Hazardous Weather Driving for Commercial Vehicle Operators


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level



Overview/Description

This course is designed to help commercial vehicle operators deal with hazards they may encounter when driving in bad weather conditions and address emergencies. In this course, you’ll cover the precautions for driving in rain, snow, fog, and windy conditions. You’ll also explore the correct methods to regain control if your vehicle hydroplanes or is caught in a skid.

This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.



Target Audience
Operators of commercial vehicles and other large trucks

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.7

Lesson Objectives

Hazardous Weather Driving for Commercial Vehicle Operators

  • Hazardous Weather Driving for Commercial Vehicle Operators
  • recognize the precautions you should take when driving during rain and thunderstorms
  • recognize techniques for dealing with a hydroplane
  • Knowledge Check: Wet Weather Driving and Hydroplanes
  • recognize the precautions you should take when driving in snowy conditions
  • recognize how to install single truck tire snow chains on the correct tires
  • recognize how to handle different types of skids
  • Knowledge Check: Driving in Snow and Handling Skids
  • recognize the precautions you should take when driving in foggy conditions
  • recognize the precautions you should take when driving in windy conditions
  • Knowledge Check: Driving in Fog and Wind
  • Course Number:
    ehs_hsf_f17_sh_enus

    Expertise Level
    Everyone