BIS Safety Software

Pulling Doubles

This digital program equips drivers with the necessary knowledge for managing two "pup" trailers.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Handling two “pup” trailers concurrently poses unique difficulties to drivers as compared to managing a single trailer. To grasp these disparities, drivers must acquire an operational understanding of the specific equipment and jargon associated with pulling doubles. This Pulling Doubles course presents a comprehensive understanding of the standard double, outlines the basic rules for hauling them, and delves into topics such as linking and unlinking, defensive driving strategies, and parking and reversing a double, among others.

Upon the completion of this Pulling Doubles course, you will be equipped to:

Clarify what standard doubles entail and the advantages they offer;
Elucidate the correct procedure to load, link, and unlink leading and trailing trailers;
Determine how to examine and test elements of doubles to guarantee a safe drive;
Understand how to practice defensive driving while hauling doubles on the freeway;
Summarize extra precautions when making turns, parking, and reversing.

COURSE TOPICS

Linking and unlinking
Defensive driving strategies
Parking
Reversing
And more

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated 60 minutes

PASS MARK

The testing conducted in this online Pulling Doubles course aims to reinforce the topics covered. A score of 80% is required to obtain a certificate of completion. Participants have the opportunity to retake the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be accessible for download and print.

COURSE PREVIEW