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CDL Hazardous Materials (H) Endorsement Test

Shipping papers: practice questions

Our CDL Hazmat bank has 17 questions on this topic. Here are 4 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.

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Question 1

In the "HM" column, what may replace the "X"?

  1. "RQ", if a reportable quantity
  2. "HZ", for any hazmat
  3. The hazard class number
  4. The ID number
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A. "RQ", if a reportable quantity — 49 CFR 172.201(a)(1)(iii): the X may be replaced by RQ, if appropriate

Question 2

How long must a shipper keep a copy of a hazmat shipping paper (not waste)?

  1. 1 year after the initial carrier accepts it
  2. 3 years after the initial carrier accepts it
  3. 2 years after the initial carrier accepts it
  4. 90 days after delivery
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C. 2 years after the initial carrier accepts it — 49 CFR 172.201(e): 2 years for hazmat, 3 years for hazardous waste

Question 3

May the ID number, shipping name and hazard class be abbreviated on a shipping paper?

  1. Yes, if the abbreviation is common in the industry
  2. Yes, on continuation pages
  3. No, unless specifically authorized in the regulations
  4. Only for hazardous waste
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C. No, unless specifically authorized in the regulations — The ID number, shipping name and hazard class must not be abbreviated unless specifically authorized (CDL Manual 9.3.5)

Question 4

May a non-hazardous material be described with a hazard class or ID number?

  1. Yes, if the shipper chooses
  2. No
  3. Yes, for bulk shipments only
  4. Only on international shipments
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B. No — A non-hazardous material may not be described by using a hazard class or an identification number (CDL Manual 9.3.5)

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