Wow! Old School Released His New Book! Read It!
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Thanks Stevo, and Kearsey!
I know there are some things in this book that some will consider controversial. I never dreamed the requirement of taking a physical would be one of them.
I did my best to cover everything accurately. Once you put your knowledge and words out there, people will challenge you. I welcome any discussion on topics in the book.
I struggled with explaining my stance on automated trucks. There is a brief chapter on how I see this technology unfolding, but of course I'm speculating, based on my knowledge and experience with trucking. My silver ball has been known to be wrong before.
Lol Old School, I was only replying to Crawdaddy's post after I read it. I knew every state wants a physical for a CDL , so I called up my old pal "googly" haha.....
Not to anything you may have written in your book, kind sir (haven't read it)...... Which I'm sure is a very good read, just by what I've read here from you, over the last 10+ years
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Just ordered on Amazon !
Thanks Sarina!
I hope you find the book very helpful. Please, after reading it, give it a review.
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Maine DOT
You must get a DOT physic and must fill out a "self certification" form and submit it along with the doctor's forms just like any other state.
DOT:
Department Of Transportation
A department of the federal executive branch responsible for the national highways and for railroad and airline safety. It also manages Amtrak, the national railroad system, and the Coast Guard.
State and Federal DOT Officers are responsible for commercial vehicle enforcement. "The truck police" you could call them.
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.
Bmv:
Department of Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Motor Vehicles
The state agency that handles everything related to your driver's licences, including testing, issuance, transfers, and revocation.