Procedure Flashcards
Which of the following steps do you perform after you raise and secure the landing gear?
A. perform tug test to check connection
B. supply air to trailer and test service brake
C. visual inspection of fifth wheel connection
D. attach air and electric lines to trailer
B. supply air to trailer and test service brake
After the jaws lock when coupling, you should:
perform tug test, then visually confirm coupling is secure
The main reason you should check under the hood is:
to verify fluid levels
When backing up the tractor to couple with the trailer, you must:
ensure the fifth wheel slot is in line with the trailer kingpin
Three of the following activities are considered on-duty, which one is off-duty?
A. time spent in a sleeper berth
B. driving
C. loading and unloading
D. performing a daily inspection
A. time spent in a sleeper berth
When your wheels have been in for service, it is important that you:
have the securement rechecked after driving between 80km and 160km
To ensure brakes are functioning normally, you should test the brakes:
immediately after the vehicle is underway
When uncoupling a trailer, after having lowered the landing gear you should:
disconnect air and electrical connections and stow them
The main reason you should check under the hood is:
to verify fluid levels
When a daily log is required, you must track:
all duty status time
When uncoupling, the landing gear should:
be lowered onto firm ground
The key principle in loading any cargo on a commercial vehicle is to ensure:
load is balanced for safety and vehicle stability
If you are required to hook up a trailer at a remote location, you must:
perform a daily inspection on the trailer before operating the vehicle
After coupling, if any space appears between the upper plate of the trailer and fifth wheel, this indicates that:
coupling not secure
When reversing to couple a trailer, the fifth wheel opening must be in direct line with:
the trailer kingpin
