Truck Driver Paperwork Essentials: Binder Organization Tips

📚Having an organized binder with all the necessary paperwork sets a good impression during inspections.

🚚Truck drivers need to have their cab card, which is essential for apportioned license registration.

📝Truck drivers must carry their registration and trailer registration, with the latter being important for non-CDL drivers.

📌Having a certificate of liability insurance is crucial as it acts as proof of commercial insurance coverage.

⏰Truck drivers need to carry annual inspections for both their truck and trailer to ensure they are up to safety standards.

What is a cab card?

—A cab card is a registration document required for apportioned license registration, particularly for trucks operating under a cdl setup.

What paperwork do truck drivers need inside the truck?

—Truck drivers need to have their registration, trailer registration, certificate of liability insurance, annual inspections, and medical examiner's certificate, among other documents.

Why is organizing paperwork in a binder important?

—Organizing paperwork in a binder helps truck drivers keep everything in one place, making it easier to access during inspections and creating a good impression with law enforcement.

What happens if truck drivers don't have the required paperwork?

—Not having the required paperwork can lead to violations and potentially affect the truck driver's ability to operate their vehicle. It is crucial to have all necessary documents in order to comply with regulations.

Do truck drivers need different paperwork if they are leased onto a company?

—Truck drivers who are leased onto a company may need additional documents, such as a lease agreement and proof of authority, to show their legal status as a leased driver.

00:00Introduction and the importance of having the necessary paperwork

00:43Explanation of a cab card for apportioned license registration

02:05The essential documents to have in the truck: registration, trailer registration, certificate of liability insurance, annual inspections, and medical examiner's certificate

04:08Benefits of organizing paperwork in a binder

05:20Importance of the driver card and inspection instructions for electronic logging device (ELD) compliance

06:40Overview of additional permits and licenses that truck drivers may need

06:58Conclusion and invitation for questions