CMV Driving Responsibilities

About the Training

Operating a commercial vehicle carries responsibilities that go beyond holding a CDL. This training frames the driver’s duty to stay focused and distraction-free, setting the professional standard expected behind the wheel of a heavy vehicle.

What You'll Learn

  • Describe the commercial driver’s responsibility to stay focused
  • Identify the distractions that most threaten safe operation
  • Explain how cell phones and devices compromise control
  • Commit to the professional standards expected of a CMV operator

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