Washington CDL Practice Test

Washington CDL Resources

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• Learn what is required for getting your CDL in Washington

  Washington CDL Requirements

• Download the Washington CDL manual for free right here.

  Washington CDL Manual

• Find Paid CDL Training In Washington

  Paid CDL Training In Washington

CDL Permit Requirements

The cost to take the knowledge test is $35 and $40 for the CLP

• Possess a valid Washington Driver's License
• DMV will check for open suspensions, revocations or cancellations
• Provide proof of your social security number (must be on an original document)
• Provide proof of birthdate
• Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or non-domicile document.
• Provide proof of Washington residency
• Self-certify, depending on your situation you might need to submit your Medical Examiners Certificate.

• You must be over the age of 18 years old to drive commercial vehicles intrastate and you must be at least 21 years old to operate commercial vehicles interstate.

Testing locations and hours

Each DMV location's hours vary, visit Washington's Driver licensing office locations to find the office near you.

To speed up your visit, you can prepay your fees online and make sure you bring all of your documentation with you.

General Knowledge Exam

To prepare for the General Knowledge Exam, it is recommended you take a certified course in CDL Training as well as CDL Practice Tests in Washington. Use the official Washington Commercial Driver's Manual as a study guide. The manual covers the following topics, which will be on the exam:

• Driving Safely - Covers vehicle inspection, basic control of your vehicle, shifting gears, fires, crash procedures, skid control and recovery, seeing hazards, controlling speed, managing space, driving in various conditions including night, fog, winter, hot weather, mountains and more.
• Transporting Cargo Safely - Covers inspecting cargo, weight and balance, securing cargo, and cargo needing special attention.
• Transporting Passengers - Covers when a passenger endorsement is required, vehicle inspection, loading and trip start, on the road, after trip vehicle inspection, prohibited practices, use of brake door interlocks.
• Air Brakes - Covers the parts of an air brake system, dual air brake, inspecting air brake systems, and using air brakes.
• Combination Vehicles - Covers driving combination vehicles safely, combination vehicle air brakes, antilock brake systems, coupling and uncoupling, and inspecting a combination vehicle.
• Doubles and Triples - Covers pulling double and triple trailers, coupling and uncoupling, inspecting doubles and triples, doubles and triples air brake check.
• Tank Vehicles - Covers inspecting tank vehicles, driving tank vehicles and safe driving rules.
• Hazardous Materials - Covers the intent of the regulations, hazardous materials transportation, communication rules, loading and unloading, bulk packaging marking, driving and parking rules, emergencies and glossary.
• School Bus - Covers danger zones and use of mirrors, loading and unloading, emergency exit and evacuation, railroad-highway grade crossings, student management, antilock braking systems, and special safety considerations.

Military Exemptions

The skills test portion of the State CDL Testing process may be waived for individuals who have experience driving commercial motor vehicles for military purposes. Military personnel must meet the following requirements:

• Currently possess a Washington driver’s license
• Complete an Application for CDL Skills Test Waiver Military form
• Military Letter (page 2 of application) must be completed by Commanding Officer or appropriate administrative office within the last 30 days
• Clean driving record for the past 2 years
• Currently employed or have been employed within the last 12 months in a military position (requiring CMV operation)
• Exempted from the CDL licensing requirements due to active duty military status
• Have been operating a CMV in the military for at least the last two years (or two years immediately preceding discharge from the military)

CLP Test

There are 8 CDL tests offered in Washington

You can take the knowledge test at any driver licensing office location that offers testing. The test fee covers one attempt at each knowledge test taken within 90 days of the receipt. You're required to take the knowledge test any time you transfer, add, or renew a hazardous material endorsement (HME).

• CDL general knowledge (A, B, & C) - 50 questions with a passing score of 40
• CDL combination (A) - 20 questions with a passing score of 16
• Passenger - 20 questions with a passing score of 16
• Air brakes - 25 questions with a passing score of 20
• School bus - 25 questions with a passing score of 20
• Double/triple - 20 questions with a passing score of 16
• Tank vehicle - 20 questions with a passing score of 16
• Hazardous materials - 30 questions with a passing score of 24

The knowledge test is available in four languages, no interpreters are allowed; English, Spanish, Russian and Serbian–Croatian.

Facts About Commercial Learners Permit in Washington

• CLP is valid for 180 days
• CLP can be renewed for an additional 180 days if you renew the CLP within 30 days of your original CLP expiring.
• A CLP expires at 12:01 a.m. of the expiration date listed on the CLP document.
• A CLP is considered a valid CDL for behind-the-wheel training
• While you possess a CLP, you are only permitted to drive with a full CDL holder in the vehicle. The trainer must have at least 2 years of experience driving a CMV as well as 5 years of total driving experience.
• CLP holder must hold a valid driver's license from the same state as the CLP until the applicant possesses a valid CDL
• Driver's must possess a CLP for 14 days before applying for a full CDL if you are issued an original CLP and if you want to upgrade class or endorsements.