CDL HAZMAT PRACTICE TEST MAINE

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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 Maine hazmat test consists of 30 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%). The ME CDL hazmat test covers the information found in the Maine 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. What factors can cause brakes to fade?
Dirt roads and in unpaved yards.
Excessive heat and brakes out of adjustment.
Slippery surfaces and shaded areas.
2. You are more at risk of being fatigued:
when stopping periodically during long trips.
when driving alone.
after getting more than 8 hours of sleep.
3. When crossing railroad tracks, you should:
stop on the tracks.
stay in your lane.
shift gears while crossing the tracks.
4. Which of the following is NOT a good rule for using turn signals?
Signal early
Signal continuously
Cancel the signal before completing the turn
5. Whether or not they load and secure the cargo themselves, drivers are responsible for:
making sure the cargo does not restrict access to emergency equipment.
knowing the cargo does not obscure the view ahead or to the sides.
All of the above.
6. Before moving a tank of hazardous materials, you must:
call the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center and tell them your destination.
close all manholes and valves.
send the shipping papers to the shipper.
7. If hazardous materials are spilling from your vehicle while you are driving, after parking the vehicle do NOT:
try to find the source of the leak by smell.
secure the area.
stay there.
8. When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:
ice has formed on the road.
there is no ice on the road surface.
the pavement is dry.
9. To know if your vehicle is equipped with ABS, look for:
a yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
the ABS logo on the steering wheel.
an ABS placard.
10. When driving in construction areas you should:
increase your speed.
decrease your speed.
reduce speed to a crawl.
 
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You can get a learner's permit at 15 years old. To obtain a class C driver's license, you must be at least 16 and have completed a driver education course. Alternatively, you can apply at the age of 18 without participating in a driver education program.

Complete the application form and submit it either in person to any Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch or by mail. After processing your application, the BMV will schedule your written test at the office closest to your mailing address and notify you. If you have specific scheduling preferences, be sure to note them on your application. However, you can change the test time up to 48 hours prior.
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  • Driver education completion certificate (if you are under 18).
  • A birth certificate (if you are under the age of 23).


The DMV written test in Maine is available in multiple languages, and you can also have a translator. Additionally, for applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired, an American Sign Language interpreter can assist during the exam.

To prepare for the DMV written test, study the Maine Driver's Handbook thoroughly. At the end of each chapter, you’ll find practice questions to help you verify your knowledge of driving laws. You can also find additional practice tests on DMV Premium to further evaluate your preparation.

After getting your learner’s permit:
  • The use of mobile phones or handheld electronic devices is not allowed.
  • Driving is permitted only under the supervision of an adult who is at least 20 years old and has held a driver license for 2 years.
For drivers under 18, additional restrictions apply during the 270 days following the road test:
  • The use of mobile phones or handheld electronic devices is prohibited.
  • Driving alone is not allowed between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m.
  • Transporting passengers, except for siblings, is prohibited unless accompanied by a licensed adult aged at least 20 who has held a valid license for 2 years and is seated beside the driver.

A Maine instruction permit is valid for two years. It is not renewable, but you can obtain a new permit for an additional two years if needed. When the permit expires, you must apply again and take the vision and knowledge test. The driving hours you have accumulated will be retained, allowing you to schedule the road test directly without any waiting period.

ME CDL Hazmat Test

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