CDL TANKER TEST CALIFORNIA - PRACTICE TEST

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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. Which of the following is not a place where the shipping papers may be kept?
In clear view within reach while driving.
In a pouch on the passenger's door
In a pouch on the driver's door
2. If there is a fire and you are not sure what to use to put it out, you should:
wait for firefighters.
use a fire extinguisher.
use water.
3. To apply the parking brakes:
push the parking brake control knob in.
place the parking brake control knob in Neutral.
pull the parking brake control knob out.
4. Which of the following is not a way to know when to change gears?
Use engine speed (rpm)
Check that the pressure gauge shows normal oil pressure
Use road speed (mph)
5. When going down grades, you should:
put the transmission in Neutral.
shift up.
downshift to a lower gear.
6. The trailer hand valve should be used:
only to test the trailer brakes.
only when applying the brakes hard.
only on slippery surfaces.
7. Drivers of vehicles transporting HazMat should:
ensure that all packages are labeled as flammable materials.
compare the shipping paper to the markings and labels.
ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
8. With low beams, drivers can see ahead about:
250 feet
100 feet
15 feet
9. Smooth bore tanks:
have bulkheads with holes to let the liquid flow through.
have nothing inside to slow down the flow of liquid.
have bulkheads in them with holes to limit the flow of liquid.
10. The best advice for driving in fog is:
don't drive.
use high beams.
use low beams.
 
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CA CDL Tanker Endorsement

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