A BBB Review of CDL College

<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">We appreciate <a href="http://www.bbb.org/denver/business-reviews/truck-driver-training/cdl-college-in-commerce-city-co-90098711" target="_blank">this review</a> on the BBB website.</span></span><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Dear CDL College,</span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV468fxXxIX0Vo0vlznDFZUr-wqYQZzWxMEw7fI3tDY0GBkJZsUqag3_kQQA-blq5YJIQ1-fLzLl0becx5XIPnA9Qq7DvsZItFnqkVpnLYUroYOwEpQxP5h3xxwxlwihimnqkD8_C7fvU/s1600/bbb.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="background-color: white;"><img alt="BBB Review" border="0" height="54" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV468fxXxIX0Vo0vlznDFZUr-wqYQZzWxMEw7fI3tDY0GBkJZsUqag3_kQQA-blq5YJIQ1-fLzLl0becx5XIPnA9Qq7DvsZItFnqkVpnLYUroYOwEpQxP5h3xxwxlwihimnqkD8_C7fvU/s1600/bbb.jpg" title="http://cdlcollege.com" width="200" /></span></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">I have been to several truck driving schools which is elementary. Some truck driving schools will charge you an arm and a leg and your first born. They waste your time talking about their own experiences which will cause you to lose interest and self-motivation; bog you down with a lot of paperwork on Standard Knowledge Exams which you will forget within 30 days. They also charge you a large tuition plus want you to pay for a Drivers Hand Bag which requires 20 different items to buy for example; putty knife, grease gun (pistol grip), and bailing wire. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">CDL College is for the professional minded individual with hands on approach. CDL College won’t bog you down with unnecessary paperwork that could set you up for failure. Then you will have to pay an additional fee to repeat the course. Some of the truck driving schools I have interviewed with were all Caucasian. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">At CDL College, I met people from different countries such as Barbados, Honduras, Mexico, Haiti, Africa as well as Black and Caucasian. There are at least seven trainers who are diversified as well. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">The staff at CDL College are all on the same page which is about you succeeding in your career. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">You will have staff members like </span></span><br /> <br /> <ul> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Gary Green who is the Operating Manager </span></li> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Mike White who is the Oil & Gas Manager </span></li> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Daryl who is the Pre-Trip Instructor </span></li> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Rob who trains in all aspect of trucking </span></li> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Brian who works in the front office </span></li> <li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Greg DeBaggis who introduced me to the owner, Eric Haney. </span></li> </ul> <br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">When I met Eric, we sat in his office and started talking and realized he is a down to earth person. As we spoke, he informed me he was for the drivers and their safety. His whole staff reflects the same image. Eric informed me he was raised in the trucking industry. His father started their first trucking company in Salt Lake City, Utah. Eric took me around the whole campus so I can see exactly what they do at CDL College. Every student was occupied with either working in the computer lab at their own pace, or doing hands on pre-trip training for example; five students were in the docking area where a truck was disassembled so they could see the parts of what moves the brake assembly, the steering system components, plus in cab air brake procedures. Other students were practicing straight backing, offset backing, parallel backing, and dock backing. How many owners will take the time out of their day to show you what they do? </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">You may think this will cost you an arm and a leg and your first born. But, CDL College has different plans for you that will make it affordable. At CDL College, you are going to be driving in new trucks; automatic, 10 speed, real school buses, and real delivery trucks. Whatever driving professions you will be working in, they have the equipment for you to succeed in that field. The whole staff is dedicated for you to succeed and excel in being a safe, professional driver. </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Jay Hill</span><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre;"> </span><span style="font-size: 14px;"> </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Professional long-haul driver </span></span><br /> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Ubuntu, Tahoma, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Currently attending CDL College, refresher course.</span></span>

A BBB Review of CDL College

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Mike White Says....

<p dir="ltr">COMMERCE CITY – Local truck driving instructors say drowsiness can give drivers the same impairment as alcohol.<br> "You're wasted," said Mike White, an instructor at CDL College in Commerce City. "It's like sitting at a bar all day."<br> Over the weekend, police say a truck driver in New Jersey hit a vehicle, killing one man and seriously injuring actor Tracy Morgan. A criminal complaint filed against the driver said he had been awake for 24 hours at the time of the crash.<br> White drove trucks for 15 years before becoming an instructor, and said he has felt fatigue behind the wheel.<br> "Your body just starts to shut down, because you're not doing something," White said. "A couple of times, it felt like I was bouncing my head off the steering wheel and almost rear ended a guy out on the freeway."<br> An Australian study found drivers who hadn't slept in 24 hours suffered impairment equal to a blood alcohol level of 0.1, above the legal limit.<br> It is tough to tell how many accidents are caused by drowsy drivers each year, since there is really no tool to determine it. The National Sleep Foundation estimates more than 100,000 crashes are caused by fatigue each year, leading to more than 1,500 deaths.<br> Commercial drivers were among those the NSF said were at risk for fatigued driving. But a poll from the organization found 60 percent of all drivers admitted to getting behind the wheel without enough sleep.<br> (KUSA-TV © 2014 Multimedia Holdings Corporation)</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="http:// http://www.9news.com/story/news/health/2014/06/09/drowsy-driving-as-dangerous-as-drunk-driving/10265773/">http://www.9news.com/story/news/health/2014/06/09/drowsy-driving-as-dangerous-as-drunk-driving/10265773/</a></p>

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Greg DeBaggis of CDL College says...

