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#### END OF COURSE COMPREHENSIVE TEST (EOCCT)

LESSON TITLE: | END OF COURSE COMPREHENSIVE TEST (EOCCT)
TASK NUMBER: | All previously taught tasks.

A. TRAINING OBJECTIVE.

| TASK: | Pass the end of course comprehensive test (EOCCT).
| CONDITIONS: | Given an examination booklet, pencil, DD Form 1970 , DA Form 2404 , TM 9-2320-364-10 , equipment records folder, rags, lubricants, coolant, an M1074/M1075 truck with BII, an M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load, road test route, and suitable training area(s). When testing for trailer operations, additional requirements are examination booklet, TM 9-2330-385-14 , an M1076 trailer with BII, and another M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load.
| STANDARD: | Pass all required written and performance tests.

B. INTERMEDIATE TRAINING.

Intermediate Training Objective 1A (Truck Operations)
| TASK: | Pass a written examination.
| CONDITIONS: | Given an examination booklet and pencil.
| STANDARD: | Answer correctly 21 of 30 questions within 40 minutes. Use either the primary written test or the alternate written test.
Intermediate Training Objective 1B (Trailer Operations)
| TASK: | Pass a written examination.
| CONDITIONS: | Given an examination booklet and pencil.
| STANDARD: | Students testing for trailer operations must answer correctly 7 of 10 questions within 15 minutes. Use either the primary written test or the alternate written test.
Intermediate Training Objective 2A
| TASK: | Load and unload the PLS truck in the automatic mode.
| CONDITIONS: | Given an M1074/M1075 truck with BII, an M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load, and a requirement to load and unload the flatrack onto and off of a PLS truck.
| STANDARD: | Without damage to equipment or injury to personnel and receive all Gos on the performance test checklists.
Intermediate Training Objective 2B
| TASK: | Transfer flatrack onto and from the PLS trailer (PLST) using the LHS.
| CONDITIONS: | Given an M1074/M1075 truck, an M1076 PLST, all required BII, an M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load, and a requirement to transfer a flatrack onto and off of a PLS trailer.
| STANDARD: | Without damage to equipment or injury to personnel. Students testing for trailer operations must receive all Gos on the performance test checklists.
Intermediate Training Objective 3
| TASK: | Pass the driver's road test.
| CONDITIONS: | Given DD Form 1970 , DA Form 2404 , pencil, TM 9-2320-364-10 , equipment records folder, rags, lubricants, coolant, road test route, an M1074/M1075 truck with BII, and an M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load. When testing for trailer operations, additional requirements are TM 9-2330-385-14 , an M1076 PLST, and another M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load.
| STANDARD: | Achieve a score of 75 or higher. Use the driver's performance test (road test) instructions and the driver's road test score sheet (DA Form 6125-R).
Intermediate Training Objective 4
| TASK: | Drive the PLS truck off road.
| CONDITIONS: | Given DD Form 1970 , DA Form 2404 , pencil, TM 9-2320-364-10 , equipment records folder, rags, lubricants, coolant, a suitable off-road training area, an M1074/M1075 PLS truck with BII, and a requirement to operate the truck off road (to include ditches, marshes, gullies, ravines, steep grades, woods, mud, rocky terrain, and shallow streams [48 inches or less]) during daylight hours.
| STANDARD: | Operate the vehicle safely at reduced speeds, taking precautions not to damage the truck while driving over rough terrain and receive all Gos on the performance test checklist.
Intermediate Training Objective 1B (Trailer Operations)
| TASK: | Couple and uncouple the M1076 PLS trailer (PLST) to and from the M1074/M1075 PLS truck.
| CONDITIONS: | Given an M1074/M1075 truck, an M1076 trailer, all required BII, and a requirement to couple and uncouple the PLST.
| STANDARD: | Without damage to equipment or injury to personnel, couple and uncouple the PLST in the correct sequence. Students testing for trailer operations must receive all Gos on the performance test checklists.

C. ADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS.

1. Training time: As scheduled.

2. Training location: Classroom, motor pool, road test route, and training area(s) as scheduled.

3. Training type: Performance evaluation.

4. Students: Scheduled personnel.

5. Principal and assistant instructors required: One primary instructor for the class for the written tests and one assistant instructor for every student for the performance tests.

6. Training aids and equipment: Rags, lubricants, and coolant. Examination booklet, pencil, DD Form 1970 , DA Form 2404 , TM 9-2320-364-10 , equipment records folder, an M1074/M1075 truck with BII, and an M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load for every student. When testing for trailer operations, additional requirements are examination booklet, TM 9-2330-385-14 , an M1076 trailer with BII, and another M1077 flatrack with securely tied down palletized load for every student.

7. References: AR 385-55, AR 600-55, DA Pamphlet 738-750, FM 21-305, TM 9-2320-364-10 , and TM 9-2330-385-14 .

D. SEQUENCE OF ACTIVITY.

1. Introduction:

a. Interest device.

b. Tie-in.

c. Lesson objective (paragraph A).

d. Procedures.

(1) Performance testing.

(2) Evaluation.

(3) Summary.

2. Performance testing:

NOTE: | The driver will test in the order listed below and will not do the next test until he successfully passes the previous test.

a. Testing for truck operations:

(1) Intermediate training objective 1A (written test for truck).

(2) Intermediate training objective 2A (LHS for truck).

(3) Intermediate training objective 3 (road test).

(4) Intermediate training objective 4 (off-road driving).

b. Testing for trailer operations:

(1) Intermediate training objective 1A (written test for truck).

(2) Intermediate training objective 1B (written test for trailer).

(3) Intermediate training objective 2A (LHS for truck).

(4) Intermediate training objective 2B (LHS for trailer).

(5) Intermediate training objectives 3 and 5 (3 is the road test and 5 is coupling and uncoupling).

NOTE: | Intermediate training objective 5 is conducted in conjunction with intermediate training objective 3 (alley dock exercise). The trailer must be uncoupled before doing the alley dock and coupled after the exercise

(6) Intermediate training objective 4 (off-road driving).

3. Evaluation: Check written test results, road test score sheets, and performance test checklists.

4. Summary:

a. Recap main points.

b. Allow for questions.

c. Clarify questions.

d. Give closing statement.

5. Retraining: Retrain and retest No-Gos.

E. SAFETY RESTRICTIONS.

1. Ensure that all chock blocks are in place when PLS trucks and/or trailers are parked or maintenance is to be performed.

2. Ensure the transmission is in neutral, the parking brake is set, and the engine is shut off before leaving the truck, when the truck is parked, or maintenance is being performed.

3. Ensure students remove all watches, jewelry, and identification tags before working in or around the PLS truck or trailer.

