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What happens if you fail to keep your medical examiner's certificate up-to-date and you're required to have a "certified" medical status?
What happens if you fail to keep your medical examiner's certificate up-to-date and you're required to have a "certified" medical status?
All CDL holders must submit their medical examiner's certificate to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) directly.
All CDL holders must submit their medical examiner's certificate to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) directly.
False (B)
Besides emergencies, name one other activity where a driver might use a fire truck or rescue vehicle?
Besides emergencies, name one other activity where a driver might use a fire truck or rescue vehicle?
Other related activities
Operating a CMV in custom harvesting on a farm or to transport farm machinery and supplies used in the custom harvesting operation is an example of using a CDL in ______ commerce.
Operating a CMV in custom harvesting on a farm or to transport farm machinery and supplies used in the custom harvesting operation is an example of using a CDL in ______ commerce.
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Match the scenario with the type of response:
Match the scenario with the type of response:
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Which of the following endorsements can be added to a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)?
Which of the following endorsements can be added to a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)?
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A state is not allowed to go beyond the federal CDL standard.
A state is not allowed to go beyond the federal CDL standard.
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What two US government entities require background checks on commercial drivers certified to transport hazardous materials?
What two US government entities require background checks on commercial drivers certified to transport hazardous materials?
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Any driver wishing to haul material designated as hazardous under 49 U.S.C. 5103 must add a __________ endorsement to their CDL.
Any driver wishing to haul material designated as hazardous under 49 U.S.C. 5103 must add a __________ endorsement to their CDL.
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Match the CDL endorsement with its description:
Match the CDL endorsement with its description:
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A driver needs which endorsement to transport a quantity of a material listed as a select agent or toxin under 42 CFR Part 73?
A driver needs which endorsement to transport a quantity of a material listed as a select agent or toxin under 42 CFR Part 73?
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All commercial drivers, regardless of vehicle class, who haul hazardous materials must add a hazardous materials endorsement to their CDL.
All commercial drivers, regardless of vehicle class, who haul hazardous materials must add a hazardous materials endorsement to their CDL.
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Besides criminal and immigration records, what other records are part of the background check for commercial drivers transporting hazardous materials?
Besides criminal and immigration records, what other records are part of the background check for commercial drivers transporting hazardous materials?
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When approaching a vehicle for inspection, which of the following should you observe?
When approaching a vehicle for inspection, which of the following should you observe?
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Drivers are required to sign the vehicle inspection report regardless of whether any defects were noted.
Drivers are required to sign the vehicle inspection report regardless of whether any defects were noted.
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What is one potential consequence of a broken exhaust system?
What is one potential consequence of a broken exhaust system?
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During a vehicle inspection, it is important to check that the parking brakes are on and/or wheels are ______.
During a vehicle inspection, it is important to check that the parking brakes are on and/or wheels are ______.
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Which of the following is NOT a component to check for defects in the exhaust system?
Which of the following is NOT a component to check for defects in the exhaust system?
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It is acceptable to skip steps in the vehicle inspection process if you are in a hurry.
It is acceptable to skip steps in the vehicle inspection process if you are in a hurry.
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Besides loose components, what other type of defect should you look for when inspecting the vehicle frame members?
Besides loose components, what other type of defect should you look for when inspecting the vehicle frame members?
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Match the inspection item with the potential issue it addresses.
Match the inspection item with the potential issue it addresses.
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What blood alcohol concentration (BAC) while operating a CMV is considered illegal?
What blood alcohol concentration (BAC) while operating a CMV is considered illegal?
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A driver operating in excepted interstate commerce does not have to comply with federal medical requirements.
A driver operating in excepted interstate commerce does not have to comply with federal medical requirements.
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For a first offense of operating a CMV under the influence, how long will you lose your CDL for?
For a first offense of operating a CMV under the influence, how long will you lose your CDL for?
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If you operate in both excepted interstate commerce and non-excepted interstate commerce, which type of commerce must you choose to operate in?
If you operate in both excepted interstate commerce and non-excepted interstate commerce, which type of commerce must you choose to operate in?
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If you operate a CMV, you shall be deemed to have given your ________ to alcohol testing.
If you operate a CMV, you shall be deemed to have given your ________ to alcohol testing.
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Match the type of commerce with its description:
Match the type of commerce with its description:
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Operating in non-excepted intrastate commerce means that you are not requires to meet you state of licensure’s medical certification requirements.
Operating in non-excepted intrastate commerce means that you are not requires to meet you state of licensure’s medical certification requirements.
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What should drivers operating in both excepted intrastate commerce and non-excepted intrastate commerce choose?
What should drivers operating in both excepted intrastate commerce and non-excepted intrastate commerce choose?
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After starting the engine, how long should it take for the oil pressure gauge to reach its normal range?
After starting the engine, how long should it take for the oil pressure gauge to reach its normal range?
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If the ABS indicator light on the dash stays on after starting the engine, the ABS is working properly.
If the ABS indicator light on the dash stays on after starting the engine, the ABS is working properly.
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What should you check the mirrors and windshield for?
What should you check the mirrors and windshield for?
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Air pressure should build from 50 to 90 psi within ______ minutes.
