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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 South Carolina hazmat test consists of 30 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%). The SC CDL hazmat test covers the information found in the South Carolina 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!
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The emergency response information must include all of the following except:
Risks of fire or explosion
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The basic description and technical name
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Immediate hazards to health
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Value of the materials.
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When crossing railroad tracks, you should:
try to pass slower vehicles.
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put the transmission in Neutral.
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shift gears while crossing the tracks.
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not stop.
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You should flash your brake lights to warn drivers behind you when:
you see you'll need to slow down.
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you see a hazard that will require slowing down.
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you see a bus stops in the roadway ahead to unload passengers.
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All of the above.
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4.
Which of the following statements about backing heavy vehicles is true?
Back to the right side so that you can see better.
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You should avoid backing whenever you can.
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The helper should stand where you cannot see the helper.
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Always back as quickly as possible.
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5.
When driving at night, you should dim your lights within ______ of an oncoming vehicle.
300 feet.
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250 feet.
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500 feet.
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400 feet.
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If you are at the scene of an incident involving hazardous materials, you should:
avoid warn others of the danger as this could caus a panic attack.
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write description of the scene on the shipping paper.
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keep people far away and upwind.
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All of the above.
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7.
If you're feeling tired while driving you should:
increase your speed to get to your destination quicker.
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drink coffee.
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stop driving and get some rest.
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eat something.
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8.
A vehicle contains 500 pounds each of explosives A and B. Federal rules require placarding with:
Explosives B placards.
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"Dangerous" placards.
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Explosive A placards.
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None of the above.
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Drivers transporting chlorine in cargo tanks must:
follow strict procedures for loading, unloading, and transporting the chlorine to minimize the risk of leaks or spills.
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have an approved gas mask in the vehicle.
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have an emergency kit for controlling leaks in dome cover plate fittings on the cargo tank.
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All of the above.
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10.
RQ stands for:
Reportable Quantity
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Related Quality
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Relative Quality
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Related Quantity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the age requirements of the graduated driver's license program to obtain a class D driver's license in South Carolina:
- For a beginner's permit, you must be at least 15 years old.
- For a conditional driver’s license, you must be at least 15 but less than 16 years old and have held your permit for at least 180 days.
- For a special restricted driver’s license, you need to be at least 16 but less than 17 years old. Additionally, you must have held your beginner’s permit for at least 180 days or have a conditional license.
- For a regular driver’s license, you must have held a conditional or special restricted license for at least one year, or you must be at least 17 years old and have held a beginner’s permit for 180 days.
To take the DMV written test in South Carolina, you can visit a South Carolina DMV branch without appointment. It's important to note that permit tests are typically offered at specific hours, so contact the office you've chosen to find out when you have to go.
Make sure you've got all you need when you go to the DMV office. You must bring:
- Proof of South Carolina residency (such as school or employment records, utility bills, bank statements, etc.). For a REAL ID permit, you'll need to present two proofs of residency.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship/identity, name, and date of birth.
- Proof of Social Security Number.
If you're under 18 years old, a parent or legal guardian must sign the Consent for Minor at the DMV office, unless you are an emancipated minor or married.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the South Carolina Driver's Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Test your knowledge with our practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.
New drivers in South Carolina face specific restrictions. If you have a beginner's permit, you can drive:
- From 6 a.m. to midnight with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old with one year or more of driving experience, seated near you.
- From midnight to 6 a.m., with any driver listed on your Consent for Minor form, seated beside you.
If you have a conditional or special restricted license:
- You can transport a maximum of two passengers under 21, unless accompanied by a licensed adult who is at least 21 (except for siblings).
- You can drive alone from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (8 p.m. during daylight savings time).
- You can drive between 6 p.m. (8 p.m. during daylight savings time) and midnight if accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21.
- You can drive from midnight to 6 a.m. with a parent/guardian.
A beginner's permit remains valid for a period of twelve months. You have the option to renew it for another year if you're eligible. The renewal process can be completed online and you are required to pay a fee. However, if the permit has been expired for more than nine months, you'll need to retake the DMV test.