Instructions

Tank

This endorsement is required to haul any liquid or gaseous materials in a tank or tanks having a capacity of 1,000 gallons or more that is either permanently or temporarily attached to the vehicle or chassis. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test. The test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Test questions come from the Illinois Commercial Driver’s License Study Guide. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely, Tank Vehicles and Combination Vehicles. The Tank endorsement can be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.

Number of Question 20

Passing Score 16

1. Emergency response information provided by the shipper must include:

Any risks of fire or explosion.

Value of the materials.

Driver information.

How many people should respond in the event of an accident.

At a minimum, emergency response information must include the basic descriptions and technical names of the materials being transported; immediate hazards to health; risks of fire or explosion; immediate precautions to be taken in the event of an accident or incident; immediate methods for handling fires; initial methods for handling spills or leaks in the absence of fires; and preliminary first aid measures.

2. A distracted driver:

Usually reacts well to hazards.

Usually has slowed perception.

Is usually aware of what is happening around them.

Is a good person to follow.

Driving while distracted may result in slowed perception, delayed decision-making, and improper actions. Watch for distracted drivers and avoid them, when possible.

3. If another driver is tailgating you, you should:

Move into the left lane.

Speed up.

Increase the space in front of your vehicle.

Flash your lights.

If you are being tailgated, it is advisable to open up the space in front of your vehicle, making it easier for the tailgater to get around you. Speeding up may be counterproductive because the driver may continue to tailgate you at the higher speed, only increasing the danger.

4. Which of the following does not affect the amount of liquid that should be loaded into a tank?

The amount the liquid will expand

The weight of the liquid

Legal weight limits

The color of the liquid

The amount of liquid that is safe to load into a tank depends on the amount that the liquid will expand in transit; the weight of the liquid; and legal weight limits.

5. When preparing to drive in the winter, be sure to check:

The coolant level.

The defrosting and heating equipment.

The windshield wipers.

All of the above.

Before driving during the winter, make sure to check your defrosting and heating equipment, coolant and antifreeze levels, wipers and washers, tire tread, tire chains, lights, reflectors, and exhaust system. Clear ice and snow from all windows, mirrors, hand holds, steps, deck plates, and radiator shutters. Make sure the winterfront is not closed too tightly.

6. Which of the following is not a good way to reduce crashes when turning right?

Turn slowly.

Keep the tail end close to the curb.

Keep an eye on oncoming traffic.

Allow open space on your right side.

When making a right turn, avoid turning too wide to the left. If you must swing into another lane to complete the turn, you should keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb. Leaving space to the right of your vehicle while turning right may indicate to other drivers that you are turning left, so they may attempt to pass you on your right.

7. Which of the following statements is correct?

Rims with a missing lug nut are acceptable if there are at least four other lug nuts on the rim.

A cracked lock ring is acceptable if the vehicle is being driven at speeds under 55 mph.

A missing clamp is dangerous and should be corrected.

Welded repairs are acceptable for wheels on rear axles.

Missing clamps, spacers, studs, or lugs can be a dangerous defect. Mismatched, bent, or cracked lock rings are not safe to be used. Wheels or rims with welded repairs are not safe.

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