Details: Employees attend a PLC 3-day class in Central Maine (online is an option but not recommended per the instructor) that covers the 30 topics that FMCSA requires from Regulation 380, App. A. (Theory)At the end of the class, the PLC certifies the employee’s participation in the Theory class on the FMCSA website.
The employee may then apply to take the state permit test (Maine and Vermont) when they are ready. (May need a med card)
With successful completion of the state permit test, and with guidance from the PLC, the contractor/employer will then register as a Training Provider on the FMCSA website to provide (Behind-the-Wheel) and (Range) training for the employee. The Training Provider must have a driver with two years’ experience with a CDL to oversee driver instruction. Once deemed ready, the company/employee can then schedule the state driving test.
Email jessica@plcloggers.org or call 207-688-8195 with questions.
