Florida CDL DMV Endorsement Passenger 2

The first hazardous materials class includes explosives such as ammunition, dynamite, and fireworks.

During the basic vehicle control skills test, you must place the vehicle in neutral and set the parking brake before exiting the vehicle to check its position. You may check the position of the vehicle no more than twice, except during the straight line backing exercise, where you may look no more than once.

It is important to inspect your tires before every drive. Rust around wheel nuts may indicate that they are loose.

Drivers with blocked vision may pose hazards to others on the road. Examples of such drivers include those who haven't scraped ice off of their windshields; those driving vehicles loaded with large items blocking the windows; and those who are driving rental trucks without being used to the limited rear visibility of a truck.

In low temperatures, bridges usually freeze before other road surfaces. When driving in cold weather, especially when weather conditions have been wet, use special caution on bridges and overpasses.

During the vehicle inspection test, you must be able to indicate where the oil dipstick is located; show that the oil level is within a safe operating range; and show that the oil level is above the refill mark.

In heavy traffic, it is safest to match the speed of surrounding vehicles. Vehicles traveling in the same direction at the same speed are unlikely to collide. However, you should not exceed legal speed limits.

To help prevent theft or vandalism, charter bus drivers should not allow passengers to board the vehicle until departure time.

A passive railroad crossing is a crossing that lacks control devices, like gates or warning lights. Before crossing a passive railroad crossing, you should search the tracks for approaching trains coming from either direction.

After you start the engine, keep an eye on the gauges. Oil pressure should rise to a normal level within a few seconds of the engine being started.

Before inspecting the engine compartment, make sure that the parking brakes are on and/or the wheels are chocked. Check the engine compartment before entering the cab and starting the engine.

Backing a large CMV is always dangerous because you will not be able to see everything behind you. If you must back up, use a helper, if possible.

People sometimes damage unattended buses. Before operating a bus that has been unattended, the driver should always check the interior to make sure that everything is in proper condition for passenger safety.

Backing can be dangerous, so avoid doing it whenever you can. If possible, park in such a way that allows you to pull forward to exit your parking space.

When turning quickly to avoid an object, turn only as much as is necessary to clear it. Do not apply the brakes while turning.

Hazardous materials must be marked with the name of the material, the identification number, and the appropriate hazard label. Do not transport a hazardous material unless you are positive that it is permitted.

If your drive wheels begin to spin while accelerating on a surface with poor traction, you should remove your foot from the accelerator.

While driving, you should consistently check the road ahead for hazards. Develop a plan to deal with any hazards that could arise.

Be sure to check the tightness of the belts in your engine compartment. Loose belts will not turn the water pump and/or fan properly, which can lead the engine overheating.

To avoid becoming fatigued on a long trip, you should take a break after every 100 miles or two hours of driving. Driving through the night, or during any other time when you would normally be asleep, raises the danger of fatigue.