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Any driver, regardless of the vehicle Class, who wants to haul hazardous materials, must add an “H” endorsement to their CDL. In order to obtain the Hazmat endorsement drivers are required to pass a Transportation Security Administration background check and a knowledge test. The Kentucky hazmat test consists of 30 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%). The KY CDL hazmat test covers the information found in the Kentucky CDL Manual. Study the chapter covering hazardous materials to learn how to recognize, handle, and transport Hazmat, then take this practice test to prepare for your exam!
1. When checking the engine compartment:
you should put the gearshift in neutral.
wheels should not be chocked.
the parking brake should be on.
the engine should be running.
2. If one of your tires is leaking, you should:
speed up to increase traction.
drive at reduced speed and stop to check the tire every 15 miles.
not drive except to the nearest safe place to fix it.
report it to your carrier before your trip.
3. Class 1 hazardous materials include:
Radioactive materials
Flammable liquids
Flammable solids
Explosives
4. Drivers of vehicles transporting HazMat should:
compare the shipping paper to the markings and labels.
ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
ensure that all packages are labeled as flammable materials.
All of the above.
5. A hazard class name or ID number may not be used to describe:
hazardous waste.
a reportable quantity of a hazardous material.
a non-hazardous substance.
None of the above.
6. Do you need to stop before a railroad-highway crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 (dangerous when wet) materials?
Only if you are driving at night.
No.
Yes.
Only when you are driving and hear a siren coming.
7. A vehicle inspection should be done:
once every month.
by a helper whenever possible.
differently each time, so you are less likely to forget something.
the same way each time so you are less likely to forget something.
8. At the shipper’s dock you are given a paper for 100 cartons of battery acid. If you already have 100 pounds of silver cyanide on board, what precautions do you have to take?
Load the battery acid on top of the silver cyanide.
Do not load the battery acid.
Load the battery acid so the liquid won't spill.
Load the silver cyanide on top of the battery acid.
9. The two main places on which the hazardous materials identification number must appear are:
the shipping paper and the package
the shipping paper and the driver's ID.
the gas tank and the right side of the truck.
the license plate and the package.
10. What should you do if your vehicle starts hydroplaning?
Accelerate slightly, then push in the clutch to slow down.
Leave the road completely.
Apply the brakes and countersteer to regain control of the vehicle.
Release the accelerator and push in the clutch to let the wheels turn freely.
 
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KY CDL Hazmat Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
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