Missouri Commercial Driver License Manual
MissouriDepartment of RevenueMissouri CommercialDriver LicenseManualChapter 14 contains endorsement and restrictions changes due to theCommercial Driver License/Commercial Learner Permit Final Rule.CONTACT INFORMATIONFederal Regulations and DOT Medical QuestionsFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administrationwww.fmcsa.dot.govMissouri Department of TransportationMotor Carrier ServicesToll-free (866) 831-6277or visit their web site: www.modot.org/mcsVersion 4.0CDL Drivers ManualCOPYRIGHT AAMVAAll Rights ReservedHazardous Materials SecurityThreat Assessment ProgramTransportation Security Administration (TSA)(855) 347-8371or visit their web site: https://universalenroll.dhs.govRevised August 2016
MISSOURI CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM(Note: Certain types of vehicles such as tankers, passenger, school buses, vehicles haulinghazardous materials, and double/triple trailers, will require an endorsement. Please consulttext for particulars.)ClassA*DescriptionAny combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or morepounds provided the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excessof 10,000 pounds. (Holders of a Class A license may also, with any appropriate endorsements, operateall vehicles within Class B and C.)Examples include but are not limited to:BAny single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not inexcess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. (Holders of a Class B license may also, with any appropriateendorsements, operate all vehicles within Class C.)Examples include but are not limited to:CAny single vehicle less than 26,001 pounds GVWR or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excessof 10,000 pounds GVWR. This group applies only to vehicles which are placarded for hazardousmaterials or are designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the operator. A holder of a ClassA, B or C license may drive all vehicles which may be driven by a holder of a Class E or Class Flicense.Examples include but are not limited to:*The representative vehicle for the skills test must meet the written description for that group. The examplesrepresent, but do not fully cover, the types of vehicles falling within each group.
Table of ContentsPART ONESection 1:1.11.21.3Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Commercial Driver License Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driver Disqualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Other CDL Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11-21-31-4Section .152.162.172.182.192.202.212.222.232.24Driving Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vehicle Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Basic Control of Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Shifting Gears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Seeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Communicating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Controlling Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Managing Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Seeing Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aggressive Drivers/Road Rage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving at Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving in Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving in Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving in Very Hot Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Railroad - Highway Crossings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mountain Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Skid Control and Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accident Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Staying Alert and Fit to Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous Materials Rules for All Commercial Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tion 3:3.13.23.33.4Transporting Cargo Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspecting Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Weight and Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Securing Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cargo Needing Special Attention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13-13-13-23-3Section 4:4.14.24.34.44.54.6Transporting Passengers Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vehicle Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading and Trip Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .After-trip Vehicle Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Prohibited Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use of Brake-door Interlocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14-14-14-34-34-44-4Section 5:5.15.25.35.4Air Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Parts of an Air Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dual Air Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspecting Air Brake Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Using Air Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15-15-55-65-8PART TWO
Section 6:6.16.26.36.46.5Combination Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving Combination Vehicles Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Combination Vehicle Air Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Antilock Brake Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coupling and Uncoupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspecting a Combination Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16-16-46-76-76-10Section 7:7.17.27.37.4Doubles and Triples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pulling Double/Triple Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coupling and Uncoupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspecting Doubles and Triples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doubles/Triples Air Brake Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17-17-17-37-4Section 8:8.18.28.3Tank Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inspecting Tank Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Driving Tank Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Safe Driving Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-18-18-18-2Section 9:9.19.29.39.49.59.69.79.8Hazardous Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Intent of the Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous Materials Transportation--Who Does What . