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RebelliousVamp 's Comment
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This weekend is my 3rd weekend at United Tractor Trailer private school.

I've got pretty good with pre trip inspection, and getting there quickly with air brakes test. I've learned pull straight forward and straight backing. Today was super, I can back up pretty straight. I also started practicing the lane change, which I also did pretty well with.

Had an argument with one of the trainers this morning, as I was taught by another trainer that when the buzzer warning indicator for low pressure comes on, you stop the truck and rev the engine rpm to build up pressure to an acceptable level. When I tried to do that, he wouldn't let me and told me to keep driving. I tried explaining to him why I needed to build pressure (psi was under 60) so I got really upset and gave him a piece of my mind....lol Later on, I think he realized that I was tryng to do the right thing. I ended up giving him a hug, he said he was sorry, I said I was sorry...all good. The instructors are great, they WANT us to succeed. I guess it's bound to happen that sometimes, some personalities will clash. I hate fighting/arguying with people, I like to smile and be happy. So the rest of the day went on AWESOME. Going back tomorrow, 50 degrees and raining it will be. Where the hell is New England winter?? They are taking me out to drive on the ROADS....so a fair warning, STAY OFF THE ROADS IF YOU VALUE YOUR LIFE!! Hahahahaha

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Yay...I'll 2ave from the road lol congrats

Something I love about this job is lot having the dreaded feeling of thw start of the week. I used to look at my Monday and want to cry not thinking I could make it through the week. This is so cool that I don't realize 3 days went by... I wale up and am like "hey... it's payday " lol

Love the feeling of a work week going by super fast....but at the same time, it reminds me how fast life goes by, which is not a good feeling. It will be fun being on the road, but at the same time....I know it will be very hard for me to leave my family behind. They've been gone to Canada since yesterday morning and I feel lonely. So not sure how it will pan out when I'm gone. : /

Scott M's Comment
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I am very happy for you. I know you work hard- you will do fine.

RebelliousVamp 's Comment
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Been awake since 4 am with a headache that transformed into a migraine....looks like the road will have to wait. I'm so disappointed. :(

SAP:

Substance Abuse Professional

The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.

DAC:

Drive-A-Check Report

A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).

It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.

Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.

J Johns's Comment
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Been awake since 4 am with a headache that transformed into a migraine....looks like the road will have to wait. I'm so disappointed. :(

Have you looked into the t.e.n.s. units I mentioned on another thread? Admittedly, I don't know much about pain management, but my sister-in-law did, and she used it frequently. Hope something helps soon.

SAP:

Substance Abuse Professional

The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.

Dm:

Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager

The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.

DAC:

Drive-A-Check Report

A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).

It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.

Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.

RebelliousVamp 's Comment
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Been awake since 4 am with a headache that transformed into a migraine....looks like the road will have to wait. I'm so disappointed. :(

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Have you looked into the t.e.n.s. units I mentioned on another thread? Admittedly, I don't know much about pain management, but my sister-in-law did, and she used it frequently. Hope something helps soon.

No? I don't think I've seen. I took two Imitrex at 4 hours spacing, not helping.

SAP:

Substance Abuse Professional

The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.

Dm:

Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager

The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.

DAC:

Drive-A-Check Report

A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).

It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.

Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.

J Johns's Comment
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Bumped for you

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