hazmat info

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by carolina red, May 3, 2013.

  1. carolina red

    carolina red Bobtail Member

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    do i have to fill-out TSA forms and wait or can i go ahead and take hazmat test ?:biggrin_2556:
     
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  3. Twicebit

    Twicebit Light Load Member

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    And I would like to add a question: With my CDL being in one state, may I take the Hazmat test/do anything else involved with gaining my Hazmat Endorsement, in another state, or does it all need to be initated and completed in the state where I have my CDL? Thank you
     
  4. arh3208

    arh3208 Bobtail Member

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    The way I did it when I got mine, since it usually takes a bit for the TSA to get its checks done, is I went and got fingerprinted and did the forms first (place to do it is a ways from where I live and only does it 2 days a week). Then I went in and took the written tests (drivers license office here is only open 2 days a week as well). Now, much to my surprise mine was approved as soon as I went in to take the written test. Pry a fluke. But some states vary in how them want this process done, so I would call the driver's license office and ask them before I did anything if you are unsure. I asked the TSA when I called them and they said it shouldn't matter too much, but it does depend on the state.
     
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  5. arh3208

    arh3208 Bobtail Member

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    @Twicebit: It has to be done in the state where you got your CDL as far as I know. Also note: if you move to a different state (your permanent address), you will have to retake the hazmat test and the TSA checks, unless I misunderstood something on the rules for this.
     
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  6. RickG

    RickG Road Train Member

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    They need to check with their state DMV for the procedure their because procedures vary by state
     
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  7. Twicebit

    Twicebit Light Load Member

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    Thank you, arh3208, knowing this information helps me alot!
     
  8. carolina red

    carolina red Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the info, i'll check with my local dmv, drive safe..
     
  9. Cab Lizzard

    Cab Lizzard Light Load Member

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    This is true.....
    Plus the state gets more $$$$ main reason for all this BS..............
     
  10. carolina red

    carolina red Bobtail Member

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    why the drama, you know nothing in life is free!!!!!
     
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