I have my current, valid CDL A. I want to add my Hazmat endorsement. Do I need the ELDT general training and ELDT hazmat; or, just ELDT hazmat to take my state hazmat test?
ELDT and Adding Hazmat
Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by downplay, Jan 8, 2025.
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Just do the ELDT test. In my state, you then get your Hazmat packet from the DMV, and test at the State Police HQ's.
The ELDT was a joke. I already had my CDL, just decided to get HM. Had to pay a school to go in and take a 5 minute test, and take that to the DMV.downplay Thanks this. -
So, there’s no special hazmat ELDT training? It is just getting the ELDT training?
What is the order? Did you take your state hazmat test before or after getting the TSA background check? -
I was told that the ELDT is just an online course that takes about an hour to complete
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https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/commercial-drivers-license/entry-level-driver-training-eldt
Yes. You need ELDT since you didn't have the HM endorsement prior to Feb 2007. -
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The steps include
ELDT
Knowledge Test
Fingerprints
Background check
Getting new CDL plastic card
Paying fees.brian991219 and downplay Thank this. -
How long did it take any of you get approved by the TSA? I see something about 60 days in their FAQs.
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The TSA will send you an email. When you receive the email go to the Driver License office to finish the process.
In my state, yours may be different, I can take the HM knowledge test before I give fingerprints, before I get the TSA email.
Once you have HM you can't just let the endorsement expire. That will cause your CDL to be canceled. To get rid of HM you MUST go to DMV & exchange your CDL with HM for a replacement CDL without HM.downplay Thanks this.
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