<p dir="ltr">KUSA - Monday, startling details emerged about the crash early Saturday morning that killed comic James McNair and critically injured three others, including actor Tracy Morgan. The criminal complaint against the Walmart truck driver accused of causing the crash, says he was awake for more than 24 hours before it happened.<br> The limousine Morgan was riding in was part of a chain reaction crash on the New Jersey turnpike early Saturday morning. According to investigators, truck driver Kevin Roper didn't notice traffic slowing ahead and swerved at the last minute to avoid a crash. Roper's semi slammed into the back of Morgan's limo bus and several other vehicles.<br> Roper, who lives in Jonesboro, Georgia, has been charged with one count of death by auto and four counts of assault by auto. He is out on a $50,000 bond.<br> If Roper was awake for more than 24 hours before the crash, he is in violation of Federal Motor Carrier Administration rules.<br> Changes that took effect on July 1, 2013 require commercial truck drivers to take a 10 hour break between shifts. Those breaks must include at least 8 hours of sleep and 2 hours of rest. In addition, while they can work for 14 hours, only 11 of those hours can be driving.<br> Greg DeBaggis, a veteran truck driver and safety instructor at CDL College in Commerce City says that driving without the right amount of rest is almost as bad as driving drunk.<br> "Many studies have shown that 24 hours without sleep is equated to a .08 blood alcohol concentration for impairment, so you can take it from there. Someone who hasn't slept in that long is impaired," explains DeBaggis.<br> Data from the National Transportation Safety Board confirms just how dangerous drowsy driving can be. In 1990, the agency reported that fatigue probably caused more than half of crashes leading to truck drivers' deaths. And for each of those truck driver fatalities, they say another three or people are killed.<br> For DeBaggis, driving a tractor-trailer safely isn't just about rules, it's about respecting the responsibility of driving an 80,000 pound vehicle.<br> "I'm driving a vehicle that I could take out a family. One mistake, one attitude, error – not sleeping enough – just being in a bad mood, I could kill multiple people with a semi and everyone should take it that seriously," DeBaggis said.<br></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="http:// http://www.9news.com/story/news/2014/06/09/driver-in-tracy-morgan-crash-awake-more-than-24-hours/10256899/">http://www.9news.com/story/news/2014/06/09/driver-in-tracy-morgan-crash-awake-more-than-24-hours/10256899</a>/</p> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOiTcrsi8uvysp6Si3M3KLr9fuPVzTyiEALtqRnB-76bX6DIA2T_z0U4wsUGWxfqEtEsgBzUEf3qMK6K49AsptqwKzcuNCgiV-9pD_craSFFeRWIP20LT1HT7KcE3aVV-qX8wCcM6ppoM/s1600/download_20140609_155806.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"> <img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOiTcrsi8uvysp6Si3M3KLr9fuPVzTyiEALtqRnB-76bX6DIA2T_z0U4wsUGWxfqEtEsgBzUEf3qMK6K49AsptqwKzcuNCgiV-9pD_craSFFeRWIP20LT1HT7KcE3aVV-qX8wCcM6ppoM/s640/download_20140609_155806.jpeg"> </a> </div>

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9 News: Interviews CDL College about Tracy Morgan

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9 News: Interviewed CDL College's Safety Expert, Greg DeBaggis about Tracy Morgan's crash.

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Only Certified Medical Examiners From Here on Out

