Haz-Mat

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by 6Shooter, Mar 14, 2012.

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  1. Mar 14, 2012 #1
    6Shooter

    6Shooter Light Load Member

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    I have applied and have been fingerprinted on 2/21/2012;

    as of today 03/14/2012 I have not received anything. All of my class mates got their approval within 2 weeks and before graduation. I am still waiting. I do not have any history or anything negative in my background. I have already been through a background check once thanks to a CCW permit.

    Any idea what could be taking so long? I know...I'm sounding impatient, but I would like to be working again, as this waiting is starting to drive me up the wall :biggrin_2552:

    The main reason I bring this up, is one of the companies I would like to work for requires HazMat before their orientation.
     
    6Shooter, Mar 14, 2012
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  3. Mar 14, 2012 #2
    rockee

    rockee Road Train Member

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    You can call TSA and they can tell you what the status is. That's what I had to do. I don't have the info with me now but you can get the number online.
     
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  4. Mar 14, 2012 #3
    eastbound & down

    eastbound & down Light Load Member

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    I did my hazmat prints 2-20-12 same here no word class starts on the 19th I called today I passed the fbi background lady said I should get a letter in the mail. Give the T.s.a a call (877) 429-7746 had me on hold a bit due to high call volume but its a relief to know im good to go on hazmat X.
     
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  5. Mar 14, 2012 #4
    STexan

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    It varies, sometimes they may turn them out in 30 days, sometimes it may take 60 days. I think it has to do a lot with where you originated the process. Personally, If I did my 2/20 I'd not be expecting it before 4/1.
     
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  7. Mar 14, 2012 #5
    THIRSTY

    THIRSTY Light Load Member

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    I did mine 02/19 and finally found out they completed it today, went down to DMV and now have my X endorsement:biggrin_25514: on my license. With any luck yours should be done shortly.....just keep calling them. Good luck.
     
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  8. Mar 14, 2012 #6
    ewill71

    ewill71 Heavy Load Member

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    dont get into a big hurry and panic, remember it is our lovely government and waiting on them is like waiting for cement to dry.
    they never hurry as long as they owe you something, but if you owe them they are on your butt.
     
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  9. Mar 14, 2012 #7
    Scuby

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    Mine took about 2 weeks. Like STexan it can take up to 2 months. I would call TSA and see if they can tell you anything.
     
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  10. Mar 14, 2012 #8
    andy

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    Don't worry. Mine took about 6 weeks. It's randomly different for everyone.
     
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  11. Mar 15, 2012 #9
    6Shooter

    6Shooter Light Load Member

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    I've called the TSA 3 times...first, was on hold for 19 minutes...click and dial-tone. Second time, on hold for 9 minutes...click and dial-tone. Third time, on hold for 2 minutes, I'm sorry sir, but your background check is still under investigation, pending an employment from 1997...have a nice day day, click. (in a nutshell is what they said)

    Why are they going back to a job that far back? and why try to contact an employer that no longer exists? I will admit that the job was for a low level federal clearance for new prison contruction...but to dig that deep from 14-16 years ago?

    I guess I answer my own question when I say it will be the full 6 weeks since the company is no longer there, and this is the government we are talking about here...what sucks, the job I want will not start my orientation without that Hazmat endorement...

    It's a test...that's it...they are testing my patience...and I WILL pass :biggrin_25516:
     
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  12. Mar 15, 2012 #10
    eastbound & down

    eastbound & down Light Load Member

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    Wow didnt know they check employment history too... Yeah they must get a ton of calls my lady rushed me off the phone as well.
     
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