4. Ensure all personnel pay particular attention to the cautions and warnings listed in the operator's manuals.

5. Ensure ground guide(s) are used when backing.

6. Ensure all personnel wear hearing protection when working in or around a running PLS truck.

7. Ensure all occupants wear seat belts while the truck is in operation.

8. Ensure the driver and ground guides know and understand the hand and arm signals as outlined in FM 21-305.

9. Ensure all backing is conducted at a speed of 5 MPH or less.

10. Ensure personnel maintain at least three points of contact to mount or dismount the PLS truck or trailer (to include performing PMCS).

11. Use the PLS ladder when performing maintenance. Install the two hooks on the ladder in the holes located on top of the fender before use. Using the ladder for other applications could result in serious injury to personnel.

12. Ensure all personnel are clear of truck before engine start is attempted. Operator must visually check to see that all areas of the truck are clear of personnel before attempting to start the engine. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death to personnel.

13. During driving operations, place the hydraulic selector switch in the off position or hydraulic system overheating will result.

14. Do not hold steering wheel at full left or right position for longer than 10 seconds. Oil overheating and pump damage can result.

15. Apply brakes gradually when stopping. A panic stop will cause the vehicle wheels to lock, engine to stall, and power steering to fail. Failure to do this will result in injury or death.

16. Repeated rapid operation of service brakes will consume compressed air supply and cause automatic spring brake application. Failure to follow proper service brake operating procedures may cause serious injury or death to personnel.

17. Excessive use of the service brake to control downhill speed will result in the loss of braking power because of heat buildup.

18. Do not park the truck on a steep grade. Serious injury to personnel could result.

19. Apply engine brake only when truck tires have good traction. Use of engine brake on slippery surfaces can cause the truck to skid and cause injury to personnel.

20. If emergency steer light illuminates when driving, immediately pull the truck over to the side of the road or trail and stop or serious injury or death could result.

21. Check for overhead power lines or other obstructions before attempting LHS operation. LHS reaches a height of 17 feet 2 inches (5.22 meters) with ISO container. Serious injury or death could result from contact with electrical power lines.

22. Check ground conditions for firmness and extreme sideways inclination before picking up or off-loading a flatrack. Any ground instability beneath road wheels could cause serious injury or death to personnel.

23. Before and during any load or unload cycle, all personnel should stay clear of LHS and flatrack or serious injury or death could result to personnel.

24. Ensure that flatrack runners contact LHS rear rollers correctly. Failure to contact flatrack runners correctly could result in serious injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment.

25. When loading or unloading flatracks on uneven ground (side slope or downgrades up to 10 degrees), it may be necessary to apply truck service brakes to prevent truck roll away or severe injury or death could result.

26. Trailer wheels must be chocked during transfer operations or serious injury or death could result.

27. When operating the PLS truck with PLS trailer, the heaviest loaded flatrack must always be placed on the truck; otherwise adverse handling and/or braking may result, which could cause serious injury or death to personnel.

28. Ensure trailer air system is charged before beginning transfer or flatrack locks may not properly engage/disengage. Failure to comply could result in serious injury or death to personnel.

29. Personnel must keep hands, feet, and body away from drawbar when connecting/disconnecting to/from truck or injury may result.

30. Trailer wheels must be chocked or drawbar connected to truck before coupling trailer gladhands to truck or serious injury or death could result to personnel.

31. Personnel will not stand between trailer drawbar and truck coupler during hook-up procedures. Personnel could be pinned between truck and trailer resulting in serious injury or death.

32. Do not allow feet or body to get under drawbar. Drawbar may drop to the ground when released from coupler and serious injury to personnel may result.

F. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AND INFORMATION. Recommended testing time is 8.0 hours.

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1A
WRITTEN TEST (PRIMARY)
NAME__________________________ | RANK_______________ | DATE______________
Instructions for Test

A. | This test is administered to all PLS drivers. It consists of 30 multiple-choice questions.
B. | Read all questions and answers carefully; then write the answer that is MOST correct on the blank line to the left.
C. | Any unanswered questions will be scored as incorrect responses.