On or after May 21, 2014, only Medical Professionals who are on the National Registry can do DOT physicals for CDL holders. You will need a DOT Physical before you can receive  <a href="http://www.garysjobboard.com/" target="_blank">CDL A Jobs</a>.<br /> <br /> The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) was developed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to improve highway safety and driver health by requiring that medical examiners be trained and certified to effectively determine whether a CMV driver meets FMCSA’s physical qualification standards.<br /> <br /> Effective May 21, 2014, per 49 CFR 391.42, only those medical examiners who are on the National Registry can perform DOT physicals for CDL holders. If a CDL holder submits a DOT medical certificate to the DMV that was done by a non-certified medical examiner and it was done after May 21, 2014, the DMV will not be able to accept the document. The individual will be required to get a new DOT physical that was done by a registered medical examiner.  This change only affects DOT physicals that are done on or after May 21, 2014. Any DOT physical that was done prior to May 21, 2014 will still be valid until its expiration date.<br /> <br /> As a reminder, per 49 CFR 391.23(m)(B), it is the employers responsibility to verify that any DOT physical<br /> performed on or after May 21, 2014 was done my a registered medical examiner . Additionally, per 49 CFR 391.51(6), the employer must put a note in the employees Driver Qualification file that the verification was done and when it was done.<br /> <br /> For more information about the National Registry of Medical Examiners please click on the following link.<br /> https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov<br /> <br /> To verify if a medical examiner is on the registry, using the same link, search for Colorado, then on the next search screen there will be a field to search by examiner name or examiner number.<br /> <br /> Please note that nothing has changed regarding the driver medical qualification requirements in 391.41.<br /> The National Registry only applies to CDL holders and does not apply to commercial drivers who are not required to hold a CDL.<br /> <br /> Below is a sample of the new DOT medical certificate that has a field for the examiners assigned National Registry Number. At this time you can disregard the Intrastate only and CDL fields. These fields will be used for future DOT enhancements.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFAiQuoIaYE569A-bMlNztpUHmlCDgzPhYD_YnlAnTW4O5UbZVmgOHIhuDzAIkrLjcA1OC0TqY_58iIaiGfp1FYwe3ylmnvzKsCAnuO75jebgRuFwezLesCpuLk0-12etaN7EW_K-VG4E/s1600/Medical+Card.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="DOT Medical Card" border="0" height="417" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFAiQuoIaYE569A-bMlNztpUHmlCDgzPhYD_YnlAnTW4O5UbZVmgOHIhuDzAIkrLjcA1OC0TqY_58iIaiGfp1FYwe3ylmnvzKsCAnuO75jebgRuFwezLesCpuLk0-12etaN7EW_K-VG4E/s1600/Medical+Card.png" title="http://cdlcollege.com" width="640" /></a></div> <br />

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New Grads

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This is Awesome! Does it Count as Intermodal Training?

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Polar Vortex and Harsh Weather Affecting Businesses Around The Country

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Fixed-Object Incidents-Retraining and Counter Measures

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4024907589034054959" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="" /></a></div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">A driver that is involved in a close quarters accident should go through some type of retraining. Driving in a city environment is a challenge for the driver. Lack of attention and limited peripheral vision impede the driver's ability to maneuver around fixed objects. Fixed-Object Incidents (FOI) are not the most costly incidents for a company; but, they are the most numerous. FOI show a pattern of inattentiveness and lack of peripheral vision on behalf of a driver. A driver should be given training immediately following a FOI for four reasons:</span><br /> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span> <br /> <ol><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYrinNKt2xpXlkMvLd_-n0uB1YdW9lmmP0OV2GmkIEDA9BUUzERrHNpTqtwg0aGQAQwKlMlDh-CGU4IQz3pothGWC1LEkdJ9zHys3pZzXJZRvXWweOnOUhpra93IFuxbdMRWKe332ii-U/s1600/DSCN0007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYrinNKt2xpXlkMvLd_-n0uB1YdW9lmmP0OV2GmkIEDA9BUUzERrHNpTqtwg0aGQAQwKlMlDh-CGU4IQz3pothGWC1LEkdJ9zHys3pZzXJZRvXWweOnOUhpra93IFuxbdMRWKe332ii-U/s1600/DSCN0007.JPG" width="320" /></span></a> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">An attempt to increase the driver's awareness to prevent future FOI. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">An attempt to reduce the risk of a future catastrophic incident. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Counter Measures-Providing training to a driver after a FOI shows the FMCSA, insurance companies and (god forbid) a litigating attorney the willingness of the carrier to invest in training and the willingness to promote a culture of safety. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Providing training to a driver, after a FOI, spreads throughout the driver population. The drivers may start a dialogue amongst themselves about the best practices regarding close quarters maneuvering. The drivers may even discuss <i>hotspots </i> on their local routes. They may share tips about how to approach specific stops along their routes. A driver dialogue is the best source way to prevent a FOI. </span></li> </ol> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">I have outlined our training outline for Fixed-Object Incidents below. Training is performed in a simulator, classroom and through live demonstrations while practicing on the driving range. In-the-field training (on location) can be added if desired. </span><br /> <div> <b><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Space Management in Tight Quarters</b> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Learning Objectives</b> <b>Discussion/Classroom</b> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Peripheral Vision</b> </span></div> <div> <ol> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">How to calculate a safe distance by using peripheral vision; while operating within inches of other vehicles and/or objects. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">How to operate under a variety of circumstances by applying the Proximity-Interval Method. -Discuss appropriate space-management techniques used to manage the space around a vehicle when encountering a variety of hazards. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Applying the Proximity-Interval Method. Discuss the limitations of mirrors and applying Proximity-Interval Method.</span></li> </ol> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b><b>Zen and the Art of Close Quarters</b>. </span></div> <div> <ol> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Keeping awareness alive at all times to prevent FOI. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Driving in narrow areas requires more mirror checks and attention to lane position -Read the situation. Scan at least 12-15 feet behind and to the sides of the vehicle. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Drive or Back to the right. Drive or Back slightly to the right of center for better visibility in tight places. Avoid the blind side at all costs. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Reduce your speed. If you see an approaching hazard:: reduce speed for more reaction time </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Realign the vehicle. Re-position the vehicle to lessen impact or prevent a collision.</span></li> </ol> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b><b>In Practice</b> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Simulation-Narrow Berths</b> </span></div> <div> <ol> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Demonstrate the ability to manage a space cushion around the vehicle when encountering typical hazards during simulation. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Navigating narrow alleys, customer parking lots and retail establishments during simulation. </span></li> </ol> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b><b>Live Demonstration</b> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>On the Driving Range</b> </span></div> <div> <ol><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ04hejoHiv4sIeg2MdRgKkB9WzUbnhYV_lKk7LrY4ijcErSxxocP0gHxNzCB2XKYcUe56BEqHBTFXW3TKzVIrBXBqriYseA747N1T1n-sc_5Dj8yQZPvxnmu_dp58gVc1sqxlijTQ5d0/s1600/L1010925.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ04hejoHiv4sIeg2MdRgKkB9WzUbnhYV_lKk7LrY4ijcErSxxocP0gHxNzCB2XKYcUe56BEqHBTFXW3TKzVIrBXBqriYseA747N1T1n-sc_5Dj8yQZPvxnmu_dp58gVc1sqxlijTQ5d0/s1600/L1010925.JPG" width="320" /></span></a> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Demonstrate the fallability of mirrors. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Best Practices while backing </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Judging distance while looking backwards. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Move your body for  better vision. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">This not a timed event! Get out of the vehicle. </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Speed and its effect on backing. </span></li> </ol> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br />This course takes 4 hours. Groups of 2 or less are preferred and has a cost of $520/per a group of 2. No discount is given for less than 2 drivers. A certificate will be issued for the driver's file (counter measures). </span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div> <div> <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Contact us at 303-367-1030 or visit <a href="http://cdlcollege.com/Contact_Us" target="_blank">CDL College</a><a href="http://cdlcollege.com/Contact_Us"></a> to schedule. Please reference Fixed Object Incident Training.</span><br /> <div> </div> </div>

