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. Each question has two, three or four possible answer choices. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Test questions come from the Nebraska Commercial Driver License Manual. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials and Combination Vehicles. The Tank endorsement can be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.
Number of Question
Passing Score
1. A fatigued driver:
Explanation
Fatigued drivers are slower to see or react to hazards than drivers who are not fatigued. Drivers are impaired in their ability to make critical decisions when they are driving drowsy.
2. A person should not smoke within ____ of a vehicle placarded for Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.
Explanation
Do not smoke within 25 feet of a placarded cargo tank used to transport Class 3 or Division 2.1 hazardous materials.
3. Which of the following is required emergency equipment?
Explanation
All commercial motor vehicles are required to be equipped with the proper emergency equipment. This may include spare electrical fuses; three red reflective triangles, six fuses, or three liquid burning flares; and at least one properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
4. ____ is an example of required emergency equipment.
Explanation
All commercial motor vehicles are required to be equipped with the proper emergency equipment. This may include spare electrical fuses; three red reflective triangles, six fuses, or three liquid burning flares; and at least one properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
5. In general, before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, an engine should be:
Explanation
Before loading or unloading a tank with flammable liquids, you should turn off the engine, unless running the engine is necessary to operate a pump. Ground the tank before opening the filling hole and maintain the ground until after closing the filling hole.
6. If you’re feeling tired before a drive, you should:
Explanation
Stimulant drugs, including caffeine, are not helpful as a way of avoiding fatigue. They may help keep you awake, but will not make you any more alert. Feeling tired is a sign that your body needs sleep, and the only way to properly address it is to stop driving and get some sleep.
7. Mirrors should be adjusted:
Explanation