_____1. | Engine coolant temperature should not exceed-- a. 200°F. b. 210°F. c. 225°F. d. 240°F.
_____2. | If red needle on air gauge drops, while green needle does not-- a. This is no immediate problem. b. This means there is a failure in the rear section of the dual air brake system. c. It means CTIS is working. d. Both b and c.
_____3. | To activate either of the two blackout switches, you must-- a. First turn off headlights. b. Push on top part of either blackout switch. c. Press unlock tab and push top part of blackout selector switch. d. Both b and c.
_____4. | If CTIS is set in emergency position, maximum speed should be 5 MPH because-- a. You could overspeed the engine. b. It is important to go slowly in an emergency. c. Steering response is limited due to full driveline lockup. d. To drive faster would put the CTIS into an overspeed condition.
_____5. | When starting the engine, you should depress the throttle-- a. Halfway down. b. Not at all. c. Just a little to set the throttle. d. All the way down.
_____6. | If the engine does not start after cranking for a while-- a. Pump throttle pedal. b. Wait at least 15 seconds before next attempt. c. Hold ether button for one minute. d. Check the emergency engine shutdown.
_____7. | The "check engine" light tells the operator-- a. To shut down the engine immediately. b. The coolant temperature is too high. c. The oil pressure is too low. d. Some engine item needs attention soon, but will not cause serious damage.
_____8. | The "low air" warning alarm will stop sounding when the air pressure gets above-- a. 40 PSI. b. 50 PSI. c. 60 PSI. d. 80 PSI.
_____9. | For normal driving conditions, use which transmission gear range? a. One, then two, three, four, and drive (D). b. One to get started, then to drive (D). c. Neutral, then drive (D). d. Drive (D).
_____10. | You must always stop and put transmission in neutral to shift the transfer case because-- a. Only one shift can be made at a time. b. There is a large shift step between direct and low range that makes a large speed change. c. The transmission is shifted electrically and the transfer case is shifted manually. d. The transfer case will not shift with transmission in gear, and attempting to shift could cause damage.
_____11. | The engine brake should be used to-- a. Help slow the vehicle on grades. b. Brake the vehicle as a substitute for the service brakes. c. Stop and hold the vehicle. d. Help improve traction in rough terrain.
_____12. | Why should the engine be warm before using the engine brake? a. The brakes work better when everything is warm. b. The engine is less likely to run erratically when warm. c. The engine brake works best when the engine oil is warm and flows easily. d. Nothing works well when it is cold.
_____13. | Shift the transfer case to low range when-- a. It is slippery. b. Going into adverse off-road conditions or on steep grades. c. Starting a heavy load; then shift back to high range. d. It is necessary to engage front axles.
_____14. | The transfer case differential should be locked up-- a. Just after the wheels start slipping. b. At all times when operating the truck just to be safe. c. Just before entering a poor traction condition or steep grade. d. Only on the highway.
_____15. | The central tire inflation system (CTIS) controls-- a. Axle lockup and tire pressure. b. The vehicle's road speed. c. Truck air system. d. Only tire pressure.
_____16. | When using the CTIS, the overspeed indicator illuminates when-- a. Vehicle speed exceeds 55 MPH. b. Vehicle speed is too great for conditions. c. The vehicle's average speed for one minute exceeds the speed limit for the CTIS selector switch setting. d. The start switch is depressed.
_____17. | The CTIS start switch is used to-- a. Start a change in the vehicle's ride with soft tires. b. Change the tire pressure up or down. c. Change axle lockup condition. d. Initiate a change in the CTIS, and, in some cases, the axle lockup condition.
_____18. | The recommended method of braking a heavy truck with air brakes is-- a. Continuously apply and release the brake pedal-- pump the brakes. b. Apply steady pressure with the pedal in relation to conditions and stopping requirements. c. Push pedal down hard until the tires just start to slide. d. Deploy the parachute.
_____19. | If the "Do Not Shift" button on the transmission shift selector lights up while driving-- a. Pull over and stop as soon as possible. b. Do not make a gear shift selection, but keep going. c. Shift to neutral, then back to drive, and continue with the mission. d. The engine will stop and cannot be started again until the transmission problem is cured.
_____20. | The maximum water fording capability of the PLS truck is-- a. 28 inches. b. 48 inches. c. 36 inches. d. 60 inches.
_____21. | To go down a steep grade with a loaded truck on a road with good traction-- a. Apply the brakes and turn on engine brake only after it feels like you are going too fast. b. Turn on engine brake, then apply wheel brakes if vehicle is going too fast for engine brake to hold. c. Shift to a lower gear, turn engine brake on high, and start down under control, also using wheel brakes as required. d. Use the "emergency" CTIS setting.
_____22. | The Allison CLT-755 transmission, as used in the PLS truck, has-- a. Converter lockup in fourth gear only. b. Converter lockup in all gear ranges. c. No converter lockup. d. Electric overair shifting.
_____23. | The PLS air system will-- a. Lock up parking brakes if all tanks are drained. b. Provide automatic braking if the driver forgets to apply treadle valve. c. Provide the driver with 12 to 15 applications of the pedal if rear system fails. d. Provide emergency brakes only when button is pulled.
_____24. | When the LHS overload light comes on and LHS system stops, the operator should-- a. Check to determine if truck brakes are applied. b. Ignore the light because it is only a temporary signal. c. Stop loading, go to unload, and try again or reposition the load. d. Report the problem to Unit Maintenance.
_____25. | When doing PMCS-- a. Use your TM and follow instructions carefully. b. Do only what is necessary for a quick check. c. Ignore checking engine and transmission fluid levels because these components have electronic signaling devices. d. Have your buddy check the messy items.
_____26. | At what interval must the air tanks be drained? a. Monthly operation. b. Weekly operation. c. After daily operation. d. During daily operation.
_____27. | If there is an electrical failure-- a. Check to see if a fuse is blown. b. Check to see if a circuit breaker is tripped. c. Turn ignition off and on to recycle electronic system. d. Look for smoke.
_____28. | When there is a loss of air in the truck brake system-- a. Warnings will come on. b. The spring brakes will apply around 45 PSI. c. CTIS low air light will come on. d. All of the above.
_____29. | If the air cleaner restriction indicator shows yellow halfway up (15 inches or less), it means-- a. The vehicle is getting the best fuel economy. b. The engine was overloaded. c. The air filter needs to be checked and cleaned. d. The air filter is OK to operate engine.
_____30. | When loading the flatrack, it is-- a. Not necessary to be concerned with load placement. b. Important to load heavily towards the front near the hook loop. c. Important to load evenly, front to back, so the LHS will not overload. d. Important to load heavily towards the rear of the flatrack.

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1A
WRITTEN TEST ANSWER SHEET (PRIMARY)
1. | B | 11. | A | 21. | C
2. | B | 12. | C | 22. | B
3. | C | 13. | B | 23. | A
4. | C | 14. | C | 24. | C
5. | B | 15. | A | 25. | A
6. | B | 16. | C | 26. | C
7. | D | 17. | B | 27. | B
8. | C | 18. | B | 28. | D
9 | D | 19. | A | 29. | D
10. | D | 20. | B | 30. | C

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1A
WRITTEN TEST (ALTERNATE)
NAME__________________________ | RANK_______________ | DATE______________
Instructions for Test

A. | This test is administered to all PLS drivers. It consists of 30 multiple-choice questions.
B. | Read all questions and answers carefully; then write the answer that is MOST correct on the blank line to the left.
C. | Any unanswered questions will be scored as incorrect responses.

