Field Practical Guide - Truck & Trailer Connection

Personal Protection Equipment required:
 
● Ear Plugs
● Safety Glasses
● Gloves
● Work Boots 

Equipment & Tools needed:
● Truck with hitch
● Trailer

Materials needed:  
● Not Applicable

Pre-Training Session Preparation:

● Select location for training.
● Schedule training session with student(s).
● Make sure everyone participating has the Personal Protection Equipment.
● Have truck positioned in parking lot. 

Step 1: Demonstrate 
● Correct position behind truck.
● Proper hand signals to help driver back truck to trailer.

Step 2: Observe:
● Have the student demonstrate proper use of the equipment back to you.

Step 3: Re-Demonstrate:
● Point out what the student did correctly.
● Demonstrate what the student should improve upon.