ONLINE TESTING: The FSI Online Airbrake Program is intended to be a review and study aid for students who will take the Alberta Air Brake Exam at the time of registering.
There's no final test, however there are exercises and sample tests along with other activities.
Online Certificate of Completion: Upon successful completion of the online course the certificate is available for download and printing.
Test your knowledge of the driver such as Air brake endorsement
You must be able to pass the Knowledge Test before you can obtain an endorsement for air brakes. Once you have passed the test, you will need be able to meet additional requirements in order for the certificate (you cannot drive a car that has air brakes from the beginning).
It is necessary to pass the Knowledge Test for drivers before you get the air brake certification. The test yourself (with the help of no one else or any resource materials).
The most heavy and massive cars (like buses, commercial vehicles and motorhomes) typically have air brakes. The requirement is to have an endorsement for air brakes on your driver's license prior to driving an automobile equipped fitted with air brakes.
The things you'll be testing to test
It is recommended to read your copy of the Air Brake Manual (PDF) to help you prepare to take the Knowledge Test. The test will assess your knowledge about air brakes (including the pre-trip inspection of air brakes). This Knowledge Test has 20 multiple-choice questions. For you to pass the test, you have be able to answer 16 questions correct.
Languages
The Knowledge Test is available online available in English as well as French. If you'd like to pass the test in a different language, you can contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to discuss your options and to arrange to test the test in conjunction with an interpreter.
If you fail the Knowledge Test
If you do not pass this Knowledge Test, you need to buy a second test and pass over again.
If you took the Knowledge Test online, there's no requirement to wait until the next day before retaking the test (you may go back and take the test when you're ready). If you took the exam in person you'll need to wait at least the following day to take the test.
After passing the Knowledge Test
It isn't possible to get an air brake endorsement until as soon when you've passed the Knowledge Test and you can't use a vehicle equipped using air brakes from the moment you pass. You must visit Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia to complete all the requirements to get the endorsement.
The Knowledge Test results are valid for twelve months. In the event of a gap between 12 and 24 months you will need to repeat the test.
Further requirements are required to obtain the air brake approval
For you to obtain your air brake endorsement it is also necessary to:
- You must present your driver's license (class 1 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6)
- Pay the cost for upgrading your driver's licence and then add an endorsement on your license.
If you pass the Knowledge Test online, you have to go to Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia after you successfully pass the test, to finish additional requirements in order to receive an certification. There is no requirement to fulfill one of these additional conditions prior to taking the test.
Other license classes
For now, you may only test the Knowledge Test online for a Motorcycle Learner Licence, Learner's Licence (class 7) and Farm Tractor Licence (class 8) or an air brake endorsement. If you want to take the test for any other type of license, you will must take the Knowledge Test in person.
Eligibility
It is possible to take the Knowledge Test for an air brake endorsement when you meet all of the criteria listed below:
- If you're older than 16,
- If you hold a driver's licence (class 1 2, 3, 4 5, or 6)
- If you satisfy all requirements for obtaining an endorsement for air brakes
- You don't have outstanding fees or costs
- the licence you have is not suspended. you're not banned from obtaining another licence due to any motive
If you're uncomfortable writing a test Contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to organize to test the test via verbal.
What is the best way to pass the test?
- Read and study the Air Brake Manual (PDF) in preparation in your Knowledge Test.
- Fill out this Application Information Form online.
- Make sure to include a payment form with the application.
- Fill out the completed form, and make pay.
- The company will send you an email with an invoice confirmation. Save a copy of it for documents.
- After you have paid then you are free to complete the test as soon as you are able. Then, you may take the test later in the day when you sign in using the code that was provided within your confirmation email.
What is the time frame?
It is necessary to pass the Knowledge Test within 30 minutes. It is expected that you will receive the test results immediately. If you test on the internet and your score was flagged to be reviewed you should wait one week for you to receive the test results.
Cost
| Activity | Fee |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Licence Knowledge Test | $15.15 |
Options for payment
Card for credit (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), cheque, debit card money order or cash. Pay your check or money purchase payable to Minister of Finance. The payment options you can choose from will depend upon the method you choose to take the exam.
If you are paying online, you must pay for the transaction using a debit or credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Visa Debit, Debit Mastercard).
