Commercial Driver's License Restrictions Quiz

Federal regulations that establish minimum knowledge requirements for commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) in the United States.

Tests designed to evaluate a person's understanding of the federal regulations and safe driving practices for commercial vehicles.

Tests that assess a driver's ability to safely operate a commercial vehicle of a specific class and type.

A document containing information about the knowledge requirements for different classes of commercial motor vehicles, as outlined in 49 CFR 383.

Vehicles used in the transportation of hazardous materials that require specific safety measures and markings.

A type of commercial vehicle exceeding certain size parameters, including width over 102 inches and length over 75 feet.

The condition of a commercial vehicle that must be empty during the CDL skills test, as per federal and state regulations.

A permit that allows a learner to operate a commercial vehicle under supervision during the CDL training process.

Any vehicle that meets at least one of these criteria: gross combination weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more with a towed vehicle GVWR exceeding 10,000 pounds, gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver), a school bus designed to carry 11 or more passengers (including the driver), or any size vehicle used to transport hazardous materials requiring placarding.

A written test that assesses your knowledge of traffic laws, rules, and regulations related to operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

A written test required for all bus drivers, covering specific rules and regulations related to operating buses, including school buses.

A written test required for drivers of vehicles equipped with air brakes, including air over hydraulic braking systems.

A written test required for drivers who want to operate combination vehicles (Class A), covering specific knowledge of handling these vehicles.

A test required for drivers who want to haul hazardous materials or waste in amounts that require placards or any quantity of a material listed as a select agent or toxin.

A test required for drivers who want to haul liquid or liquid gas in a permanently mounted cargo tank rated at 119 gallons or more or a portable tank rated at 1,000 gallons or more.

A test required for drivers who want to pull double or triple trailers.

A test required for drivers who want to drive a school bus.

Pennsylvania law requires a 15-day waiting period after receiving a learner's permit before taking the Class A, B, or C skills testing.

Any vehicle that has components marked or labeled cannot be used for the "Vehicle Inspection Test".

A driver must hold a non-commercial driver's license in Pennsylvania before applying for a CDL.

The 'DL-31CD' is the form used by licensed PA CDL drivers to upgrade or add endorsements to their current CDL privileges.

A CDL driver must pay an increased annual license fee, a photo fee, and permit fees for any requested privileges when upgrading their non-commercial driver's license to a CDL.

Once a CDL driver passes testing, they receive a new photo driver's license that reflects their new CDL status.

The most current version of CDL application forms can be found on the Pennsylvania DMV website.

CDL application forms are also available at Driver License Centers, messenger services, and auto clubs in Pennsylvania.

A legal document, such as a driver's license, that allows you to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV).

If your personal vehicle driving privileges are revoked, cancelled or suspended due to traffic violations, you will lose your CDL.

If your personal driving privileges are revoked, cancelled or suspended due to alcohol, controlled substance or felony violations, you will lose your CDL for one year.

If you are convicted of a second alcohol violation in your personal vehicle, you will lose your CDL permanently.

You are not allowed to have multiple driver's licenses. If you break this law, you could face a $5,000 fine, jail time, and the loss of your home state license and any other licenses.

You must inform your employer within 30 days if you are convicted of a traffic violation (excluding parking). This applies to all vehicle types, including personal and commercial vehicles.

You must inform PennDOT within 30 days of being convicted of a traffic violation (except for parking), regardless of the vehicle used.

Driving a CMV in Pennsylvania without a CDL is illegal and punishable by a $5,000 fine and/or jail time.

A document used to record distance traveled, fuel purchased, and other information for a vehicle operating under IRP and IFTA.

A system that allows motor carriers to register vehicles in multiple jurisdictions using a single registration process.

An agreement among states and provinces that establishes a system for the collection and distribution of fuel taxes on interstate commercial vehicles.

The total distance traveled by a vehicle during a trip.

The distance traveled within a specific jurisdiction (state or province).

The date when a trip begins and ends.

The location where a trip begins and ends, including city and state or province.

The specific routes taken during a trip.