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This course covers the following information:

Backing Basics and "Alley Dock" Backing and Parking... for CMV Drivers: The Basics of Backing addresses:

  • Why backing up a CMV can be dangerous to you and others around you.
  • What you should do to safely back up a CMV.
  • The limitations of backup cameras and why you can't rely on them alone.
  • What to do if your CMV starts "drifting" while you are backing up.

Backing Basics and "Alley Dock" Backing and Parking... for CMV Drivers: Alley Dock Backing and Parking... Setting Up addresses:

  • What "alley dock" backing and parking is and when you should use it.
  • The steps you should take to safely execute alley dock backing and parking.
  • The hazards that are associated with alley dock backing and parking and how to avoid them.
  • How to choose and position a "spotter".

Backing Basics and "Alley Dock" Backing and Parking... for CMV Drivers: Alley Dock Backing and Parking... The Process addresses:

  • How to safely use the "alley dock" backing and parking technique at either a 90 or 45 angle.
  • The hazards associated with "alley dock" backing and parking and how to navigate them.
  • What to do when your vehicle drifts or moves "off course" while "alley dock" backing and parking.
  • What "jacking" is and its role in "alley dock" backing and parking.