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COLORADO WINTER DRIVING

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Colorado State Patrol and CDL College holding weekly DOT classes, presented by Trooper Thomas

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Vision Waiver for CDL License-Colorado

Every once in awhile someone asks how to obtain a CDL if they have vision problems. It is possible to get a CDL with a vision waiver from the Colorado State Patrol. The first step is to obtain the paperwork. Here is a link to the files. <a href="http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?blobcol=urldata&blobheadername1=Content-Disposition&blobheadername2=Content-Type&blobheadervalue1=inline%3B+filename%3D%22Apply+for+a+Medical+Waiver.doc%22&blobheadervalue2=application%2Fmsword&blobkey=id&blobtable=MungoBlobs&blobwhere=1251734557336&ssbinary=true" target="_blank">Colorado State Patrol Vision Waiver</a> This paperwork will accompany your DOT Medical card. Take these documents to DMV. They will allow you to take the written test at motor vehicle. You will obtain your CDL instruction permit from DMV.<br /> <br /> Here are the steps for you.<br /> <b><br /></b> <b>Vision Waiver Steps</b><br /> 1.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Medical Card. <a href="http://trucktips.safetyasaservice.com/2013/10/colorados-dot-medical-card-rules-are.html" target="_blank">More information about the DOT Medical Card</a><br /> <br /> 2.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Waiver papers from State Patrol-<a href="http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?blobcol=urldata&blobheadername1=Content-Disposition&blobheadername2=Content-Type&blobheadervalue1=inline%3B+filename%3D%22Apply+for+a+Medical+Waiver.doc%22&blobheadervalue2=application%2Fmsword&blobkey=id&blobtable=MungoBlobs&blobwhere=1251734557336&ssbinary=true" target="_blank">State Patrol Waiver Forms</a><br /> <br /> 3.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Employer Authorization-The State Patrol Vision Waiver requires that you notify the State Patrol when you obtain your first job and any subsequent job. (included in link above)<br /> <br /> 4.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Take Vision Waiver papers to doctor. (included in link above)<br /> <br /> 5.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Take Vision Waiver papers and Employer Authorization to State Patrol office. Obtain waiver.<br /> <br /> 6.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Take Medical Card and Vision Waiver papers to Motor Vehicle and take the written test for the CDL to obtain CDL Instruction Permit.<br /> <br /> 7.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Attend CDL College.<br /> <br /> 8.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Pass CDL Skills Test at CDL College and deliver CDL Road Test Certificate to Motor Vehicle. This step will give you a CDL License.<br /> <br /> 9.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Find a job. Notify Colorado State Patrol of your new job.<br /> <div> <br /></div> <br /> <br />

