Is it true that in California to add Hazmat, you have to retake the test?

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  1. ThisisMeUsee

    ThisisMeUsee Light Load Member

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    that if one already has his or her CDL permit and wants to add HAZMAT to their CDL permit, that they will need to retake the entire written tests including the general knowledge and endorsements they previously passed?
     
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  3. dltdamien

    dltdamien Light Load Member

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    I got my hazmat and tanker a year and some change ago in CA and only had to take the haz and tanker test.
     
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  4. Texnmidwest

    Texnmidwest Light Load Member

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    Yes, every renewal one must take a written exam and be fingerprinted all over again. Sucks....
     
  5. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Also get a TWIC card. This gives you even more jobs to choose from.
     
  6. ThisisMeUsee

    ThisisMeUsee Light Load Member

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    weren't the rules different then though? I know that new drivers have to take ELDT training and such before taking the written HAZMAT test. I'm so confused.
     
  7. ThisisMeUsee

    ThisisMeUsee Light Load Member

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    I have two different answers here. First poster says all he has to do is take the hazmat and tanker and second poster says I need to retake written and finger prints all over. Please help
     
  8. Chinatown

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    Go to your local DMV and ask. Some states have different rules.
     
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    UsualSuspect Road Train Member

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    DMV it's just the HazMat Test, which you will need to take when it is due for renewal as well. The TSA HazMat Clearance you need fingerprints everytime.
     
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  10. Anywhichwaybutloose

    Anywhichwaybutloose Light Load Member

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    Addition of hazmat will require an eldt hazmat class. The hazmat test and finger prints will be required the first and every time you renew your hazmat.
     
  11. dltdamien

    dltdamien Light Load Member

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    As far as I know when renewing your hazmat you'll have to get fingerprints and retake the hazmat test. I think the new rules only apply to first acquiring your hazmat. Best bet is to call or walk in to the dmv and talk to one of the clerks specialized in dealing with cdl holders.
     
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