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Go!The rules usually forbid the use of cargo heaters, including automatic cargo heater/air conditioner units, for certain hazardous materials. Which hazardous materials?
- All these
- Class 3 Flammable Liquid
- Class 1 Explosives
- Class 2.1 Flammable Gas
Cargo Heater Rules. There are special cargo heater rules for loading:
- Class 1 (Explosives).
- Class 2.1 (Flammable Gas).
- Class 3 (Flammable Liquids).
The rules usually forbid the use of cargo heaters, including automatic cargo heater/air conditioner units. Unless you have read all the related rules, do not load the above products in a cargo space that has a heater.
A sided vehicle containing cargo weighing 35,980 lbs must be able to withstand a rearward force of at least:
- 36,000 lbs
- 28,784 lbs
- 10,000 lbs
- 17,990 lbs
Note: If the cargo is contained in a sided vehicle, the vehicle structure MUST be strong enough to withstand the forces described earlier.
- Forward force: 0.8 g (80%)
- Rearward force: 0.5.g (50%)
- Sideways force: 0.5 g (50%)
Re-grooved, recapped, or retreaded tires are common on tractor-trailers. What should you do if you find them on the front wheels?
- You must not drive the vehicle because re-grooved, recapped, or retreaded tires on the front wheels are prohibited
- Record the tire size and air pressure at the start of each day
- Drive with confidence because re-grooved, recapped, or retreaded tires are far more trustworthy
- Visually check the alignment of the steer tires
What should you check for when checking the landing gear on the trailer?
- All of these are correct
- Check that the landing gear is fully raised
- Make sure the crank handle is secured and the support frame is not damaged
- Make sure there are no missing parts
What is a pallet used for?
- A vertical barrier across a vehicle to prevent forward movement of cargo.
- A vertical barrier across the front of the deck of a vehicle to prevent forward movement of cargo.
- A platform or tray on which cargo is placed so that it can be handled as an article. (Same as "Skid")
- A waterproof sheet used to cover cargo.
Pallet:
A platform or tray on which cargo is placed so that it can be handled as an article. (Same as "Skid")
If you drive a commercial vehicle and your blood alcohol concentration is .04% or higher you will lose your CDL for how long?
- At least 1 year
- At least 6 months
- For life
- A Maximum of 2 years
You will lose your CDL for at least one year for a first offense for:
- Driving a CMV if your blood alcohol concentration is .04% or higher.
- Driving a CMV under the influence of alcohol. Refusing to undergo blood alcohol testing.
- Driving a CMV while under the influence of a controlled substance.
- Leaving the scene of an accident involving a CMV.
- Committing a felony involving the use of a CMV.
- Driving a CMV when the CDL is suspended.
- Causing a fatality through negligent operation of a CMV.
What is a cab shield?
- A rail along the side of a vehicle that protects the side of the vehicle from impacts.
- A structure, device, or another substantial article placed against or around an article to prevent horizontal movement of the article.
- A vertical barrier placed directly behind the cab of a tractor to protect the cab in the event cargo should shift forward.
- A short piece of material, usually wood, nailed to the deck to reinforce blocking.
Cab shield:
A vertical barrier placed directly behind the cab of a tractor to protect the cab in the event cargo should shift forward.
A load weighing 41,500 lbs requires securement against rearward force of:
- 10,000 lbs.
- 41,500 lbs.
- 20,000 lbs.
- 20,750 lbs.
- The forward force (80% of the cargo weight) represents braking while driving straight ahead.
- The rearward force (50% of the cargo weight) represents vehicle acceleration or braking in reverse.
- The side-to-side or lateral force (50% of the cargo weight) represents traveling on a curve, ramp or changing lanes.
- The vertical force (20% of the cargo weight)) represents cargo vibration during transport. This requirement is satisfied when the cargo is "Fully Contained"
A 'hook-lift container' is:
- A reusable, transportable enclosure that is especially designed with integral locking devices that secure it to a container chassis trailer to facilitate the efficient and bulk shipping and transfer of goods by, or between various modes of transport, such as highway, rail, sea, and air.
- A specialized container, primarily used to contain and transport materials in the waste, recycling, construction/demolition, and scrap industries, which are used in conjunction with specialized vehicles, in which the container isloaded and unloaded onto a tilt frame body by an articulating hook-arm.
- A platform or tray on which cargo is placed so that it can be handled as an article. (Same as "Skid")
- A vehicle especially built and fitted with locking devices for the transport of intermodal containers.
Hook-lift Container:
A specialized container, primarily used to contain and transport materials in the waste, recycling, construction/demolition, and scrap industries, which are used in conjunction with specialized vehicles, in which the container isloaded and unloaded onto a tilt frame body by an articulating hook-arm.
To communicate the risk, shippers must warn drivers and others about the material's hazards. The regulations require shippers to:
- Provide emergency response information and placards
- Provide proper shipping papers
- All these are true
- Put hazard warning labels on packages
CDL Manual Sections To Choose From:
- Introduction
- Driving Safely
- Transporting Cargo Safely
- Transporting Passengers Safely
- Air Brakes
- Combination Vehicles
- Doubles and Triples
- Tank Vehicles
- Hazardous Materials
- School Bus
- Vehicle Inspection
- Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test
- On-Road Driving
- Logbook
- Weight And Balance
- Flatbed Cargo Securement
- New York State Coil Endorsement
CDL Practice Tests
Our CDL practice tests are designed to help test your knowledge of the CDL Manual and sharpen your skills for taking the CDL permit and endorsement exams. They are not designed to teach you the knowledge necessary to pass the exams. Please do not try to memorize CDL practice tests in order to get your CDL. There's a better way.
Our High Road CDL Training Program is by far the easiest and most effective way to learn the materials necessary for passing your written CDL exams and preparing for a great start to your career. We strongly suggest using the High Road (which is 100% free!) to learn the CDL manual before using our CDL practice questions to test your knowledge.
How to Pass CDL Permit Test the First Time
The Class A CDL permit exam consists of a multiple choice test covering 20 different areas related to commercial driving. To prepare for this test, it is important to do practice tests beforehand. Knowing your personal study habits, getting enough rest, and eating a healthy breakfast will also set you up for success.
Tips For Passing the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Permit Test
- Practice Makes Perfect: The best way to both mentally and physically prepare for the written exam is to take practice tests. Start out with open-book tests and gradually work your way up to giving yourself a time limit. Finally, before the big day, take a practice exam as if it were the real thing without any help. This will give you a good indication of how well you understand the material.
- Understand Instead of Memorize: Memorizing information can be helpful for the written exam, but the key to being fully prepared is to understand the material rather than just memorizing it. Understanding the material will allow you to answer questions correctly no matter how they are worded.
- Real World Applications: When struggling to understand concepts, create real-world scenarios to make the information more relevant to your life. Doing this will make it easier to remember come test time.
- Utilize Study Strategies: Utilizing study strategies such as flashcards, songs, rhymes, and phrases can help you remember the material.
- Be Fresh and Alert: The night before the exam, get a good night's sleep and eat a filling breakfast on the morning of the exam. This will ensure you are fresh and alert to take your exam.
- Begin Early and Space out Your Studying: It is important to give yourself ample time before the exam to get familiar with the material and get your mind ready for the big day. Consider taking a training course online or in-person, if it's required. Shop around for a course that works best for you. By following these tips, you will be well prepared for your written CDL exam and on your way to a successful career.
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