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Commercial Driver License Handbook - Table of Contents


PDF Version Of The Commercial Driver License Handbook

California Driver License Classes Valid As Of January 1, 2009

New 2009 Laws

Section 1: Introduction

This section is for all commercial drivers

Section 2: Driving safely

This section if for all commercial drivers

Section 3: Transporting Cargo

This section is for all commercial drivers

Section 4: Transporting Passengers

This section is for drivers who transport passengers

Section 5: Air Brakes

This section is for drivers who drive or tow vehicles with air brakes

Section 6: Combination Vehicles

This section is for drivers who need a Class A CDL

Section 7: Doubles and Triples

This section is for drivers who tow doubles or triples

Section 8: Tank Vehicles

This section is for drivers who drive tank vehicles

Section 9: Hazardous Materials/Wastes

This section is for drivers who need a HAZMAT endorsement

Section 10: Pre-Trip Test

This section will assist drivers taking the pre-trip test

Section 11: Skills Test

This section will assist drivers taking the skills test

Section 12: Driving Test

This section will assist drivers taking the driving test

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