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Communication Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading and Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk Packaging Marking, Loading and Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous Materials--Driving and Parking Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous Materials--Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hazardous Materials Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-19-29-29-29-109-129-139-159-19Table A Radioactive Separation Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18Table B Hazard Class Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18PART THREESection 10:10.110.210.310.410-510.610.7School Buses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Danger Zones and Use of Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Loading and Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Emergency Exit and Evacuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Railroad-Highway Crossings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Student Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Antilock Braking Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Special Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-110-110-310-610-710-1010-1010-11Section 11:11.111.211.311.411.511.6Section 12:12.112.2Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .All Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .External Inspection (School Bus/Truck/Tractor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .School Bus Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coach/Transit Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Taking the CDL Pre-Trip Inspection Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-111-111-311-611-611-711-8Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1Scoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1Exercises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1PART FOURSection 13:13.1Section 14:On-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1How You Will Be Tested . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1Missouri Commercial Driver License Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
Commercial Driver’s License Manual – 2005 CDL Testing SystemSection 1INTRODUCTIONThis Section Covers Commercial Driver License TestsMedical RequirementsDriver DisqualificationsOther Safety RulesInternational Registration ProgramThere is a federal requirement that each state haveminimum standards for the licensing of commercialdrivers.This manual provides driver license testinginformation for drivers who wish to have acommercial driver license (CDL). This manual doesNOT provide information on all the federal and staterequirements needed before you can drive acommercial motor vehicle (CMV). You may have tocontact your state driver licensing authority foradditional information.You must have a CDL to operate:Any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating(GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.A combination vehicle with a gross combinationweight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds,provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed isin excess of 10,000 pounds.A vehicle designed to transport 16 or morepassengers (including the driver).Any size vehicle which requires hazardous materialplacards or is carrying material listed as a selectagent or toxin in 42 CFR part 73. Federalregulations through the Department of HomelandSecurity require a background check andfingerprinting for the Hazardous Materialsendorsement. Contact your local department ofdriver licensing for more information.(Your state may have additional definitions ofCMVs.)To get a CDL, you must pass knowledge and skillstests. This manual will help you pass the tests,however, it is not a substitute for a truck drivertraining class or program. Formal training is themost reliable way to learn the many special skillsrequired for safely driving a large commercialvehicle and becoming a professional driver in thetrucking industry. Figure 1.1 helps you determine ifyou need a CDLSection 1 - IntroductionVersion: July 2014Figure 1.1NOTE:A bus may be Class A, B, or C depending on whetherthe GVWR is over 26,001 pounds or is a combinationvehicle.Page 1-1
Commercial Driver’s License Manual – 2005 CDL Testing System1.1 – Commercial Driver License Tests1.1.1 – Knowledge TestsYou will have to take one or more knowledge tests,depending on what class of license and whatendorsements you need. The CDL knowledge testsinclude:The general knowledge test, taken by allapplicants.The passenger transport test, taken by all busdriver applicants.The air brakes test, which you must take if yourvehicle has air brakes, including air over hydraulicbrakes.On-road Test. You will be tested on your skill tosafely drive your vehicle in a variety of trafficsituations. The situations may include left and rightturns, intersections, railroad crossings, curves, upand down grades, single or multi-lane roads,streets, or highways. The examiner will tell youwhere to drive.Figure 1.2 details which sections of this manual youshould study for each particular class of license andfor each endorsement.What Sections Should You Study?LICENSEENDORSEMENTTYPEXX2XXX3XXXThe School Bus test, required if you want to drivea school bus.1.1.2 – Skills TestsIf you pass the required knowledge test(s), you cantake the CDL skills tests. There are three types ofgeneral skills that will be tested: Vehicle inspection,basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. You musttake these tests in the type of vehicle for which youwish to be licensed.Any vehicle that hascomponents marked or labeled cannot be used forthe Vehicle Inspection Test.Vehicle Inspection. You will be tested to see if youknow whether your vehicle is safe to drive. You willbe asked to do a Vehicle inspection of your vehicleand explain to the examiner what you would inspectand why.Basic Vehicle Control. You will be tested on yourskill to control the vehicle. You will be asked to moveyour vehicle forward, backward, and turn it within adefined area. These areas may be marked withtraffic lanes, cones, barriers, or something similar.Section 1 - IntroductionVersion: July 2014XXX4School BusXPassengerHazardousMaterialsClass CThe doubles/triples test, required if you want topull double or triple trailers.Sections to StudyThe tank vehicle test, required if you want to haulany liquid or gaseous materials in a tank or tankshaving an individual rated capacity of more than 119gallons and an aggregate rated capacity of 1,000gallons or more that is either permanently ortemporarily attached to the vehicle or chassisTank VehiclesClass B1The hazardous materials test, required if you wantto haul hazardous materials as defined in 49 CFR383.5. In order to obtain this endorsement you arealso required to pass a Transportation SecurityAdministration (TSA) background check.Double / TripleClass AThe combination vehicles test, which is requiredif you want to drive combination veh
Commercial Driver’s License Manual – 2005 CDL Testing System Section 1 - Introduction Page 1-2 Version: July 2014 1.1 – Commercial Driver License Tests . 1.1.1 – Knowledge Tests . You will have to take one or more knowledge tests, depending on what class of license and what
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2005 Model Commercial Driver’s License Manual Section 1 - Introduction Page 1-1 Section 1 INTRODUCTION This Section Covers Commercial Driver License Tests Driver Disqualifications Other Safety Rules There is a federal requirement that each state have minimum standards for the licensing of commercial drivers.
Commercial Driver’s License Manual – 2005 CDL Testing System Section 1 - Introduction Page 1-2 Version: July 2014 1.1 – Commercial Driver License Tests 1.1.1 – Knowledge Tests You will have to take one or more knowledge tests, depending on what class of license and wha
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