3 points of contact example 2 hands 1 foot touching the truck hand rails and steps

Wether you are getting out of the truck at the end of your day or you are getting out a dozen times during a difficult backing maneuver, the rule still applies. More drivers get hurt when they are either in a hurry to exit/enter the vehicle or just become complacent "hopping into and out of" their truck. There is only one correct way, not a way for when you are in a hurry and a way for when you have lot's of time on your hands. But you'll notice the heavier the driver is, the less apt he is to "hastily" enter or exit the vehicle in an improper manner ... for whatever reason.

If I remember right (when entering or exiting the vehicle), your supposed to have one foot on the step, one hand on a hand rail by the door & one hand on a door handle or either the steering wheel & steady yourself getting in &/or out of the vehicle.

Hence: One foot & two hands = three point contact.

Odd that is actually in the DMV handbook! Thought it was always more of a company safety thing. Why would Uncle Sam care if we busted our @$$ getting out of the truck?! No money in it for them!

Here's another biggie not mentioned in the book... Wipe the diesel off your feet after you fuel! This can make your shoes like ice skates and not only dangerous climbing in and out of your truck but it will make your feet slip off the brake and clutch potentially breaking your shin bone or jumping the truck forward and running someone over in the fuel island! Happens a lot!

One more they don't tell you.... When in Wyoming or Nebraska where the wind usually exceeds 45mph everyday keep your hand on the handle of the door when opening so that it doesn't get snatched off the truck. Same when entering the vehicle, the door could slam so hard it would break your leg were it in the way!

you have total of four limbs.any combo of three must be in contact somewhere on vehicle.