Before you begin
- Meet the criteria to be eligible to be eligible for an endorsement of the air brake
- Pay any fines that are owed or fees for privilege reinstatement
Test your knowledge online
If you are taking the Knowledge Test online you need an email address (this is the address where tests results are transmitted). Additionally, you'll require a computer on your desktop or laptop (you cannot test using tablets, smartphones or some other gadget) as well as a web camera that is connected to your computer laptop (the camera can take pictures of you as you take the exam).
If you're prepared to take the test, conduct a practice test to familiarize yourself with the test online.
Alternative ways to pass the test
It is possible to visit Registry of Motor Vehicles or Access Nova Scotia to take the Knowledge Test in person if you're not able to take the test on line. You can also contact Registry of Motor Vehicles to schedule an appointment or make appointments online via Access Nova Scotia.
Other information
Air Brakes – Master Driver
Know the mechanism of brakes Learn how to inspect the brake system and how to properly use the brake system.
The improper adjustment of brakes is one of the primary reasons tractor-trailers get off service. In general, brake violations are among the most prevalent roadside violations that are reported to the roadway. This kind of failure or defect should not occur if the vehicle is well maintained and routinely inspected vehicle. A skilled CMV driver needs to ensure that your brakes work correctly prior to every journey.
This class is intended to aid drivers in understanding how brakes work in a way that allows them to thoroughly check the brake system and to utilize brakes properly to ensure they don't become worn-out or fail in the times when they're needed most.
Topics
- Components and Systems
- Components
- Parking Brakes
- Emergency Brakes
- Service Brakes
- Wheel Components
- Releasing Parking Brakes
- Applying the Parking Brakes
- Applying Service Brakes
- Air Leak Safety Features
- Component Inspections
- System Check
When they have completed this course, students will be able to:
- Define air brake systems and the way they function
- Define the procedure for inspecting the brake system
- Define how to utilize brakes properly to avoid early wear and eventual failure.
Airbrake Refresher Online Training
ONLINE ASSESSMENT It is the FSI Online Airbrake Program is created to serve as a refresher program and study tool for students who will take the Alberta Air Brake Exam at an exam registry.
There is no end-of-course examination, however it includes exercises and sample tests in addition.
Contact People Driving Academy Inc.:
Address
5850 88 Ave NE #6190, Calgary, AB T3J 0Z7
Phone
+1 (403) 612-0040
Hours of operation
Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
<> Wednesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday ClosedMap
Online CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: Upon successful completion of this course online, an official certificate of completion can be downloaded and printing.
Training in air and commercial brakes
The majority of the time there is a need for expert driver education to become an experienced commercial driver. It will assist you in passing your exams and develop the necessary skills to ensure safety and security when driving.
Mandatory Entry-Level Training
If you are planning to join me a Class-1 licensed commercial driver, then you could require B.C. 's Class 1 MELT training .
Go through the MELT FAQs for further details.
Advantages of driver training in commercial vehicles
The professional driver's education can be beneficial to you.
- master the art of operating the commercial vehicle safely
- Learn to park, drive in traffic, or other actions at a safe, low-risk manner, and
- get ready for your trip examination and prepare for your road practice.
Where can I get commercial driver's training
Training can be found at accredited B.C. driving colleges and schools. Certain companies also offer in-house training for employees.
Find a driving instructor
Training and endorsements for air brakes
In order to operate a vehicle that has air brakes an road (public road) is required the B.C. driver's license with an endorsement for air brakes.
How do you get an endorsement for the use of air brakes?
In order to obtain an "on-highway" air brake endorsement you need to
- must be at least 16 years old
- Learn to use an air brake course
- Pass a test on knowledge pass a knowledge test,
- Pass a pre-trip check.
Are you familiar with the air brake?
In certain instances, motorists who have a significant amount of experience in air brakes or mechanical trade certifications are not required to attend the air brake class.
Air brake training courses
There are two types of air brake classes are offered in B.C. : Driver-Certification and Standard.
Find a driving instructor
Course for driver-certification of air brakes
An accredited course will include
- 7 hours of class theory Plus
- 4 hours of education for pre-trip inspections of air brakes.
If you are able to pass this class then you don't have to sit for an ICBC air brakes pre-trip exam for inspection.
The standard air brake course
Standard courses include seven hours of class theory about air brake systems.
Locations for training
Courses in air brakes are provided by
- Driving schools
- Community colleges, as well as
- firms who train their employees.
Find a nearby service
- Office of driver license
- Autoplan broker
- Claim centre
- Repair of collisions
- Glass repair facility
- Commercial repair facility
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Insurance for autos, driver licensing and identification of vehicles and registration for road security
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