_____1. | Why should the engine be warm before using the engine brake? a. The brakes work better when everything is warm. b. The engine is less likely to run erratically when warm. c. The engine brake works best when the engine oil is warm and flows easily. d. Nothing works well when it is cold.
_____2. | If CTIS is set in emergency position, maximum speed should be 5 MPH because-- a. Steering response is limited due to full driveline lockup. b. It is important to go slowly in an emergency. c. You could overspeed the engine. d. To drive faster would put the CTIS into an overspeed condition.
_____3. | If the air cleaner restriction indicator shows yellow halfway up (15 inches or less), it means-- a. The vehicle is getting the best fuel economy. b. The engine was overloaded. c. The air filter needs to be checked and cleaned. d. The air filter is okay to operate engine.
_____4. | When there is a loss of air in the truck brake system-- a. Warnings will come on. b. The spring brakes will apply around 45 PSI. c. CTIS low air light will come on. d. All of the above.
_____5. | When loading the flatrack, it is-- a. Not necessary to be concerned with load placement. b. Important to load heavily towards the front near the hook loop. c. Important to load evenly, front to back, so the LHS will not overload. d. Important to load heavily towards the rear of the flatrack.
_____6. | You must always stop and put transmission in neutral to shift the transfer case because-- a. Only one shift can be made at a time. b. There is a large shift step between direct and low range that makes a large speed change. c. The transmission is shifted electrically and the transfer case is shifted manually. d. The transfer case will not shift with transmission in gear, and attempting to shift could cause damage.
_____7. | The engine brake should be used to-- a. Help slow the vehicle on grades. b. Brake the vehicle as a substitute for the service brakes. c. Stop and hold the vehicle. d. Help improve traction in rough terrain.
_____8. | At what interval must the air tanks be drained? a. Monthly operation. b. Weekly operation. c. After daily operation. d. During daily operation.
_____9. | Engine coolant temperature should not exceed-- a. 200°F b. 210°F c. 225°F d. 240°F
_____10. | When starting the engine, you should depress the throttle-- a. Halfway down. b. Not at all. c. Just a little to set the throttle. d. All the way down.
_____11. | The "low air" warning alarm will stop sounding when the air pressure gets above-- a. 40 PSI b. 50 PSI c. 60 PSI d. 80 PSI
_____12. | To activate either of the two blackout switches, you must-- a. First turn off headlights. b. Push on top part of either blackout switch. c. Press unlock tab and push top part of blackout selector switch. d. Both b and c.
_____13. | The "check engine" light tells the operator-- a. To shut down the engine immediately. b. The coolant temperature is too high. c. The oil pressure is too low. d. Some engine item needs attention soon, but will not cause serious damage.
_____14. | If the engine does not start after cranking for a while-- a. Wait at least 15 seconds before next attempt. b. Pump throttle pedal. c. Hold ether button for one minute. d. Check the emergency engine shutdown.
_____15. | To go down a steep grade with a loaded truck on a road with good traction-- a. Apply the brakes and turn on engine brake only after it feels like you are going too fast. b. Turn on engine brake; then apply wheel brakes if vehicle is going too fast for engine brake to hold. c. Use the "emergency" CTIS setting. d. Shift to a lower gear, turn engine brake on high, and start down under control, also using wheel brakes as required.
_____16. | If red needle on air gauge drops, while green needle does not-- a. This is no immediate problem. b. This means there is a failure in the rear section of the dual air brake system. c. It means CTIS is working. d. Both b and c.
_____17. | For normal driving conditions use which transmission gear range? a. One, then two, three, four, and drive (D). b. One to get started, then to drive (D). c. Neutral, then drive (D). d. Drive (D).
_____18. | If the "Do Not Shift" button on the transmission shift selector lights up while driving-- a. Pull over and stop as soon as possible. b. Do not make a gear shift selection, but keep going. c. Shift to neutral, then back to drive, and continue with the mission. d. The engine will stop and cannot be started again until the transmission problem is cured.
_____19. | When using the CTIS, the overspeed indicator illuminates when-- a. Vehicle speed exceeds 55 MPH. b. Vehicle speed is too great for conditions. c. The vehicle's average speed for one minute exceeds the speed limit for the CTIS selector switch setting. d. The start switch is depressed.
_____20. | Shift the transfer case to low range when-- a. It is slippery. b. Going into adverse off road conditions or on steep grades. c. Starting a heavy load; then shift back to high range. d. It is necessary to engage front axles.
_____21. | The CTIS start switch is used to-- a. Start a change in the vehicle's ride with soft tires. b. Change the tire pressure up or down. c. Change axle lockup condition. d. Initiate a change in the CTIS, and, in some cases, the axle lockup condition.
_____22. | When the LHS overload light comes on and LHS system stops, the operator should-- a. Check to determine if truck brakes are applied. b. Ignore the light because it is only a temporary signal. c. Stop loading, go to unload, and try again or reposition the load. d. Report the problem to Unit Maintenance.
_____23. | The recommended method of braking a heavy truck with air brakes is-- a. Apply steady pressure with the pedal in relation to conditions and stopping requirements. b. Continuously apply and release the brake pedal-- pump the brakes. c. Push pedal down hard until the tires just start to slide. d. Deploy the parachute.
_____24. | The maximum water fording capability of the PLS truck is-- a. 28 inches. b. 48 inches. c. 36 inches. d. 60 inches.
_____25. | The Allison CLT-755 transmission, as used in the PLS truck, has-- a. Electric overair shifting. b. No converter lockup. c. Converter lockup in fourth gear only. d. Converter lockup in all gear ranges.
_____26. | The PLS air system will-- a. Lock up parking brakes if all tanks are drained. b. Provide automatic braking if the driver forgets to apply treadle valve. c. Provide the driver with 12 to 15 applications of the pedal if rear system fails. d. Provide emergency brakes only when button is pulled.
_____27. | The transfer case differential should be locked up-- a. Just after the wheels start slipping. b. At all times when operating the truck just to be safe. c. Just before entering a poor traction condition or steep grade. d. Only on the highway.
_____28. | When doing PMCS-- a. Use your TM and follow instructions carefully. b. Do only what is necessary for a quick check. c. Ignore checking engine and transmission fluid levels because these components have electronic signaling devices. d. Have your buddy check the messy items.
_____29. | If there is an electrical failure-- a. Check to see if a fuse is blown. b. Check to see if a circuit breaker is tripped. c. Turn ignition off and on to recycle electronic system. d. Look for smoke.
_____30. | The central tire inflation system (CTIS) controls-- a. Axle lockup and tire pressure. b. The vehicle's road speed. c. Truck air system. d. Only tire pressure.

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1A
WRITTEN TEST ANSWER SHEET (PRIMARY)
1. | B | 11. | A | 21. | C
2. | B | 12. | C | 22. | B
3. | C | 13. | B | 23. | A
4. | C | 14. | C | 24. | C
5. | B | 15. | A | 25. | A
6. | B | 16. | C | 26. | C
7. | D | 17. | B | 27. | B
8. | C | 18. | B | 28. | D
9 | D | 19. | A | 29. | D
10. | D | 20. | B | 30. | C

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1B
WRITTEN TEST FOR TRAILER OPERATIONS (PRIMARY)
NAME_______________ | RANK__________ | DATE__________

Instructions for Test
| A. | This test is administered for trailer operations only. It consists of 10 multiple choice questions.
B. | Read all questions and answers carefully; then write the answer that is MOST correct on the blank line to the left.
C. | Any unanswered questions will be scored as incorrect responses.
TAKE THIS TEST ONLY IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN PLS TRAILER OPERATIONS.

_____1. | When stopped, you can check the trailer brakes by-- a. Checking trailer stop light. b. Listening for air going through trailer brake hoses. c. Moving the truck forward slowly and applying the trailer hand brake control. d. Disconnecting the trailer and watching to see if it rolls slightly.
_____2. | It is possible to make a left turn with the trailer, on an intersection of 30 foot roads, if-- a. You turn after going halfway into the intersection. b. You stop about halfway into the turn and carefully back 20 feet and then turn again. c. You turn sharply just after starting into the intersection. d. You watch your ground guide.
_____3. | With the truck and trailer fully loaded, the maximum grade capability is-- a. 30 percent. b. 25 percent. c. 45 percent. d. 60 percent.
_____4. | When coupling the trailer, care in aligning the truck with the drawbar is not too important because the drawbar can be extended or retracted and moved around for coupling. a. True. b. False
_____5. | When transferring the flatrack onto the trailer, three modes are used on the LHS hydraulic selector because-- a. It takes one mode to transfer the flatrack from the truck, and the other two for transferring the hook back onto the truck. b. It takes one mode to transfer the flatrack to the trailer; then the other two for positioning the flatrack properly back to the stops. c. It takes one mode to attach the hook, the second to transfer the flatrack from the truck, and the third to position the flatrack on the trailer. d. Three modes are better than two.
_____6. | Backing the PLS with trailer-- a. Should never be done. b. Can be done for a short distance or if the drawbar is pinned. c. Is not difficult if you always steer with the rear steer axle in sight. d. Is the least liked task on the PLS.
_____7. | The drawbar on the PLS trailer must be extended-- a. For normal on road driving. b. For all off-road driving. c. When transporting an ISO container on the truck. d. All of the above.
_____8. | The correct method to charge the PLS trailer air bag is to use-- a. The air bag charging hose. b. The trailer emergency air hose. c. The trailer service air hose. d. All of the above.
_____9. | To change a flat tire on the PLS trailer, you must use the following PLS truck basic issue item (BII)-- a. The air impact wrench. b. The ladder. c. The 33-mm socket. d. The 1 1/2-inch socket.
_____10. | After uncoupling from the PLS trailer, use the air assist lever to-- a. Apply air pressure to hold the drawbar from falling. b. Raise the drawbar to the horizontal position. c. Release air pressure to lower the trailer drawbar to the ground. d. Raise the drawbar above the level of the truck coupler.

