Prime Inc driver thread

Thats kind of what I was thinking, because they asked me at the testing station if I needed to test for any additional endorsements and I said no. But after the fact it occurred to me that I would need a hazmat endorsement. Just wasn't sure if that was something I needed on the temporary permit or after getting the license. I did a google search too which pretty much seems to confirm what you've said from what I read.

 

Yeah. It is not necessary to start training with but recommended at some point after you go solo. Gives you access to additional loads

 

Awesome, thats all I needed to know. Thanks Jayhawker

 

You need to get the tanker endorsement as well as hazmat. The 190 gallon palletized liquid containers require a tanker endorsement now.

 

*For Once Im not starting anything*

Is this absolutley true?? I just hauled some last week and nobody said nothing!!

 

Yup. FMCSA changed the licensing requirements last year... go search the OOIDA website for a story about it. It doesn't take 100% effect until 2013 I think, but it depends on the state. Texas is already ticketing for not having the proper endorsements. The newbs need to get the tanker and hazmat endorsement though.

 

Don't fall out IP but Thanks for the info!! I hadn't heard anything about it!!

 

No problem... glad to help out a fellow trucker.

 

In case anyone wants to read the article: http://www.landlinemag.com/Story.aspx?StoryID=23685

 

So right after I get my comercial class A drivers license in my hand I should go get my hazmat and tanker endorsements? Or do I need to get those with my temporary permit to be able to drive?