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Jun 16, 2017 • Carriers

HAZMAT Endorsement

HAZMAT Endorsement

Here are the steps to get your HAZMAT endorsement and potentially earn more.

HAZMAT Endorsement

Hazmat endorsement is required by truck driver’s who have a Commercial Driver’s License and wish to deliver HAZMAT loads containing hazardous materials. Since the materials you’re hauling can have severe health consequences, the Department of Transportation has enlisted specific requirements before a truck driver can haul such loads. There is a risk-reward with hauling hazardous materials as it typically pays more than a typical freight.

1. How to Get HAZMAT Endorsement on CDL

A truck driver with a Class A, B or C CDL can apply for DOT HAZMAT endorsement by completing these five procedures.

  1. Fill out HAZMAT endorsement application through the DMV or TSA
  2. Complete a medical screening
  3. Pass the DMV written exam (varies by state)
  4. Pay fees
  5. Submit a TSA Background Security Screening either online or in-person

The following states require an in-person DMV application for TSA Security Assessment.

  • Florida
  • Kentucky
  • Maryland
  • Mississippi
  • New York
  • Pennsylvania
  • Texas
  • Virginia
  • Wisconsin

2. Carriers HAZMAT Responsibilities

Truck drivers who have a HAZMAT endorsement typically earn a higher salary than standard drivers with a CDL. When hauling hazardous materials truck drivers are subject to specific responsibilities that go beyond standard requirements set by the DOT.

  • Shipping Paper
  • Placard and Mark Vehicle
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Compatibility
  • Blocking and Bracing
  • Incident Report
  • Security Plan
  • Employee Training
    • 3. HAZMAT Classifications

      • Class 1 – Explosives
      • Class 2 – Gases
      • Class 3 – Flammable Liquid
      • Class 4 – Flammable Solids
      • Class 5 – Oxidizing Substances / Organic Peroxides
      • Class 6 – Poisonous (Toxic) and Infectious Substances
      • Class 7 – Radioactive Material
      • Class 8 – Corrosives
      • Class 9 – Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods: environmentally hazardous substances, elevated temperature material, hazardous wastes, marine pollutants

      4. Have a Copy of the HAZMAT Table in Your Truck

      The HAZMAT Table displays the classifications of hazardous materials and breaks them down by division, as well as by specific material. Having the HAZMAT Table with you at all times will allow you to correctly fill out any shipping papers or packages and comply with Hazardous Material Requirements (HMR) and avoid a violation. The most common DOT HAZMAT violation is not having a copy of USDOT hazardous materials registration number.

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