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1B
WRITTEN TEST ANSWER SHEET FOR TRAILER OPERATIONS (PRIMARY)

1. | C
2. | C
3. | A
4. | B
5. | B
6. | B
7. | D
8. | A
9. | D
10. | C

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1B
WRITTEN TEST FOR TRAILER OPERATIONS (ALTERNATE)
NAME_______________ | RANK__________ | DATE___________
Instructions for Test

A. | This test is administered for trailer operations only. It consists of 10 multiple choice questions.
B. | Read all questions and answers carefully; then write the answer that is MOST correct on the blank line to the left.
C. | Any unanswered questions will be scored as incorrect responses.
TAKE THIS TEST ONLY IF YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED IN PLS TRAILER OPERATIONS.

_____1. | The correct method to charge the PLS trailer air bag is to use-- a. The air bag charging hose. b. The trailer emergency air hose. c. The trailer service air hose. d. All of the above.
_____2. | With the truck and trailer fully loaded, the maximum grade capability is-- a. 30 percent. b. 25 percent. c. 45 percent. d. 60 percent.
_____3. | After uncoupling from the PLS trailer, use the air assist lever to-- a. Apply air pressure to hold the drawbar from falling. b. Raise the drawbar to the horizontal position. c. Release air pressure to lower the trailer drawbar to the ground. d. Raise the drawbar above the level of the truck coupler.
_____4. | The drawbar on the PLS trailer must be extended-- a. For normal on-road driving. b. For all off-road driving. c. When transporting an ISO container on the truck. d. All of the above.
_____5. | When stopped, you can check the trailer brakes by-- a. Checking trailer stop light. b. Listening for air going through trailer brake hoses. c. Moving the truck forward slowly and applying the trailer hand brake control. d. Disconnecting the trailer and watching to see if it rolls slightly.
_____6. | Backing the PLS with trailer-- a. Should never be done. b. Can be done for a short distance or if the drawbar is pinned. c. Is not difficult if you always steer with the rear steer axle in sight. d. Is the least liked tasks on the PLS.
_____7. | It is possible to make a left turn with the trailer, on an intersection of 30 foot roads, if-- a. You turn after going halfway into the intersection. b. You stop about halfway into the turn and carefully back 20 feet and then turn again. c. You turn sharply just after starting into the intersection. d. You watch your ground guide.
_____8. | To change a flat tire on the PLS trailer, you must use the following PLS truck basic issue item (BII)-- a. The air impact wrench. b. The ladder. c. The 33-mm socket. d. The 1 1/2-inch socket.
_____9. | When transferring the flatrack onto the trailer, three modes are used on the LHS hydraulic selector because-- a. It takes one mode to transfer the flatrack from the truck and the other two for transferring the hook back onto the truck. b. It takes one mode to transfer the flatrack to the trailer, then the other two for positioning the flatrack properly back to the stops. c. It takes one mode to attach the hook, the second to transfer the flatrack from the truck, and the third to position the flatrack on the trailer. d. Three modes are better than two.
_____10. | When coupling the trailer, care in aligning the truck with the drawbar is not too important because the drawbar can be extended or retracted and moved around for coupling. a. True. b. False

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 1B
WRITTEN TEST ANSWER SHEET FOR TRAILER OPERATIONS (ALTERNATE)

1. | A
2. | A
3. | C
4. | D
5. | C
6. | B
7. | C
8. | D
9 | B
10. | B

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 2A

PERFORMANCE TEST

LOAD THE FLATRACK ONTO THE PLS TRUCK IN AUTOMATIC MODE

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 2A

PERFORMANCE TEST

UNLOAD THE FLATRACK FROM THE PLS TRUCK IN AUTOMATIC MODE

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 2B

PERFORMANCE TEST

TRANSFERRING FLATRACK (FR) ONTO PLS TRAILER FROM TRUCK

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 2B PERFORMANCE TEST

PERFORMANCE TEST

TRANSFERRING FLATRACK (FR) FROM TRAILER TO TRUCK

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 3

DRIVER'S PERFORMANCE TEST (ROAD TEST) INSTRUCTIONS

1. GENERAL.

a. This test is to be conducted according to the guidelines set forth in AR 600-55, The Army Driver and Operator Standardization Program. In addition, the specific directions for this test are to be followed without deviation. No omissions or changes in the wording of these directions are permitted.

b. The purpose of the road test is to evaluate the driver's ability to drive safely in most on-the-road situations. It serves as the basis for the issuance of an operator's permit and provides a means for instructional reinforcement and counseling. Driving weaknesses that surface as a result of the test should be called to the attention of the examinee so that specific steps can be taken to eliminate these weaknesses.

c. Final evaluations will be recorded on DA Form 348 or on an equivalent official form. Once this transfer of information has been accomplished, the completed DA Form 6125-R, Road Test Score Sheet, will be destroyed.

d. The examiner will be a thoroughly qualified operator of the PLS. Furthermore, he will be familiar with the road test route and the testing procedures, as set forth in AR 600-55 and this TC. Before administering the test to any examinees, he must practice administering the test to a regular licensed driver qualified on the PLS. This practice administration will help him become acquainted with the test route and testing procedures.

e. The road test will consist of three scored phases: the preventive maintenance checks and services test, the vehicle control test, and the on-the-road driving test. The driver will be tested on these phases in the order listed and will not move on to the next phase until successfully passing the previous phase. If the driver fails any phase of the test, the entire road test will be terminated at that point and the examiner will annotate the DA Form 6125-R and conduct an after-action review with the driver. This procedure will help to ensure that only safe and proficient drivers get behind the wheel of the PLS.

