Some kids see those big rigs driving down the street and think that they want to drive one for a career someday. But not everyone is physically able to drive a truck, so if that is your career plan before you sign up with a training program at a college or truck driving school first make sure you can pass the DOT physical.

First off it is not like you have to be in tip top shape, but there are some things that matter. For example do you have all your toes and fingers? Do you have health issues that would cause you trouble while driving (e.g., falling asleep)? For some things there are medical waivers and others most likely not. To find out how you will do before actually taking the physical contact a truck driving school or visit the DOT website to learn more. The key is not to sign up for training if you know you will not pass the DOT exam.

If the DOT exam should not be an issue the next step is learning about the different methods of becoming a truck driver. Do you want to attend a 3 week truck driver training program or a longer one. There are pros and cons to each, so understand what you will be getting yourself into.

During your truck driver training you should get some behind the wheel time. A better school may give you more time whereas a lesser school may not. After you have completed the school training portion you will likely work for a trucking company who assigns an experienced driver to work with you for awhile.

You do not want to rely only on what an experienced driver may teach you on the job. Going to a good school that gives you enough time driving and learning real world skills is also important so make sure to find out if the school you will attend does this.

In addition to learning how to drive a truck you may also learn vehicle inspection, hook and trailer drops and other information. It is important to get a good education at a school and good practice time as well.

Getting an instructor with a lot of real world experience behind the wheel and in real life situations would be beneficial. Learning material from books helps but getting real life examples of what to do in certain situations is more helpful.

The most important thing is safety for you and the people around you. So try to avoid schools that do not focus on safety.

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