Practice the English phrases used when an officer asks for driver and load documents.
Commercial Driver's License
Your CDL with the correct class and endorsements.
Officer may say: Can I see your commercial driver's license?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my commercial driver's license.
Medical Card
Proof you are medically qualified to drive.
Officer may say: Can I see your medical card?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my medical card.
Registration
Document that shows the vehicle is registered.
Officer may say: May I see your registration?
Driver can say: Yes, here is the registration for this truck.
Insurance
Proof of insurance for the vehicle.
Officer may say: Can I see your proof of insurance?
Driver can say: Yes, here is the insurance card.
Bill of Lading
Document that lists your cargo and destination.
Officer may say: Can I see your bill of lading?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my bill of lading. It shows my cargo and destination.
Logbook
Record of your driving hours.
Officer may say: Can I see your logbook?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my logbook. It is up to date.
ELD
Electronic logging device for driving hours.
Officer may say: Can I see your ELD records?
Driver can say: Yes, I can show you my ELD records now.
Inspection Report
Last vehicle inspection report.
Officer may say: Do you have your last inspection report?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my last inspection report.
Permit
Special permit if required for your load or route.
Officer may say: Do you have any required permits?
Driver can say: Yes, here is my permit for this trip.
Shipping Papers
Papers that describe a hazardous load if you carry one.
Officer may say: Can I see your shipping papers?
Driver can say: Yes, here are my shipping papers.
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