Backing Basics and Straight Line, Offset and Parallel Parking for CMV Drivers Safety Training Video

This safety video program on Backing Basics and Straight Line, Offset, and Parallel Parking for CMV Drivers discusses the basics of backing and parking and how to perform these maneuvers in a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

The course examines straight line backing, offset backing and parking, and parallel parking as well as common hazards to look for while backing and parking a CMV and how to avoid them.

Commercial Motor Vehicle drivers know how challenging it can be to maneuver a large vehicle, especially when you’re traveling in reverse. Since it's hard to see where you're going, it takes extra preparation, skill, and concentration to do it safely.  In fact, statistics say that backing accidents account for almost 30% of all CMV accidents.  

Areas covered include:

• the basics of backing,
• straight line backing,
• offset backing,
• parking,
• parallel parking, and more.

The DVD program comes with a comprehensive leader's guide, reproducible scheduling & attendance form, employee quiz, training certificate, and training log.

Associated Regulations:

• Section 5(a)(1) - General Duty Clause

This safety video program is produced by The MARCOM Group, Ltd.