Questions and Answers
What is required to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV)?
What does HME stand for?
Hazardous Material Endorsement
What must you complete to have HME added to your CDL?
Vision screening, pass hazardous material knowledge test, fingerprints and background check
What are the steps to receiving a CDL?
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What are the three types of general skills evaluated for a CDL?
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What is the purpose of the Pre-Trip inspection?
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What does Basic Vehicle Control involve?
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What is evaluated during the On Road Test?
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What traffic situations should a driver expect to navigate?
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It is illegal to operate a CMV if your Blood Alcohol Concentration or BAC is _____ or higher.
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What must you consent to if you operate a CMV?
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For a first offense, how long will you lose your CDL for?
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How long will you lose your CDL for a second offense?
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If you commit 2 serious traffic violations within ______ years, you will LOSE your CDL for ____ days.
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What happens if you commit your first violation of an OUT-OF-SERVICE ORDER?
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What does the TSA stand for?
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Can you drive a CMV without a CDL?
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How many years of driving experience must you provide information on when applying for a commercial driving job?
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If your license is suspended, you must notify your employer within ___ business days.
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You must notify your motor vehicle licensing agency within 30 days if you are convicted of what?
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What can happen if you break the rule of having more than one license?
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You cannot have more than ____ license(s).
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What is required if you have an HME and you are convicted?
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If you do not wear a seatbelt, you are ___ times more likely to be fatally injured.
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What is the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)?
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What is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)?
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When should you log your odometer reading?
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Study Notes
CDL Requirements
- A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is mandatory for specific vehicle operations.
- Vehicle types requiring a CDL:
- Single vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.
- Combinations with a Gross Combination Weight of 26,001 pounds or more if the trailer GVWR is 10,001 pounds or more.
- Vehicles designed to carry more than 15 passengers (including the driver).
- School buses, irrespective of passenger count.
- Any vehicle needing hazardous material placards, select agents, or toxins.
Hazardous Material Endorsement (HME)
- HME is required to transport hazardous materials.
- To obtain HME, candidates must undergo:
- Vision screening.
- Hazardous material knowledge test.
- Background check with fingerprints.
Process for Receiving a CDL
- Steps to obtain a CDL include:
- Passing the general knowledge test.
- Completing skills tests.
General Skills Testing
- Key testing areas for CDL include:
- Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection: Determines knowledge of vehicle safety checks.
- Basic Vehicle Control: Involves moving forward, backward, and turning in a designated area.
- On-Road Test: Assesses safe driving skills in traffic conditions.
Traffic Violations and Penalties
- Legal BAC limit for operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) is 0.04%.
- A CMV operator consents to alcohol testing.
- Loss of CDL for a minimum of one year occurs for:
- Driving with a BAC of 0.04% or higher.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
- Refusing alcohol testing.
- Leaving the scene of an accident involving a CMV.
Serious Traffic Violations
- Serious violations include:
- Excessive speeding (15 mph or more over the limit).
- Erratic lane changes and following too closely.
- Violations resulting in a fatality.
- Committing two serious violations within three years results in a 60-day CDL suspension; three or more leads to a 120-day suspension.
Out-of-Service Orders
- First violation of an out-of-service order results in a minimum 180-day CDL suspension.
- Two out-of-service violations within ten years results in a two-year suspension.
- Reporting traffic violations is obligatory within specific time frames (30 days for any violations, 2 business days for license suspension).
Railroad Highway Grade Violations
- Specific violations lead to CDL suspension:
- 60 days for a first offense, 120 days for a second offense, and at least one year for a third.
Maintaining HME
- HME may be denied or revoked based on:
- Lawful residency status.
- Criminal background involving certain felonies.
- Mental health adjudications.
Additional Key Points
- TSA refers to the Transportation Security Administration.
- Driving privileges linked to personal vehicle violations can affect CDL standing.
- A CDL holder may not hold more than one license; violations can incur fines and jail time.
- Unsafe practices, such as not wearing a seatbelt, greatly increase risk (four times more likely to be fatally injured).
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Test your knowledge on the requirements and definitions related to obtaining a Class B Commercial Driver's License in Tennessee. These flashcards cover key concepts, including vehicle classifications and passenger transport regulations. Perfect for aspiring drivers preparing for their CDL exam.
