Backing and Docking Quiz

How does your trailer respond when you turn the wheel to the right while backing?

• It drifts to the right

• It pushes

• It drifts to the left

• You should never turn your wheel while backing

What is a key reason backing is so dangerous?

• Sticking your head out the window can lead to chronic neck and back pain.

• Backing gives you limited visibility; you will always have a blind spot.

• Backing requires you get out of your tractor; you could be struck by another vehicle.

• Both B and C

What is the acronym commonly used to remember the safety check you should perform before backing?

• GOAL: Get Out And Look

• FIRE: First Inspect Relative Environment

• LAYER: Look Around Your Entire Rig

• SAFE: Stay Away From Emergencies

If you can use a spotter when backing,:

• responsibility for any incidents that occur transfers to the spotter.

• he/she should be behind your vehicle at all times.

• using a handheld cell phone to communicate with him/her is best.

• you must agree on all hand signals before beginning the maneuver.

Which of the backing techniques is fundamental in learning all other backing maneuvers?

• Sight-side jackknife backing

• Straight line backing

• Alley dock backing

• Parallel parking

What is the key characteristic to alley dock backing maneuver?

• Backing while turning into a space that is 90 degrees to the truck

• Backing into a space alongside a dock

• Backing straight down an alley

• None of the above

Which of the following statements regarding blind-side jackknife backing are true?

• It should never be done without the assistance of a spotter.

• It is best to stop every few feet to check your clearance.

• Ending up with a greater than 90-degree angle is preferred.

• Both A and B

What backing maneuver should you use if the trailer did not wind up directly in front of the target?

• Offset backing

• Sight side jackknife backing

• Blind side jackknife backing

• Alley dock or curved backing

What is something typically unique to loading dock areas you must watch out for when backing?

• Storage containers and dumpsters

• Clearly marked pedestrian paths

• Unusual clearances around the dock and any nearby barriers

• None of the above

When backing in a parking lot, take note of the:

• location of the sun in the sky relative to your mirrors

• position of the entrances and exits

• amount of fuel in your tank

• reading on your tachometer