How to safely complete a right turn in a semi-truck

Join Schneider Driver Ambassador Wes Arnott to get a complete breakdown of how you can safely complete right turns in a semi-truck.
*This video was filmed within a safe zone in the Schneider yard.
Please note that this is just one example of how to safely complete a turn. It is important to remember the type of driver you are, the company you work for and the type of truck you drive can impact how to best make turns. Be sure to consult your company guidelines or speak with your leader for more information and training.
Key moments:
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - The 5 S's of making a turn
0:48 - Set up
1:07 - Signal
1:12 - Slow down
1:35 - Survey
1:57 - Steer
2:54 - Outro
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[@juliogonzo2718]

What if you have to turn sharply enough that you can no longer see the trailer in your convex mirror? I drive a daycab so I can cheat and look out the back window but you can't do that in a sleeper.

[@jjtrades7186]

I always go straight out as far as I can, and then cut to the right. If its a sharper turn I will sometimes get the tractor all the way over i to the lane to my left whether its an oncoming traffic lane or not to make sure my trailer will clear any ditches/signs/power poles

[@millionairemelly4164]

Should have showed the turn from a above angle.

[@Josevatz293]

Do these apply to one ton trucks such as a Chevy 3500 duramax

[@jamesd1672]

Are you pulling a trailer?

[@Josevatz293]

@@jamesd1672 speaking in general. Company just bought the specific truck I’m talking bout and was wondering. I’m starting to get into trucks so I’m learning

[@jamesd1672]

​@Josevatz293 If its a 1ton truck by its self, whitout a trailer then no. If you are pulling a 40 foot goose neck or 5th wheel trailer then yes. It also depends on the truck wheelbase configuration such as short bed, long bed, or long bed with 4 door.
For example I have a chevy 3500hd dulley flatbed. Short wheelbase allows a very tight turning radius unlike a ford king ranch f350 4door long bed.

[@catsos9433]

Haha, don't forget to come to a complete stop at a stop sign...

[@jjtrades7186]

Totally caught that too. California rolled it in a how-to tutorial lol

[@malickgaye914]

Hi my name is malick gaye I'm driver truck driver truck I'm from sénégal I like to work there and schneider truck

[@jjtrades7186]

Lol

[@oscarr.camacho7257]

EXELLENT🫡

[@SOFTASROCK]

Bad video

[@LuisDaBeast]

Horrible video😂😂

[@CompanyDriver]

Great video! Thank you for sharing these important tips on how to safely complete a right turn in a semi-truck. It's crucial to be aware of blind spots and use proper signaling to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the road. I also have videos on my channel (@CompanyDriver) that cover similar topics, so be sure to check them out too!