Scoring
1. The total amount of points awarded throughout the Championship is: 50 x number of obstacles/events (example: a course with 6 obstacles/events would be 50 x 6 = 300 points)
2. Each course station has a maximum value of 50 points. Points will be deducted at each course station as described under Field Test Course Obstacles. Deductions will not exceed the maximum points for any station. There are no negative scores, except for Time. (see #4 below)
3. Tiebreakers - In the event of a tie, the winner will be decided by the following procedure: The contestant with the highest total score for the Alley Stop/Loading Stop and the Right Angle Turn, or another measurement obstacle (2 measurement obstacles required) will be declared the winner. If a tie still exists, the contestant with the faster Course Time will be declared the winner.
4. Scoring for Time: No points are awarded for Time, but points are deducted for times exceeding the Official Time in each class. The Official Time for each class is determined by discarding the longest and shortest times, and averaging the remaining times.
*** Bonus points are not awarded for time.
Points will be deducted from your total score according to the following schedule:
At or below class average- No deduction
First 29 seconds over the class average- 5 points
From 30 - 59 seconds over class average- 10 points in addition
From 60 - 74 seconds over class average- 15 points in addition
More than 75 seconds over class average- 20 points in addition
The maximum deduction is 50 points.
Scoring For Other Tests
Knowledge Test
Maximum value is 50 points. There are 50 multiple-choice questions selected from the questions at the back of this manual. These questions are designed to test your knowledge of safe driving procedures, the transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations, and general knowledge of the trucking industry. You have 30 minutes to complete the exam. Any talking, looking around, etc. will result in disqualification at the discretion of the Test Official.
3-Point Entry / Seat Belt / 3-Point Exit
Maximum value is 50 points. When entering and exiting the vehicle, you are expected to maintain 3-point contact at all times. You are expected to fasten your seat belt.
Circle Check / Defect
Maximum value is 50 points. You must complete a circle check and must follow a systematic routine within the specified time. .
For Straight Truck competitors, the test will be conducted on a straight truck. Maximum time is five (5) minutes.
For all Tractor-Trailer and Tractor-Train competitors, the test may be conducted on a tractor-trailer. Maximum time is eight (8) minutes.
The vehicle will have five defects, which you are expected to locate and describe. 8 points are awarded for each defect you find. The defects will be detectable without starting the vehicle or turning on any lights. 10 points are awarded for a proper systematic inspection.
Appearance
No points are awarded. A neat, tidy appearance, appropriate dress and a professional attitude are expected.
