FFD Numbers 25% Flashcards

1
Q

Between 1980 and 1990 the number of licensed motor carriers more than double to over ___

1

A

40,000

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At war’s end, over ___ ___ heavy duty trucks were being utilized by the government and the private sector

1

A

one million

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Q

Championships Eligibility Rules

To compete in the championships the driver shall have driven and performed the duties of a professional truck driver for ____ out of the 12 months prior to entry.

1

A

11

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4
Q

The FAST Act is the first law enacted in over ___ ___ that provides long-term funding certainty for surface transportation

1

A

ten years

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5
Q

Over the next ___ years, the original portion of one of the greatest U.S. engineering achievements was completed.

1

A

35 years
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Q

Significant Legislation

For over ____ years, the US and Mexico struggled to implement NAFTA trucking provisions.

1

A

15

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Hours of Service

The rule prohibits driving if ___ hours or more have elaped since the driver’s last off duty period of at least 30 minutes

A

8

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8
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Hours of Service 2018

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9
Q

Hard evidence shows that, each year, safety belt prevent 15,700 fatalities, _____(N) serious injuries

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350,000

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Q

Hard evidence shows that, each year, safety belt prevent 15,700 fatalities, 350,000 serious injuries, and ___(N) billion in costs associated with trafic injuries and deaths

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67 billion

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11
Q

According to FMCSA part _____, prior to beginning a driving shift or every time a CMV driver changes equipment during a shift

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396.13

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12
Q

FMCSA Part ____ requires a post-trip inspection and report.

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396.11

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13
Q

Walking Working Surfaces Standard

Repairs/ Assembly Pits: In situation where there are two or more pits (not more than 10 feet deep) in common area and are not more than 15 feet apart, OSHA requires contrasting floor makings at least ___ feet from the pit edge around the entire area of the pits

A

six

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14
Q

One third of all fatal crashes due to speed to fast for conditions or excess of the posted speed limit costs Americans approximately_____ billion in economic costs each year

A

27.7 Billion

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15
Q

An ATRI study, updated in 2011, found that speeding 15 mph over the speed limit increased the likelihood of a crash ___%

A

67

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16
Q

According to FHWA, speeding-traveling too fast for conditions or in excess of the posted speed limit -is a factor in almost ____-___ of all fatal crashes and costs American approximately $27.7 billion in economic costs each year

A

one-third

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17
Q

Many experts say that drivers should check mirrors every ___ to __ seconds and continually monitor traffic patterns around the vehicle

A

5 to 8

Book page 44

18
Q

When using a spotter, have the spotter wear a

safety vest and walk around the vehicle and

check all clearance levels, distances and hazards;

then position the spotter at least ___ feet from the vehicle and in such a way that he can clearly see the driver and the driver can clearly see the spotter

A

8

Book page 46

19
Q

The cargo securement standard for vehicles with a gross weight rating over 10,000 lbs. requires that cargo must be secured to withstand a force in left, and right direction of ___ (50% of the weight of the cargo)

A

.5 g.

Book page 48

20
Q

Vehicles traveling at a speed of about 40 mph on a ramp posted for 25 mph can produce a lateral force up to about ___ g.

A

.5

Book page 48

21
Q

Defensive Driving 2018

A
22
Q

On ___ ___ ___ (M)(D)(Y) all 50 states are in full compliance with the REAL ID act

A

September 10, 2020

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23
Q

What is this signs and symptoms of

  1. Sudden, sharp chest pain that begins or worsens with a deep breath or a cough, often accompanied by shortness of breath
  2. Sudden, unexplained shortness of breath, even without pain
  3. Cough that may produce blood-streaked sputum (coughed up saliva or mucus)
  4. Rapid heartbeat
  5. Anxiety and excessive perspiration
A

Pulmonary Embolism

Book page 123

24
Q

What is first aid treatment for cuts or scrapes (8)

A
  1. Stop the bleeding
  2. Clean the wound
  3. Apply an antibiotic
  4. Cover the wound
  5. Change the dressing
  6. Get stitches for deep wounds
  7. Watch for infection
  8. Get a tetanus shot

Page 126-127

25
Q

What should the First Aid provider do in cases of severe bleeding

(there 8)

A
  1. Sanitize your hands
  2. Lie the injured person down
  3. While wearing gloves, remove any loose debris from wound
  4. Apply pressure directly on the wound
  5. Maintain pressure until the bleeding stops
  6. Do not remove the gauze or bandage
  7. Squeeze a main artery if necessary
  8. Immobilize the injured body part once the bleeding has stopped

Book page 139-140

26
Q

The information listed in the First Aid section was gathered from what websites

(There is 5)

A
  1. mayoclinic.com
  2. webmd.com
  3. ameriburn.org
  4. heart.org
  5. emedicinehealth.com

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27
Q

Significant Legislation

Under the direction of the ____ ___, FMCSA created drug and alcohol clearinghouse, made mandatory the adoption and use of Electronic Logging Devices, develop entry-level driver training requirements, and created rules regarding the improvement of visibility on agricultural equipment on public roads

A

FAST Act

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28
Q

States must report any HM transportation permitting fee changes to DOT every ____.

A

2 years

Book page 89

29
Q

Physical symptoms of a drug overdose vary with the drug type. They include: (there 10 )

A
  1. Abnormal breathing
  2. Slurred speech
  3. Lack of coordination
  4. Slow or rapid pulse
  5. Low or elevated body temperature
  6. Enlarged or small eye pupils
  7. Reddish face
  8. Heavy sweating
  9. Drowsiness
  10. Delusions and / or hallucinations

Book page 135

30
Q

Barring an immediate life-threatening situation, what actions must be taken by the first aid provider before moving a patient?

A
  1. Care for breathing, circulation and hemorrhaging
  2. Dress wounds
  3. Immobilize fractures

Book page 144

31
Q

___ Celsius is 464 Degree Fahrenheit

A

240

Book page 100

32
Q

Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP)

The voluntary screening tool provides driver records containing the most recent _ years of all reportable crash data

A

5 years

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33
Q

Medical Certificates

___ ____ are required to self-certify the type of driving they are doing (interstate vs .intrastate) and, submit their medical examiner’s certificate to their State Drivers Licensing Agency.

A

CDL drivers

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34
Q

_____ ____ pain is harmless and is associated with pain and tenderness in and around the cartilage that connects ribs to the breastbone

A

Chest Wall

Book page 124

35
Q

In 2021 the trucking industry hauled ____% of all freight transported in the U.S.

A

72.2%

36
Q

What was ELDS called in 2010

A

Electronic On-Board Recorders

Book page 41

37
Q

Significant Legislation

Who was established to disperse funds for state enforcement of CMV safety and hazardous materials regulations.

A

Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP)

Book page 10

38
Q

Driver Qualifications/paperwork/Rules

What is the letter that corresponds with a tank endorsement?

A

N

Book page 32