department of Transportation does not state that it is compulsory to do this; however, for many employers and insurance companies, it is a requirement if you have been away from driving for extended periods of time.
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First Job
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After the successful completion of the initial training course, some employers require new recruits to take a 20-hour refresher course reinforcing everything learned during initial training. This is to ensure that new drivers are fully confident and safe behind the wheel.
20-Hour Refresher
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If you have been away from driving for under a year but over six months, your employer may require you to take a 20-hour refresher course before officially putting you on the payroll. The course will involve a lot of time in the classroom refreshing your memory on fundamental subjects such as log book requirements, driving procedures, rules for securing loads and important legislation. Some courses include some practice driving time in addition to the coursework.
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40-Hour Refresher
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Employers may require you to take a 40-hour refresher or retraining course if you have been away for more than one year and you still have a valid CDL license. The course will cover all of the legal and theoretical aspects of truck driving and will provide a lot of time spent behind the wheel to brush up on any driving skills that may have deteriorated in your time off.
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