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Winter Driving Requires More Preparation, Patience, and Performance

<br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Winter time is upon us, and with it comes the challenges of driving in snow and icy conditions. When driving in adverse weather conditions there are many helpful safety tips given to help drivers get to their destinations without incidents. Three things I always try to remember in winter weather are preparation, patience, and performance. </span></span><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Preparation includes having a vehicle that is in optimal condition. Tires should be in good condition and properly inflated to handle the snow, water, and icy roads can be a critical factor for safe driving. All fluids should be checked and filled to the proper levels including that all important washer fluid. In areas where deicers like magnesium chloride are used, you don’t want to run out of washer fluid or your visibility could be totally smeared by the splash of the deicing materials used on the roads. It’s a good idea to carry an extra gallon of washer fluid along with you in the winter as well, and make sure it is winter rated so it won’t freeze. It’s critical to keep the wiper blades in good working condition as well. Jumper cables, a snow/ice scraper, a snow shovel and some sand or cat litter, even some nonperishable food and a thermal blanket are some of the basic supplies that many agencies recommend carrying in the winter.</span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Fill that gas tank up before the storm hits! More gas means more weight, which can give your vehicle better traction. Also, a gas tank that is nearly empty is more susceptible to condensation which can form in the tank and then freeze in your fuel lines</span><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;">, </span><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;">possibly causing your engine to be difficult or even unable to start. A full tank is a happy tank!</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span></span> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Clean your vehicle off! I shake my head in amusement sometimes when I see a car driving down the road with a small area of their windshield cleaned off and the rest of the car covered in ice and snow. It may look funny, but it is very unsafe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When winter weather comes blowing in, the change can be sudden and sometimes dramatic. Here in Colorado, it is not unusual for the temperatures to drop 30 or 40 degrees in a very short period of time. Even with these dramatic and quick changes, you can be prepared by monitoring weather conditions using all the multimedia resources that are available today. </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Patience is required in all driving situations, but particularly in bad weather. The challenges of safe driving become even greater in snow and icy conditions. Not all people have experienced driving in winter weather. But even with winter driving experience, we all must practice more patience and increase our awareness. Traffic slows down in bad weather which can cause others to become impatient. Since the road conditions are compromised in winter weather, planning your drive becomes even more essential. Allowing extra time is a key aspect in winter driving. Drivers should not expect to be able to get to their destination in the same amount of time as they do on dry clear roads. Time management is a factor in many accidents.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nmlfzoAW-MU/UubXz7joEzI/AAAAAAAAABU/bKay2NeLg80/s1600/SNOW+FENCE+DAMAGE.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nmlfzoAW-MU/UubXz7joEzI/AAAAAAAAABU/bKay2NeLg80/s1600/SNOW+FENCE+DAMAGE.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rYOwXneBl4Q/UubYHw05YoI/AAAAAAAAABc/wyzaw-r7S1A/s1600/SNOW+FENCE+DAMAGE+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rYOwXneBl4Q/UubYHw05YoI/AAAAAAAAABc/wyzaw-r7S1A/s1600/SNOW+FENCE+DAMAGE+2.JPG" width="320" /></a><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Performance in bad weather driving is an extremely critical aspect of safely negotiating the roadways that are covered with snow and ice. We need to handle our vehicles more gently-easy on the brakes and accelerator, smooth easy turns and lane changes, and much slower speeds than under normal conditions. More following distances will give you a safe space cushion from other vehicles, and also help cut down on the amount of road spray that splashes up on your windshield. Allowing extra time for traveling, keeping your focus, and helping others by being courteous and safe, can make a potentially dangerous and miserable ride much easier to handle for yourself and everyone around you.</span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span lang="EN" style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Driving in bad weather presents many challenges, but being prepared, patient, and performing at a higher level, we can increase our level of safety. Yes, the weather outside can be frightful-but we can still safely get home to where the fire is so delightful! Safe travels everyone! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"> <span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>

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The Things We Do to Make it in America Today.

This is a great piece from the New York Times chronicling the life of a female truck driver in the oil fields of North Dakota. What a hard life for her? The things we do to make it in America today. Thank god for the trucking and oil industries. They are replacing the manufacturing economy that we used to know. The difficulty of the work is comparable. At least we still have the opportunity to hustle and break our backs for a decent living. <a href="http://nyti.ms/1aiYpeL"></a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://nyti.ms/1aiYpeL" target="_blank">http://nyti.ms/1aiYpeL</a>

The Things We Do to Make it in America Today.

This is a great piece from the New York Times chronicling the life of a female truck driver in the oil fields of North Dakota. What a hard l...

