Truck Driver's Guidebook

Driver | Vehicle | Load | Road | Misc.

Source: Michigan Center for Truck Safety

Driver Information

• Qualifications
• Michigan commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Hours of service
• Drug and alcohol testing
• Michigan alcohol laws

• Inspection, repair and maintenance
• Mud flaps
• Brakes
• Safety devices
• Vehicle and load size
• Michigan weight and axle loads
• Bridge gross weight formula

• Hazardous materials
• Cargo securement
• Vehicle and load size

• Motor carrier posts and weigh stations
• Truck stops with overnight parking
• General information

• Definitions
• Safety videos
• Useful websites
• Telephone numbers