NM CDL HAZMAT PRACTICE TEST

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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 New Mexico hazmat test consists of 30 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%). The NM CDL hazmat test covers the information found in the New Mexico 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. Strong winds can make it difficult to stay in your lane, especially when:
going into tunnels.
coming out of tunnels.
driving at speeds below 40 mph.
2. During a hazardous materials emergency, you should:
keep everyone away.
prevent smoking and keep open flames away.
All of the above.
3. ABS:
makes it easier to break.
helps you avoid wheel lock up.
allows the wheels to lock up.
4. The tire load rating is stated:
on each axle.
inside the suspension system.
on the side of each tire.
5. Shipping papers must include:
an emergency response telephone number.
the price of the hazardous materials.
what the materials will be used for.
6. Which of the following is true? If a HazMat is a Poison Inhalation Hazard:
the material will have special requirements for shipping papers.
a POISON INHALATION HAZARD placard must be used in addition to other placards.
All of the above.
7. To obtain the HazMat endorsement, you must pass a ________ background check.
Local Department of Security
Transportation Security Administration
Law Enfrocement Agency
8. When more cargo is piled up in a truck, the center of gravity moves:
to the left side of the truck.
closer to the ground.
higher up from the road.
9. At a rest area, you discover your hazardous materials shipments is leaking. There is no phone around. You should:
send someone else for help and give that person all of the necessary information.
continue driving in order to find a phone.
keep driving slowly until you reach a truck stop.
10. To avoid a hazard:
steering away from what is ahead may be the best thing to do.
stopping is always the best thing to do.
driving on the shoulder of the road is always the best thing to do.
 
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Hazmat CDL Test (NM)

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