; and (2) may drive a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce once such apprentice completes such an apprenticeship program. (c) Form of apprenticeship program For purposes of this section, the term apprenticeship program means one that is defined and structured as follows: (1) 120-hour probationary period (A) In general The apprentice shall complete 120 hours of on-duty time, of which at least 80 hours are driving time in a commercial motor vehicle. (B) Performance benchmarks In order to complete the 120-hour probationary period, an employer shall determine that the apprentice is competent in the following areas: (i) Interstate, light city traffic, rural two-lane, and evening driving. (ii) Safety awareness. (iii) Speed and space management. (iv) Lane control. (v) Mirror scanning. (vi) Right and left turns. (vii) Logging and complying with rules concerning hours of service. (2) 280-hour probationary period (A) In general After completion of the requirements of paragraph (1), the apprentice shall complete 280 hours of on-duty time, of which at least 160 hours are driving time in a commercial motor vehicle. (B) Performance benchmarks In order to complete the 280-hour probationary period, an employer shall determine that the apprentice is competent in the following areas: (i) Backing and maneuvering in close quarters. (ii) Pre-trip inspections. (iii) Fueling procedures. (iv) Weighing loads, weight distribution, and sliding tandems. (v) Coupling and uncoupling procedures. (vi) Trip planning, truck routes, map reading, navigation, and permits. (vii) Transporting hazardous materials, if properly endorsed. (3) Restrictions for first period During the driving time described in paragraph (1), the apprentice may not operate a commercial motor vehicle on which hazardous materials placards are placed. (4) Restrictions for both periods During the driving time described in paragraphs (1) and (2)— (A) the apprentice may only drive a commercial motor vehicle that has— (i) automatic manual or automatic transmissions