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The Driving Game

<br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So, I am on my daily drive and I am watching the vehicle in front of me. It is making random lane changes from one side of the three lane road to the other. There is no warning or indication of this-just a sudden jump from one lane to another, sometimes more than one lane at a time. Racing up. Moving over. Dropping back. Cutting across. Racing up. It looks like a different version of Frogger. In this game though, you don't try to cross the road. The objective here seems to be getting around as many obstacles as possible in the shortest amount of time. I am hoping that they have enough tokens or quarters to get to their destination. They must get energy points for every car they pass, tail gate or cut off. This seems to be their goal because they have done that to dozens of vehicles along the way. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It's a 40 MPH posted road, but this vehicle has the extra power it has collected on the drive to go at least 60 in some areas. I am guessing they are after those energy stashes before anyone else gets to them. Oh, and those traffic lights? Merely a suggestion to this person. I watch them run several that have no cameras watching them. I am assuming that this is okay to do if you are convinced that no one sees you, because this vehicle is running all of them. The challenge is to get more of those energy stashes and the red lights must be worth more points. I am learning the rules of this new game.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Apparently the closer you ride to another vehicles bumper you get more points as well, because this person is almost attached to the vehicle in front of them. And if you get another person to beep their horn in anger-more credits. Then you use your hand showing just one finger to indicate that you just scored another point.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Now if you want the game to get even more interesting, you try to get others to join the game with you. It appears to be working, because I am seeing more vehicles playing now. They must have put their tokens in the slot that reads more than one player.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">   </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am learning more and more about this game on my daily commute. It looks interesting. Hopefully they will come out with a home version soon because playing it out on the public roads looks too intense and dangerous to me.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>

The Driving Game

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Professional Truck Driving: Specialized Skills, Dedication, Integrity