2. SETTING UP THE ROAD TEST. For the road test the driver drives a predetermined route. To set up the test, the examiner must plan the route to be used. Once a route is established (in a given locality) it should be used for all examinees who are to be tested in the PLS. Should it prove necessary to vary the route, care should be taken that the different kinds of route requirements, as well as the number of requirements, remain the same. Every road test route will meet the following requirements (to the extent possible):

a. An area to conduct PMCS.

(1) The site should be a flat parking area suitable for heavy vehicles.

(2) There should be at least 8 feet of open space around the vehicle. This will give the driver room to conduct the inspection and the examiner room to observe the driver's inspection performance.

(3) The site should be quiet enough that the examiner can hear the driver explain what he is doing during the inspection.

(4) Avoid using a parking space on a street or any place where traffic is passing close by.

b. A vehicle control test area with the following maneuvers:

(1) Forward stop (Figure 6-4). Pull vehicle forward through a straight alley and then stop the vehicle so that the frontmost part of the vehicle is within 2 feet of the forward stop line.

(2) Straight line backing (Figure 6-4). Back the vehicle through a straight alley and then stop the vehicle so that the frontmost part of the vehicle is within 2 feet of the stop line. To straight line back the PLS with trailer, the drawbar must be pinned.

(3) Right turn (Figure 6-3). Drive the vehicle forward about 30 to 50 feet, and then turn the vehicle right around a cone or other point. Bring the rear tires of the vehicle (truck or trailer) within 18 inches from the cone without touching it.

(4) Alley dock (Figure 6-5). If testing is conducted with the PLS trailer, the trailer must be uncoupled and this exercise conducted with the PLS truck only. Backing with the trailer is limited to straight line only. Pull the vehicle forward past the alley, keeping the alley entrance on the left. Back in a curved path into the alley without touching the sides, and stop the rear of the vehicle within 2 feet of the stop line at the rear of the alley.

c. On-the-road driving test with the following maneuvers:

(1) Eight left and eight right turns. Include turns at traffic lights, stop signs, and uncontrolled intersections. The turns should range from easy to somewhat difficult for a heavy vehicle. Get a mixture of types of intersections so that they vary in complexity.

(2) A straight section of urban business streets. The section should be 1 to 2 miles long with moderate traffic density. It should contain through intersections and intersections with traffic lights. Try to get a section where the driver can make lane changes somewhere along the route. The section should be one that lets the examiner see how the driver copes with traffic in a typical business area.

(3) Two through intersections and two intersections where a stop has to be made. If possible, these intersections should be included in the urban section.

(4) Two railway crossings. Try to get at least one uncontrolled crossing. The crossing should have enough sight distance for the examiner to see if the driver makes head search movements when approaching each crossing. The driver's attempt to look left and right down the track will often be the only way to tell if the driver noticed the crossing. If the area does not have any railway crossings, simulate this exercise.

(5) Two curves, one to the left and one to the right. Try to get curves tight enough to produce noticeable off-tracking.

(6) A two-lane rural or semirural road. This section should be about 2 miles long. If there is no rural road near the motor pool, an industrial street with few entrances and a higher speed limit is a good substitute. An undeveloped suburban road is another good substitute. In general, use any road that has characteristics similar to a rural road.

(7) A section of expressway. The section should start with a conventional ramp entrance and end with a conventional ramp exit. The section should be long enough for the PLS to make two lane changes. A section of four-lane highway can be used if there is no expressway available.

(8) A downgrade. The grade should be steep enough and long enough to require gearing down and braking. A steep short hill is the next best choice if a long grade cannot be found. If the local area does not have any steep grades, simulate this exercise.

(9) An upgrade. The grade should be steep enough and long enough to require gear changing to maintain speed. A steep short hill is the next best choice if a long grade cannot be found. If it is hard to find steep grades in the local area, use the same grade for both the downgrade and the upgrade.

(10) A downgrade for stopping. This is a grade where a vehicle can safely stop (or pull off) and park for a minute or so. The grade needs only to be steep enough to cause a vehicle to roll if the driver does not park properly. If the local area does not have any steep grades, simulate this exercise.

(11) An upgrade for stopping. This is another grade where a vehicle can safely stop and park for a minute or so. If needed, use the same grade as was used for the downgrade stop.

(12) One underpass or low clearance and one bridge. The underpass should have a posted clearance height. The bridge should have a posted weight limit. If the local area does not have underpasses or bridges with posted limits, use ones that do not have posted limits. If needed, substitute a bridge for an underpass or an underpass for a bridge. If the local area does not have any low clearances or bridges, look for places that have signs a PLS driver should see. Examples of such signs are "No Commercial Vehicles after 11:00 PM" or "Bridge with 10 Ton Weight Limit in 2 Miles."

d. Route design.

(1) When designing a route, try to include all of the specified maneuvers. If there is not an ideal example for a maneuver, find the closest substitute. Do not drop a maneuver because there is not ideal example of it. The important thing is to have a route that tests the driver in as wide a variety of situations as possible.

(2) There is no minimum length for a route and no minimum amount of time that a route must take. A route is acceptable whenever it has all the specified maneuvers. It is a good idea to have at least two routes available so that there is an alternate route if construction or traffic prevents using the primary route.

3. ADMINISTERING THE ROAD TEST.

a. Preventing accidents.

(1) Road tests should normally NOT be given if road or weather conditions present a hazard such as ice, snow, rain, or blowing dust. The exception is when testing is specifically for driving under such conditions.

(2) The examiner must always watch traffic conditions and warn the examinee of dangers which he may not see. If the driver becomes involved in a dangerous or unlawful moving traffic incident or an accident, terminate the test immediately. The examiner will drive the vehicle back to the start point once on-scene responsibilities are fulfilled.

b. Beginning the road test.

(1) Fill in the driver's name and your (examiner's) name on the front of the Road Test Score Sheet. (Figure 7-1 is a sample completed DA Form 6125-R . Reproducible DA Form 6125-R is located at the back of AR 600-55, available in multiple formats from DA Pamphlet 25-30 [E-Publications, E-Forms, Electronic Ordering Software, and joint Electronic Library] on CD-ROM, or directly from the U.S. Army Publishing Agency [USAPA] over the Internet.) Read the following instructions to the driver at the beginning of the test:

DURING THE ROAD TEST, I WILL GIVE YOU DIRECTIONS AS WE GO ALONG.

I WILL ALWAYS GIVE DIRECTIONS FOR TURNS AND SO ON AS FAR IN ADVANCE AS POSSIBLE.

THERE WILL BE NO TRICK DIRECTIONS TO GET YOU TO DO SOMETHING ILLEGAL OR UNSAFE.

