ELDT Courses

In early 2022, FMCSA introduced new Entry-Level Driver Training regulations that set the baseline for training requirements for entry-level drivers. This applies to those seeking to obtain a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, upgrade an existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL, or obtain a school bus, passenger, or hazardous materials endorsement for the first time.

The Entry-Level Driver Training Psasenger Endorsement Theory Instruction Curriculum is designed to help satisfy the theory instruction portion of the new entry-level driver training (ELDT) passenger endorsement requirements. To satisfy the theory instruction requirements, this training must be assigned and administered by a school or other entity listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Training Provider Registry (TPR). To satisfy the complete ELDT training requirements, the school or entity conducting the training must provide the driver-trainee "behind-the-wheel" instruction in addition to theory instruction. Eighteen modules are included in the Entry-Level Driver Training Passenger Endorsement curriculum: - Post-Crash Procedures is designed to teach drivers how to respond to a crash in order to prevent additional crashes or injuries. It also explains how to notify proper authorities about a crash and what information to provide and how to document a crash.

• Other Emergency Procedures is designed to help drivers discuss emergency stopping procedures, explain what to do in case of mechanical breakdowns and vehicle defects while en route, how to manage medical emergencies, and recognizing and managing security breaches.
• Vehicle Orientation is designed to help drivers explain how vehicle size, weight, clearance, and overhang affect safety and operations on the road. It also explains how to describe all major vehicle components and their characteristics.
• Pre-trip, En route, and Post-Trip Inspections is designed to help drivers discuss the importance of vehicle inspections, explain how to conduct pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections. It also explains what documentation is required for vehicle inspections and describes proper procedures for security-related inspections.
• Fueling is designed to help drivers explain how to determine the proper time to refuel, explain how to select and use a fueling station, and discuss the safety equipment found at a fueling island.
• Idling is designed to help drivers explain when idling is and is not necessary, discuss the benefits of reduced idling, and explain the limits associated with anti-idling laws and regulations.
• Baggage and Cargo Management is designed to help drivers explain proper handling and securement of passenger baggage and containers, describe ways to prevent loading-related injuries, discuss ways to maintain baggage security, and identify items that may be prohibited.
• Passenger Awareness Safety Briefing is designed to help drivers explain how to present a safety briefing and discuss the safety measures required in a safety briefing.
• Passenger Management is designed to help drivers explain how to present a safety briefing and discuss the safety measures required in a safety briefing.
• ADA Compliance is designed to help drivers discuss what the Americans with Disabilities Act is and why it's important. It also provides information on recognizing the proper procedures for engaging persons with disabilities or special needs, the permitted use of service animals, and how to operate lifts and other types of accessibility equipment.
• Hours of Service Requirementsis designed to help drivers describe why fatigue is a critical safety concern, recognize the signs of fatigue and take steps to increase alertness, explain how to comply with hours of service rules, and identify documentation requirements for the Record of Duty Status.
• Safety Belt Safety is designed to help drivers explain the federal regulations concerning seat belt use, discuss the importance of always wearing your seat belt and encouraging passengers to do the same, and describe how to adjust a typical seat belt.
• Distracted Driving is designed to help drivers recognize driving distractions, explain the risks of driving distractions, and describe the federal regulations related to distracted driving. There are serious consequences of violation the rules on distracted driving.
• Railroad Highway Grade Crossings and Drawbridges is designed to help drivers recognize when stopping at railroad tracks and crossings is required. It will also explain the consequences of not following regulations for crossing railroad tracks and drawbridges. Drivers will be able to identify various crossing signs, gates, and signals they may encounter, will describe the procedures for safely stopping at railroad tracks and drawbridges, and will explain appropriate actions to take in the event of a crossing-related emergency.
• Weigh Stations is designed to help drivers explain the purpose of weigh stations, describe what to expect as you approach a weigh station and need to determine whether to stop, and explain the procedures for driving through a weigh station.
• Security and Crime is designed to help drivers discuss ways they can discourage criminal activity on or around their vehicle, recognize criminal activity on or around their vehicle, and recognize physical threats due to criminal activities. It will also help drivers explain how to respond to and minimize threats and how to respond if someone is physically harmed.
• Roadside Inspections is designed to help drivers demonstrate how to prepare for a roadside inspection, recognize what happens during a roadside inspection, and explain what to expect as the result of a roadside inspection.
• Penalties and Fines is designed to help drivers discuss the immediate and long-term impact of violations on you and your employer, explain how violations impact safety record, and pre-employment pre-screening record. Drivers will also recognize the financial penalties of violations and explain how violations may result in loss of driving privileges.