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img height="288" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XAVDzjjc0cY/UsHRgoame2I/AAAAAAAAAAg/E_Q-p2ZzKNs/s400/BLOG+MOBILE+IMAGING+PICTURE.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="400" /></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">Me with Mobile Nuclear Imaging trailer in Oberlin, Kansas in 2001 </span></b></td></tr> </tbody></table> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Professional truck drivers are in higher demand today more than any other time. One of the challenges that the trucking industry is currently facing is replacing an ageing workforce as the Baby Boomer generation that formed the backbone of the transportation industry are slowly beginning to retire. That fact, and the difficulty of hiring young, committed, and certified truck drivers; willing and capable of working long hours and being away from their families, plus the challenge of driver retention adds to the need for more professional drivers nationwide.</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> Today’s fast paced “I want it now” thinking has added many demands on shippers to satisfy their customer’s needs. When Joe in Boston wants 200 bags of flour delivered on Saturday for baking bread and rolls for a wedding on Sunday, he relies on the shipper to deliver as promised. Those bags of flour find their way to Joe on a truck driven by a professional truck driver. That driver uses all of their skills to maneuver the vehicle to its destination, dedicating themselves to the goal of making that on time delivery, keeping themselves in check by following all safety regulations and guidelines, plus their sense of integrity and commitment to their task-many times sacrificing being in their homes with their families in the process. It is generally agreed by numerous entities that 60-70 % of America's commodities move by truck, which highlights the importance of a well-trained and dedicated fleet of professional drivers to provide those services that many people sometimes take for granted.</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE</span></span></b></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span></b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Candidates that want to become a professional truck driver are required to go through extensive training and studies to acquire their Commercial Drivers License. They must pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) medical exam to make sure they are physically fit to take on the responsibility of driving large commercial vehicles. After that step, they need to take numerous written tests at their local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) to obtain a CDL permit, which allows them to drive a truck with a licensed and qualified CDL driver. There are also Endorsements that can be added to the permit: Doubles and Triples for those interested in hauling multiple trailers, a Tanker Endorsement, or Hazardous Materials are some examples. These are all written tests that can be taken by a CDL candidate and then are added to their license when they pass their CDL test. Adding endorsements can enhance one's ability to find a job in the competitive world of truck driving. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div> <br /> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Then, the candidate is ready for hands on training in the type of vehicle that they are interested in driving. Hands on training will include learning how to do a thorough Vehicle Inspection. A commercial driver is legally responsible to do Pre and Post trip inspections of any vehicle that they drive per FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations) rules. A CDL driver needs to have a good understanding of the components involved with the safe operation of their vehicle. Besides being the first part of the CDL test, this knowledge should be used and practiced everyday in the life of a professional driver to ensure that the vehicle they are driving meets all safety requirements. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The CDL candidate also needs to learn how to maneuver the vehicle in a measured and defined area. These are the Basic Control Skills part of the test. Drivers of larger vehicles face many unique challenges while maneuvering in close quarters. There are many blind spot areas that need to be considered when moving large trucks. These are basic skills that are learned and used every day. There are so many different places where large vehicles need to be driven to: tight cramped lots, moving vehicles, forklifts, and people- these are just some of the numerous challenges in backing and maneuvering and each driver is responsible to do this safely and efficiently. These skills are necessary to pass the CDL test, and more importantly, used and enhanced daily to be a safe and competent truck driver. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Then, of course, there is the on the road training and Road Test. Many streets are designed to accommodate larger sized commercial vehicles, but there are also many that are not. A professional driver needs to be able to drive their vehicle safely under all circumstances. Blaming a narrow lane or a tight turn doesn't absolve you if there is property damage or an accident. Good decisions and constant assessment of both the driver and vehicle capabilities and limitations are necessary to be able to safely and successfully arrive at any destination. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If a driver candidate passes their CDL test they are issued a CDL license for the class of vehicle they have proven to be qualified to drive. This is an exciting moment in most people's lives! I have been a CDL tester, and the joy and relief when the test is over and the individual has passed is a great thing to witness! Now comes the learning. Now you say? Haven't I just passed all these written and practical tests? Doesn't the learning process ever end? The answer that is universally given by experienced professional drivers is NO! Every day a truck driver leaves the lot, they are facing different challenges, and every day they should be open to learning more. Different trucks, gear patterns, horsepower, RPM's, clutch depth and control, turning radiuses; many of these things can be unique to each vehicle that is driven, and a professional driver must be able to adapt quickly to a wide variety of equipment that they may be required to operate. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">As a new driver goes out into the truck driving world, there will be job specific training required for the types of vehicles that they intend to drive. So once again- the training is ongoing, and during the first few months to a couple of years a driver can still be considered a novice by many companies. Now is the time for them to put all of their specialized knowledge and skills to practical use in the real world. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">These skills are vital to society and our economy, are needed to drive safely and deliver the commodities in a timely and competent way, and are essential for the driver to obtain and hold on to a good driving position. No one wants a driver who is a liability. In my years of driving, all of my employers were confident in my abilities and skills and my decision making. They knew I could be counted on to do the right thing and to represent them and their interests to the highest level. When I drove out of their lot, no one had to wonder how I was operating the vehicle or how well the job would be done. This is what a professional driver should strive for every day of their career. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">DEDICATION</span></span></b></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span></b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Specialized skills are just one of the characteristics of a professional driver. Dedication to the task is another. Pro drivers maintain a high level of pride in their work, and also great determination to accomplish their daily responsibilities. Many drivers work very long hours, spend weeks away from home, sleeping odd hours, traveling thousands of miles operating in extreme conditions; harsh weather, heavy traffic, bad road conditions, and detours. There are many times when truck drivers are on the road and miss a family birthday, a holiday, or other special occasions. Deep commitment and dedication is needed to be able to safely and calmly handle any and all of these conditions keeping safety as the number one priority. For example, driving over a 10,000 foot mountain pass safely requires great concentration, focus, and delicacy to safely negotiate critical ascents and descents on steep and winding mountain roads. I drove over many such places, and this is when great patience and keeping a cool head is essential. Putting on tire chains in the middle of a snow storm to get to your destination or a safe stopping area takes time, practice, and lots of patience. This is just another one of the ongoing challenges and learning situations professional drivers may encounter in their career. This is what makes truck driving challenging, rewarding, and fun!</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">INTEGRITY</span></span></b></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span></b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Specialized skills and knowledge, dedication and commitment, and a high level of personal integrity best describe the professional truck driver. Integrity is doing the right thing at all times. It is taking personal responsibility for all of your actions and behaviors; whether dealing with a customer, buying fuel, presenting permits or log books at a port of entry, or simply sitting in a restaurant having a meal. How we act towards others is a direct reflection on ourselves, but it also reflects on our company and the truck driving industry as a whole. Courtesy and respect to others, driving to protect yourself and the public, taking pride in the condition of your vehicle, following all rules and regulations; these are the traits of a professional driver that are not taught in a classroom. They come from each driver taking personal pride in their profession and practicing it every day. </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Professional drivers are honest and have the trust of their employers driving large expensive vehicles hauling products for their customers. This is a responsibility that cannot be taken lightly. All safety considerations in making deliveries on time, avoiding liability, potential loss of customers due to accidents or damaged freight, property damage, injury or fatalities are taken seriously by the pro driver.  One bad truck driver can give the perception to the public that all drivers are reckless. The acts of one irresponsible driver can have negative effects on the entire industry.</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Integrity also involves self monitoring to be sure you are fit for work,  well rested, healthy, and capable of doing the job safely and efficiently. I have asked large groups of experienced drivers around the country this question: "Would any of you want your family to be driving around or near an unsafe, fatigued, or unhealthy driver"? The answer is overwhelmingly NO! So it is up to each individual to avoid being that unsafe driver. Striving for excellence and doing the right thing, making those safe decisions and choices: these are a matter of an individual following the rules, coupled with the inner voice that tells you what is right or wrong. Whatever the driver decides or which voice he listens to could be the difference between life and death. And that is a line that no professional driver should ever be willing to cross.  </span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> </div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"> <span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 24px;">In conclusion, professional truck drivers using their specialized skills and knowledge, dedication, and integrity, are a large part of the backbone of this country's economy. Safety, commitment, and pride in their work are what keep the professional driver in the elite category. Being self directed and having the right attitude at all times while facing the many challenges presented to them are also traits that should be emulated every day. The next time you are sitting in your home take a good look around you and remember that 60-70% of all commodities are delivered by a truck driver. Picture your life without many of those things, and say a thank you to all of the dedicated professionals out there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, bringing everything needed to your favorite stores so that you can live a comfortable and enjoyable lifestyle.</span></span></div>