Air pressure should build from 50 to 90 psi within ______ minutes.
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Match the following controls with what you should check for:
Match the following controls with what you should check for:
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Which of the following is NOT a piece of emergency equipment that should be checked?
Which of the following is NOT a piece of emergency equipment that should be checked?
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Before starting the engine, the gearshift should be in drive for automatic transmissions.
Before starting the engine, the gearshift should be in drive for automatic transmissions.
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What is the typical air pressure range (in psi) that you should build air pressure to?
What is the typical air pressure range (in psi) that you should build air pressure to?
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During the walk-around inspection, what should you check regarding lights and reflectors?
During the walk-around inspection, what should you check regarding lights and reflectors?
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When inspecting the steering system, you only need to visually check for damage, not grab the steering mechanism to test for looseness.
When inspecting the steering system, you only need to visually check for damage, not grab the steering mechanism to test for looseness.
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Besides being securely mounted and not damaged or leaking, what else should you check on the fuel tank(s) during a walk-around inspection?
Besides being securely mounted and not damaged or leaking, what else should you check on the fuel tank(s) during a walk-around inspection?
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Parking, clearance, and identification lights should be clean, operating, and of proper color, which is __________ at the front.
Parking, clearance, and identification lights should be clean, operating, and of proper color, which is __________ at the front.
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Match the following checks with the corresponding step in the inspection process:
Match the following checks with the corresponding step in the inspection process:
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What should you check the windshield wiper arms for?
What should you check the windshield wiper arms for?
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It is acceptable to continue driving if the driver's door glass is dirty, as long as the side mirrors are clean.
It is acceptable to continue driving if the driver's door glass is dirty, as long as the side mirrors are clean.
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While doing the walk-around inspection, what do you do as you perform each of the checks?
While doing the walk-around inspection, what do you do as you perform each of the checks?
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Flashcards
CDL License Types
CDL License Types
There are three basic vehicle classes/groups: A, B, and C.
Additional Endorsements
Additional Endorsements
Commercial drivers may need endorsements for certain vehicles or cargo.
Hazardous Materials Endorsement
Hazardous Materials Endorsement
Required for drivers transporting hazardous materials; involves a special test.
CDL Testing
CDL Testing
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Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
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Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)
Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)
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Types of Endorsements
Types of Endorsements
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Special Written Examination
Special Written Examination
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State Driver Licensing Agency (SDLA)
State Driver Licensing Agency (SDLA)
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Certified medical status
Certified medical status
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Not-certified
Not-certified
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CDL
CDL
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Interstate vs Intrastate Commerce
Interstate vs Intrastate Commerce
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Interstate Commerce
Interstate Commerce
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Intrastate Commerce
Intrastate Commerce
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Non-Excepted Interstate Drivers
Non-Excepted Interstate Drivers
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Excepted Intrastate Drivers
Excepted Intrastate Drivers
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Medical Certification Requirements
Medical Certification Requirements
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Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit
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CDL Disqualifications
CDL Disqualifications
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Alcohol Testing Consent
Alcohol Testing Consent
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Air Suspension Systems
Air Suspension Systems
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Seven-step Inspection Method
Seven-step Inspection Method
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General Condition Check
General Condition Check
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Vehicle Leaning
Vehicle Leaning
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Fluid Leak Inspection
Fluid Leak Inspection
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Exhaust System Defects
Exhaust System Defects
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Inspection Report Review
Inspection Report Review
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Parking Brake Check
Parking Brake Check
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Safety Belt Check
Safety Belt Check
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Walk-around Inspection
Walk-around Inspection
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Light Function Check
Light Function Check
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Front Axle Condition
Front Axle Condition
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Windshield Inspection
Windshield Inspection
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Fuel Tank Check
Fuel Tank Check
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Headlight Types
Headlight Types
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Clearance Lights
Clearance Lights
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Starting Engine Procedure
Starting Engine Procedure
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ABS Indicator Light
ABS Indicator Light
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Oil Pressure Check
Oil Pressure Check
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Air Pressure Build-up
Air Pressure Build-up
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Mirror and Windshield Inspection
Mirror and Windshield Inspection
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Warning Lights Check
Warning Lights Check
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Emergency Equipment
Emergency Equipment
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Condition of Controls Check
Condition of Controls Check
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Study Notes
Commercial Driver's License Manual
- This document is a manual for CDL testing.
- It was created in July 2017, with licensing information for commercial drivers.
- It contains federally mandated information, as well as state specific information concerning CDL licensing/testing.
- It is about safe driving practices for commercial vehicles.
- The manual includes various topics such as driving safely, transporting cargo safely, air brakes, vehicle inspection, combination vehicles, school buses, and hazardous materials.
- There is also information relating to medical requirements, CDL endorsements, and disqualifications for commercial drivers.
- The document details sections to study for different types of endorsements and licenses.
- Information about human trafficking and a hotline number is included. This was a part of the manual's education for the viewers.
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Test your knowledge on the requirements and regulations related to Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL). This quiz covers topics such as medical examiner's certificates, endorsements, and federal standards. Perfect for those preparing for a CDL exam or looking to refresh their knowledge.