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Q         I went to school and got my CDL and went to work for a company to get more training and they put me with my husband, not a trainer. We went on the road but my husband didn''t train me. Now I would like to go back on the road, but how do I get the training I need? I loved it out there. Thank you.

A         This is why I never recommend a spouse train their significant other. Not only does the training processes suffer but so does the relationship. Working together is one thing but having one person train, therefore being the boss so to speak, is another. We are too apt to just do it ourselves and certain skills go unlearned. All you really need to do is call companies and tell them that you have your CDL and experience but you feel you need to spend six weeks or so with a trainer. Tell them the truth: That you did not receive sufficient training with your husband. I know that most companies are more than willing to work with you on this. They want you to be a safe confident driver too. Good Luck!!

Q         I have a CDL and want to know if I get caught driving my personal automobile with a BAC of .04, do I lose my CDL license for one year?

A         Not necessarily. If you are suspended due to the ticket then that also applies to your CDL. However, most companies will frown on this and not hire you for insurance reasons. You have made yourself too high of a risk by receiving a DUI. Your safest and best bet is to call a cab or a friend for a ride if you have been drinking. Drinking and driving is just plain irresponsible and stupid. You have too much to loose and I am not just talking about your CDL.