Professional Truck Driving: Specialized Skills, Dedication, Integrity

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Backing tips for Drivers Side Parallel.

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Backing tips from CDL College .

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Austin Green taking over the operations chair

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Training under the lights at CDL College. 12/27/13

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New Federally Approved DOT Physical in Loveland

<p dir="ltr">I just had my physical done at Kolowski Chiropractic and Wellness in Loveland. 970-685-8060.</p> <p dir="ltr">One of the places that meet the new federal standards. </p>

New Federally Approved DOT Physical in Loveland

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Timelapse 24 Hours of UPS Parking Lot at Christmas

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Another Graduate from CDL College December 20, 2013

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Another Graduate from CDL College December 20, 2013

Instructors at CDL College congratulate Benyam on his graduation from CDL College .

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Merry Christmas from the Instructors at CDL COLLEGE! Yes we said Merry Christmas.

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Merry Christmas from the Instructors at CDL COLLEGE! Yes we said Merry Christmas.

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Another great training morning at CDL COLLEGE, just so happens to be 18 degrees with freezing drizzle. Who cares its still a great day!

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Another great training morning at CDL COLLEGE, just so happens to be 18 degrees with freezing drizzle. Who cares its still a great day!

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Elf in a truck with Alma Luna Pizarro. Alma is one of our students well on her way to graduation.

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This is what you catch when you do a "Proper" pretrip inspection

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CDL College getting students prepared for offset parking.

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CDL College getting students prepared for offset parking.

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Another micro lesson (Safe Start) from CDL College..it's Time..

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How to get in and how to exit your truck

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Offset Backing Mistake and Correction

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CDL College students getting ready to train with Operations Manager Gary Green.

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Martin gets a congrats from Instructor Mike White at CDL College for graduating Truck Driving School.

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Neil gets congrats from Trainer Mike White at CDL College, Neil just graduated and passed his CDL exam.

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Neil gets congrats from Trainer Mike White at CDL College, Neil just graduated and passed his CDL exam.

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CDL College's version of "Elf on the shelf" We call it "Elf on the Truck".

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CDL College's version of "Elf on the shelf" We call it "Elf on the Truck".

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CDL College students working on their required theory classes.

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Another day of practice at CDL College

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Sarah Mason just graduated from CDL College!

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Pretrip inspection master, Daryl at CDL College.

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Pretrip inspection master, Daryl at CDL College.

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CDL College still training at 3 degrees. Our guys are the best!

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CDL College still training at 3 degrees. Our guys are the best!

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Some CDL Skill Tips - Left to right offset manuever

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<span id="docs-internal-guid-30d470e3-c995-6198-6cd2-17e7d574d4a0" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">I received my CDL licenses from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cdlcollegecolorado" target="_blank">CDLCollege</a> in June of 2012. I retired from the military and wouldn't be receiving my retirement pay for two years. I always wanted to drive a big truck. I couldn't find a job for more than $12.00 an hour, so why not drive. My wife was not happy about me being gone, but I promised that I would try hard to get a local job as soon as possible. As you all know, with out experience, it is hard to get a local position. I started with Schneider trucking, but at the same time kept applying for something at home. If you want something and try hard enough, it will come around. After four months, I was hired on to a local job. I only have to be away from home four to five days and then home two to three days each week. The driving career field has worked out very good for me.        Greg U.</span><br /> <br /> <span id="docs-internal-guid-30d470e3-c995-6198-6cd2-17e7d574d4a0" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Greg-So happy to hear from you and glad you are doing well-Mike E </span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span id="docs-internal-guid-30d470e3-c995-6198-6cd2-17e7d574d4a0" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/cdlcollegecolorado" target="_blank">CDL College. It's Time </a></span><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dQAfIY7F5tM/UqIzqEwxCII/AAAAAAAAAME/kFgjmsBchP4/s1600/2013-10-07+15.22.16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dQAfIY7F5tM/UqIzqEwxCII/AAAAAAAAAME/kFgjmsBchP4/s320/2013-10-07+15.22.16.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br />

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CDL COLLEGE Still training in -8 degree weather.

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