KEEP IN MIND THAT YOU ARE ALWAYS IN CHARGE OF THE VEHICLE. DON'T FOLLOW A DIRECTION IF IT TURNS OUT AT THE LAST MINUTE TO LEAD TO AN UNSAFE ACT.

AS WE GO ALONG, I WILL BE MAKING VARIOUS MARKS ON THE SCORING FORM. WHEN YOU SEE THIS, IT DOESN'T NECESSARILY MEAN YOU HAVE DONE ANYTHING WRONG. IT IS BEST FOR YOU TO CONCENTRATE ON DRIVING AND NOT WORRY ABOUT WHAT I AM DOING.

YOUR SCORED TEST BEGINS WITH BEFORE-OPERATIONS PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES. IF YOU ARE SUCCESSFUL IN THAT PORTION OF THE TEST, YOU WILL PROCEED TO THE VEHICLE CONTROL TEST AND FINALLY TO THE ON-THE-ROAD DRIVING TEST. ARE THERE ANY QUESTIONS?

Figure 7-1. Road Test Score Sheet (Front) .

Figure 7-1. Road Test Score Sheet (Back).

(2) The road test actually begins when the driver starts his before-operations preventive maintenance checks and services. If the driver performs the PMCS to appropriate standards, the examiner will annotate in the Notes section of theDA Form 6125-R "Before-operations PMCS satisfactory." If he does not perform PMCS to the examiner's satisfaction, the examiner will stop the road test at that point and fail the driver. In this situation, the examiner will annotate "Before-operations PMCS unsatisfactory" in the Notes section, list specific deficiencies if possible, and refer the driver for further training. The examiner will follow the same procedures for grading during- and after-operations PMCS.

(3) If the driver successfully completes the before- operations PMCS, he will proceed to the vehicle control test. It is important to ensure that the driver is proficient in basic vehicle control skills before taking him on the road with other traffic.

(a) Upon arrival at the vehicle control test site, give the driver an overview of all four exercises (forward stop, straight line backing, right turn, alley dock). Use a diagram of the site to show the driver what to do, and explain he will get detailed instructions for each exercise as it comes up. When he is ready, the driver gets into the vehicle and proceeds to the first exercise for instructions.

(b) The examiner will evaluate the exercises from the ground and observe the driver's ability to control the vehicle during each maneuver. If the driver demonstrates satisfactory vehicle control skills, the examiner will indicate in the Notes section "Vehicle control test satisfactory." If the driver is unable to satisfactorily negotiate the course, the examiner will stop the road test and fail the driver at that point. The examiner will indicate in the Notes section "Vehicle control test unsatisfactory," indicate specific weaknesses if possible, and refer the driver for further training.

(4) If the driver satisfactorily completes the vehicle control test, he will proceed to the driving portion of the road test. When the driver is ready, get into the vehicle with the driver and start giving directions for following the road test route. Give the directions in the form: At the (location), make (maneuver). For example, "At the next intersection, turn right," or "At the stop sign, turn left."

(5) If necessary, give combined directions. For example, "Immediately after you complete your right turn, you will have to turn left into that road over there."

(6) Avoid using commercial signs or buildings as landmarks for directions unless there is no alternative. Do not assume that the driver is familiar enough with the area that he knows such landmarks.

(7) Give directions well before the maneuver is to be performed. Always give a direction at a point where the driver can see where he will do the maneuver. However, give the directions close enough to the location so the driver can be sure of where to do the maneuver. For example, do not tell the driver to turn at the next intersection if there is another intersection before the one where you want the driver to turn.

(8) In addition to directions for getting the driver around the route, there are some directions to give for the expressway, urban straight, and rural sections.

(a) At the beginning of the expressway section say, "We will be driving along this expressway for about (two or however many) miles. When it is safe to do so, make a lane change to the left. Then when it is safe to do so, make a lane change to the right."

(b) At the beginning of the urban straight section, say, "We will be driving along this street for about (two or however many) miles. When it is safe to do so, make a lane change to the left. Then when it is safe to do so, make a lane change back to the right. When we get near the end of this section, I will tell you what to do next."

(c) At the beginning of the rural section, say, "We will be driving along this road for about (two or however many) miles. When we get near the end, I will tell you what to do next."

(9) In general, give all directions in a way that avoids distracting the driver. Also, avoid unnecessary conversation.

4. SCORING THE ROAD TEST.

a. The scoring form for the road test is DA Form 6125-R, a two-sided single sheet. (Figure 7-1 is a sample completed DA Form 6125-R. Reproducible DA Form 6125-R is located at the back of AR 600-55). The main headings in the boxes give the names of the different maneuvers. Each maneuver has a list of driver behaviors to be scored. Beside each behavior is a letter "O" used for marking the driver for the behavior. In cases where a maneuver is done several times on the route, there is a column of O's for each time the maneuver appears on the route.

b. To score a behavior, draw a stroke through the O whenever the driver's performance is unsatisfactory. Make no mark if the driver performs the behavior correctly. For each maneuver, there is a "No Errors" category at the bottom of the list of behaviors. There is a space beside "No Errors" where you can put a check mark if the driver is satisfactory on all behaviors. These check marks will show that you scored the driver even if the driver made no errors.

c. The only other marking that needs to be done on the test is to indicate maneuvers that were not done. A maneuver might not be done because you missed it for some reason or because there was no opportunity for it on the route. To show that a maneuver was not performed, draw a vertical line down through the entire column of O's used for marking that maneuver.

d. To score the maneuver, follow these steps:

(1) Find the maneuver on the score sheet and be ready to mark it.

(2) Check the driver and the traffic. When the driver can pay attention, give the directions for the next maneuver.

(3) Watch the driver perform the maneuver.

(4) Mark the score sheet.

e. Mark the driver's score sheet immediately after each maneuver. Do not try to remember what the driver does and mark the sheet later on in the route or back at the office.

f. The following paragraphs describe how to mark the score sheet for each type of maneuver:

(1) Stop/start on a grade. There are two columns of O's to mark: one for the upgrade stop and one for the downgrade stop. The columns are labeled "Up" and "Down." The behaviors are organized in three groups: approach, stop, and resume. Score each group separately as the driver does them. Score the approach as soon as the driver comes to a stop. Then check the stop behaviors and score them before telling the driver to continue. After the driver pulls away, score the rest of the behaviors.

(2) Expressway. Score the expressway section in three phases: merge on, lane changes, and exit. Mark each phase as the driver completes it. There are two columns of O's for the lane changes. Mark the one labeled "Left" for the lane change to the left. Mark the one labeled "Right" for the lane change to the right.

(3) Driving upgrade and driving downgrade. Driving up a grade and driving down a grade are scored separately. Observe how the driver handles the grade, and score the behaviors listed. It is especially important that the driver use the proper gear and appropriate signals and speed on grades because these can affect other traffic.

