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The tanker endorsement applies to drivers who wish to drive a tank in Class A, B, or C CDL. To add this endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass a knowledge test on the problems posed by large volume liquid cargos. The California CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The CA tanker test covers the following sections of the California CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this CA tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
1. If a drawbridge does not have a signal light or traffic control attendant, you should:
stop and look to make sure the draw is completely closed before crossing.
drive through the drawbridge with caution.
stop at least 5 feet before the draw of the bridge.
2. A material’s hazard class reflects:
the type of packaging required to transport the material.
the risks associated with the material.
the methods for handling spills or leaks in the absence of fires.
3. Liquid surge occurs in:
empty tanks.
partially filed tanks.
overfilled tanks.
4. Liquid surge results from movement of the liquid in partially filled tanks. Side-to-side surge can cause:
a rollover.
tire failure.
brake failure.
5. If the ABS is not working:
the truck will still have normal brakes.
the truck will have no brakes.
you should immediately reduce your speed.
6. You can determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system) by:
checking if your vehicle was manufactured after March 1, 1998.
checking for a yellow ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel.
All of the above.
7. Front-end header boards:
should never be used.
protect drivers from spilled cargo.
protect drivers from cargo in case of an accident or emergency stop.
8. In vehicles with air brakes, the two markings on a front brake limiting valve are:
left and right.
normal and slippery.
high and low.
9. The vehicle inspection report:
ensures that when the driver gets behind the wheel, the mechanic is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.
tells the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing.
ensures that vehicle inspections are conducted regularly.
10. Texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle is:
illegal.
acceptable if you are contacting your dispacther.
acceptable if you are contacting your supervisor.
 
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CA Tanker Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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