This course is designed to help CMV drivers learn about factors that contribute to their health and wellness.

A healthy driver is a safe and alert driver. Achieving a healthy and safe lifestyle can be challenging when working in a sedentary job, but it can be done.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Describe ways you can maintain a healthy diet and good exercise habits
• Discuss what stress is along with ways you can manage stress
• Identify signs of driver fatigue
• List safe work practices
• Describe back safety and proper lifting
• List steps you can take to ensure your personal security

Personal Health and Driving

• Bad Habits
• Weight
• Diet
• Eating Healthy
• Exercise Benefits
• Exercises
• Exercise Recommendations
• Moderate Activities
• Exercise on the Road
• Stress
• Stress-Reduction Techniques

Personal Health and Driving

• Fatigue
• Sleep Loss
• Circadian Rhythm
• Prohibitions
• Effects of Fatigue
• Signs of Fatigue
• Fighting Fatigue
• Sleep Apnea
• Alcohol and Drugs
• Drug Prohibitions
• Driver Disqualification

Safety on the Job

• Safe Work Practices
• Vehicle Entry and Exit
• Proper Seated Position
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Back Safety
• Proper Lifting

Approximately 25 minutes

A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Users are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.