Questions and Answers
A commercial driver's license (CDL) includes what classes? (Select all that apply)
Why do the classes vary?
They vary depending on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR), and/or what is being transported.
What is the purpose of the Class A license with the 57 restriction code (A/57)?
It's for drivers that drive combination vehicles that would qualify under the Class A category, however the power unit can carry a load itself, and the trailer has a GVWR of 10,001 pounds or more.
Do you need a CDL to operate any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more?
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Do you need a CDL to operate any combination vehicle with a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds, if the trailer(s) has a GVWR of 10,001 or more pounds?
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Do you need a CDL to operate any vehicle designed to transport more than fifteen passengers in addition to the driver?
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It is illegal to operate a commercial motor vehicle if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is what?
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You will lose your CDL for at least one year for a first offense for driving a CMV with a BAC of .04% or higher or refusing to undergo testing?
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How long do you lose your CDL after your second offense?
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How long will you be put out of service if you have any detectable amount of alcohol under .04%?
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How long will you lose your CDL if you have committed your first violation of an out-of-service order?
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Match the following serious traffic violations with their descriptions:
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What is the Motor Safety Improvement Act (MCSIA) of 1999?
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Are you allowed to have more than one license?
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If you have more than one license, what is the penalty?
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When must you notify your employer of a conviction for any traffic violations?
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When must you notify your motor vehicle licensing agency of a conviction for any traffic violations?
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When must you notify your employer if your license is suspended, revoked, canceled, or if you are disqualified from driving?
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When you are applying for a commercial driving job, how far back do you have to give your employer a list of your previous driving jobs?
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How much can a court fine you for driving without a CDL?
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Once a driver has been found guilty, can the charges be reduced?
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Are all the states connected to one computerized database that allows them to share information about CDL drivers?
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True or False: A seatbelt is not required for a CDL driver over 35?
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Who is exempt from obtaining a CDL in Tennessee?
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Study Notes
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Overview
- CDL classes include A, B, and C, determined by vehicle specifications.
- Vehicle classification is based on Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).
Class A License Restrictions
- Class A with the A/57 restriction allows operation of combination vehicles with a trailer GVWR of 10,001 pounds or more.
CDL Requirements
- A CDL is required for vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more.
- Combination vehicles needing a CDL must have a GCWR of 26,001 pounds, with trailers weighing 10,001 pounds or more.
- A CDL is mandatory for vehicles designed to transport over 15 passengers or for school bus operations regardless of weight.
Alcohol and CDL
- Operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.04% or higher is illegal.
- First offenses for alcohol-related violations lead to a minimum one-year CDL disqualification.
- Subsequent offenses result in permanent CDL loss.
Violations and Penalties
- Detectable alcohol levels under 0.04% result in a 24-hour out-of-service penalty.
- Serious traffic violations include excessive speeding, reckless driving, and CCV-related offenses.
- Two serious violations result in a minimum 60-day CDL suspension; three or more lead to at least 120 days.
Out-of-Service Orders
- First violation of an out-of-service order results in at least 180 days loss of CDL.
- Multiple violations within ten years can incur suspensions of 2 to 3 years.
Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Violations
- Specific offenses relate to failing to stop, slow down, or negotiate crossings safely.
Motor Safety Improvement Act (MCSIA)
- This act disqualifies CDL holders from operating CMVs if convicted of certain moving violations in personal vehicles.
Licensing Regulations
- Only one active driver's license is permitted; violation may incur fines up to $5,000 or jail time.
- CDL holders must notify employers and licensing agencies of traffic violations within 30 days.
- Change in license status must be reported to employers within 2 business days.
Employment and Driving Records
- Drivers must provide employment history for the past 10 years when applying for commercial driving jobs.
- Courts can impose fines or jail time for driving without a valid CDL.
Database and Safety Regulations
- All states share information on CDL drivers via a computerized database.
- Seatbelt use is mandatory for all CDL drivers regardless of age.
CDL Exemptions in Tennessee
- Specific groups exempt from obtaining a CDL include farmers, emergency vehicle operators, military personnel, and those using recreational vehicles.
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