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New Driver Orientation Checklist & Record
Guide a practical driver orientation and document equipment demonstrations, reporting contacts, and remaining training needs.
Who It’s For
Supervisors and trainers introducing drivers to a fleet’s procedures.
How to Use It
Complete with the driver before independent work. Demonstrate the equipment and procedures the driver will actually use. Record any follow-up and keep attendance or training evidence with your company records. This is company orientation, not an ELDT or specialized-training certificate.
What’s Included
- Practical orientation topics
- Demonstration and follow-up record
- Driver and trainer acknowledgment
Record what was actually taught and demonstrated. A signature alone does not establish skill or complete legally required entry-level, hazardous-materials, or other specialized training.
Put It into Practice
Need help applying this to your operation? Build a practical safety training plan.
Related Downloads
Official References
Check the applicable requirements alongside your company procedures.
Using This Download
Is this a fillable PDF?
This is a printable 1-page PDF. Complete it by hand after printing, or add text with a PDF editor. It does not contain interactive form fields.
Can MSM customize it for our company?
Yes. MSM clients can ask their MSM team to adapt the resource to company procedures, reporting contacts, equipment, and branding. The standard public download is available to everyone.
Reviewed October 26, 2026. These resources support U.S. trucking safety work. Apply the rules, exceptions, equipment instructions, and state requirements relevant to your operation. A completed form does not by itself establish compliance.