ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training Entry Level Driver Training Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections 1

Question 1

During a post-trip inspection, which document must the driver complete at the end of each driving day?

Accepted Answer

Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)

Answer

Commercial Driver's Log (CDL)

Answer

Hours of Service Record (HOS)

Answer

Bill of Lading (BOL)

Question 2

When inspecting the steering components during a pre-trip inspection, what is the maximum allowable free play (lash) in the steering wheel for a vehicle with a steering wheel diameter of 18 inches or less?

Accepted Answer

2 inches

Answer

1.5 inches

Answer

2.5 inches

Answer

3 inches

Question 3

During a pre-trip inspection of the braking system, which component stores compressed air to power the brakes on an air brake-equipped vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Air tanks (reservoirs)

Answer

Brake drums

Answer

Slack adjusters

Answer

Brake chambers

Question 4

What should a driver do if a defect found during a post-trip inspection is listed on the DVIR as needing repair before the vehicle is driven again?

Accepted Answer

Certify on the next DVIR that the defect has been repaired or is not safety-related before driving

Answer

Drive the vehicle only short distances until it can be repaired

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Continue driving as long as the defect does not worsen

Answer

Report the defect verbally to dispatch and proceed with the route

Question 5

During a pre-trip inspection of the coupling system on a combination vehicle, what must the driver verify about the fifth wheel locking jaws?

Accepted Answer

They are fully closed and locked around the kingpin

Answer

They are greased and move freely

Answer

They are open to allow proper trailer movement

Answer

They are positioned at least 2 inches from the kingpin

Question 6

Which of the following lighting defects found during a pre-trip inspection would place a vehicle out of service under FMCSA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

A required brake light on the rear of the vehicle is inoperative

Answer

One non-required clearance light is inoperative

Answer

A non-required interior cab light is burned out

Answer

An optional amber courtesy light is missing