(4) General driving behavior. General behaviors such as gear changing should be marked at the end of the test. Specific actions such as traffic violations can be marked when they happen. There is also space to write notes. Use this space to make notes of things that do not fit into any scoring categories or to record any unusual events during the test. Remember to draw a vertical line through behaviors that are not graded, such as use of clutch when grading on the PLS.

(5) Turns. There are eight columns of O's on the left of the box; eight columns of O's on the right (Figure 7-1). The columns on the left are for left turns. The ones on the right are for right turns. The columns are numbered according to the order in which the turns occur on the route. Column 1 of the left turn columns is for the first left turn on the route, Column 2 is for the second turn, and so on. The first few times an examiner uses a route, it is a good idea to write the names of the locations of the turns at the tops of the columns. This will help keep track of the turns until the route is completely memorized.

(a) Mark a turn in four steps: "Approach," "If Vehicle Stops," "Turning," and "Completes Turn." Mark the "If Vehicle Stops" section only if the driver has to make a legal stop before starting the turn, such as at a traffic light, a stop sign, or yield sign. Do not mark this section if the driver stops for some other reason, such as being blocked by other vehicles part way around the turn.

(b) It is important to observe whether the driver is aware of his vehicle position throughout the turn, especially for the PLS truck when towing the PLS trailer, because it can affect other traffic. If there is more than one left turn lane, the driver should start his turn from the rightmost turn lane.

(6) Railway crossing. This section has three columns for scoring. The ones labeled "1" and "2" are for actual railway crossings on the route. The one labeled "S" is for the simulated crossing. Vehicles hauling hazardous cargo are required by law to stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail and take whatever actions are necessary to look and listen for trains; for example, open window.

(7) Bridge/underpass. There is one space for marking a bridge and one for marking an underpass.

(8) Curves. There are two columns for scoring curves. The one labeled "Left" is for a curve that turns to the left. The column labeled "Right" is for a curve that turns to the right. Drivers should reduce to a safe speed before entering the curve, then maintain that speed during the curve.

(9) Urban/rural straight sections. This section has two columns. Use the one labeled "Urban" for the urban section. Use the one labeled "Rural" for the rural section. In most cases, you will mark the driver when he gets to the end of the section. However, if you see the driver make an error while driving along the section, such as driving in the wrong lane, mark the error as soon as you see it. The driver should drive in the right lane if it is clear or in the center lane if the right lane is blocked or has a large volume of merging traffic.

(10) Lane changes. The column labeled "Left" is for a lane change to the left. The column labeled "Right" is for a lane change to the right. The lane changes are part of the urban section (in addition to the expressway section). Mark each lane change as soon as the driver makes it.

(11) Intersections. There are four columns for marking the driver on intersections. Columns 1 and 2 are for intersections where the driver has to make a legal stop; for example, at a traffic light or a stop sign. Columns 3 and 4 are for marking intersections that the driver goes straight through. There are two phases to marking a stop intersection: stopping and driving through. For a stop intersection, driving through items cover the time from when the driver starts off from the stop to when the driver resumes normal traffic speed. For a driving through intersection, you only mark columns 3 and 4. The urban straight section normally has more than enough intersections to score. Start scoring the intersections as soon as the examinee begins driving along the section. Score stop and through intersections in whatever order they come up in. It does not matter if an intersection with traffic lights is sometimes scored as a stop intersection and sometimes scored as a through intersection.

(12) Search, direction, and speed. Most of the grading blocks discussed above have areas for grading search, direction, and speed in addition to the other behaviors listed. These are general categories which the examiner should be monitoring through each exercise.

(a) Search. At all times during the road test, the driver must be constantly checking the front, sides, and rear of his vehicle for traffic, pedestrians, obstructions, emergencies, and so forth. During each maneuver, the examiner must observe whether the driver is checking around him and yields right of way to other road users when appropriate.

(b) Direction. The driver must be aware of the position of his vehicle at all times. During each maneuver, the examiner must observe the vehicle position in the lane, whether the vehicle is in the correct lane, and whether the driver maintains the appropriate distance from traffic, stop lines, and so on.

(c) Speed. The driver must be aware not only of his speed in comparison with the speed limit, but how his speed affects other traffic. During each maneuver, the examiner must watch to see that the driver maintains posted speed limits, accelerates and decelerates smoothly, uses the proper gear for his speed, and blends in with the traffic flow. The examiner must also observe that the driver does not lug or race the engine, coast the vehicle, change gears or brake on tracks or in the middle of intersections, stall the engine, and so forth.

(13) Driver errors at nonmarking locations. Since the examiner scores at predetermined locations, there will be occasions when the driver makes an error at some place other than one of these locations. Score the error in the General Driving Behavior section of the form if appropriate. Otherwise, ignore the error. If the route has a lot of places where the examiner cannot score the driver, the route is probably inefficient. If the driver makes errors in places where the examiner does not score, the driver will likely make errors in places where scoring can be done. Do not decide where to score a driver based on when the driver makes an error. Stick to scoring at the predetermined locations.

5. COMPUTING THE DRIVER'S SCORE.

a. Road test score sheet. At the end of the test, make sure all driver and examiner information is completed. Check that everything is marked clearly and correctly. Be sure to cross out maneuvers that were not done on the test. Review the scored maneuvers for repeated errors and score errors in the general driving behavior. Carefully add the number of marked letter O's and write the total in the "Score" space on the front of the form. A passing score is 25 errors or less. The driver fails the road test if he makes 26 or more errors (errors accumulated on the vehicle control test DO NOT count toward the score on the driving portion of the road test). If the score is close to a failing score, double-check that you have added correctly.

b. Failures. Annotate reason for failure in the Notes section; for example, "Examinee exhibited undue nervousness." The following are some reasons for failures:

(1) Any unsafe driving act.

(2) Failure to properly perform PMCS.

(3) Not knowing location and function of gauges and controls.

(4) Unsatisfactory performance on vehicle control test.

(5) Undue nervousness.

(6) Failure to achieve minimum passing score.

NOTE: | If the individual scores 25 errors or less, but the examiner feels that the individual needs additional training, the examiner has the right not to issue a license.

c. After-action review (AAR). Whether the driver passes or fails, the examiner will review the results of the road test with him and bring to his attention any weaknesses that require further practice or training. If the driver failed, tell him what caused him to fail. Advise him that an Army Standard OF 346 cannot be issued and he will have to retake the entire performance test at a later date. Pass or fail, the results must be recorded on the DA Form 6125-R.

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 4

PERFORMANCE TEST
OFF-ROAD DRIVING

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 5

PERFORMANCE TEST
COUPLE THE PLS TRAILER TO THE PLS TRUCK

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING OBJECTIVE 5

PERFORMANCE TEST
UNCOUPLE THE PLS TRAILER TO THE PLS TRUCK