FMCSA Driver Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspection Training is a theory refresher for experienced CDL holders who need to stay current on federal inspection requirements. Delivered across five video modules in approximately 45 minutes (25 minutes of instruction plus 15 minutes for the end-of-course exam and knowledge checks), learners will master the regulatory knowledge and practical skills needed to perform compliant, thorough vehicle inspections every day on the road.
Driver training is grounded in 49 CFR Parts 380, 392, 393, and 396 and covers the complete inspection lifecycle. Learners will understand the legal requirements for pre-trip and post-trip inspections, master systematic vehicle inspection techniques, develop proficiency with air brake system testing and functional checks, and learn to complete accurate Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports. The course emphasizes learner responsibilities regarding vehicle safety and teaches the application of CVSA Out-of-Service criteria to make sound decisions about vehicle operability.
By completion, learners will be able to explain the regulatory basis for inspections, perform complete and methodical pre-trip and post-trip inspections, correctly test air brake systems, document defects appropriately, and apply sound judgment when determining if a vehicle is safe to operate. Each module includes knowledge checks to reinforce learning.
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Published August 24, 2026
Andrew David Easler, Esq.
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Andrew David Easler, Esq.
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FMCSA Driver Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspection Training is designed for adult learners who already hold a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License and need to refresh their knowledge of federal inspection requirements. Delivered across five video modules with approximately 45 minutes of training, including 25 minutes of instruction and an additional 15 minutes allocated for the end-of-course exam, this course reinforces the regulatory knowledge and practical skills learners need to perform compliant, thorough vehicle inspections every day on the road.
Grounded in 49 CFR Parts 380, 392, 393, and 396, the course guides learners through the complete inspection lifecycle. Throughout the five modules, learners will understand the legal and regulatory requirements for conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections under 49 CFR 396.13 and 396.11. Learners will identify their specific responsibilities as drivers regarding vehicle safety under 49 CFR 392.7, master systematic vehicle inspection techniques, and develop proficiency with air brake system testing and functional systems checks. The course emphasizes the critical importance of accurate Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and helps learners understand the consequences of falsified or incomplete inspections.
The final module focuses on applying CVSA Out-of-Service criteria to make sound decisions about vehicle operability and readiness for roadside inspections. By completion, learners will have the regulatory foundation and practical knowledge needed to maintain compliance, ensure vehicle safety, and operate with confidence on the road. Each module includes knowledge checks to reinforce learning and retention.
Compliance Note: This course serves as a regulatory theory refresher and does not replace employer training, vehicle-specific instruction, or hands-on skills evaluation. Numeric figures referenced throughout represent typical industry teaching targets. Drivers and carriers must always confirm and follow the applicable vehicle manufacturer's specifications, their carrier's internal policies, and the current edition of the CVSA North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria handbook.
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8 modules · 5 surveys · 1 exam
Module 1
Regulatory Foundations
Module 2
Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist
Module 3
Post-Trip Inspection Checklist
Survey
Regulatory Foundations Knowledge Check
Module 2
Systematic Pre-Trip Inspection Walkthrough
Survey
Systematic Pre-Trip Inspection Walkthrough Knowledge Check
Module 3
Air Brake and Functional Systems Tests
Module 6
Air Brake Quick Reference
Survey
Air Brake and Functional Systems Tests Knowledge Check
Module 4
En-Route and Post-Trip Inspections & DVIR Completion
Survey
En-Route and Post-Trip Inspections & DVIR Completion Knowledge Check
Module 5
Defect Decision-Making, OOS Criteria, and Professional Practice
Survey
Defect Decision-Making, OOS Criteria, and Professional Practice Knowledge Check
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FMCSA Driver Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspection Course for CDL Holders
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