Passenger
This test is taken by all drivers taking the school bus test. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test The test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. Each question has three answer choices. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Test questions come from the California Commercial Driver Handbook. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers Safely, Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test and On-Road Driving. The Passenger endorsement can be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.
Number of Question
Passing Score
8. When driving in winter, which of the following should receive extra attention in a pre-trip inspection?
Explanation
When doing a pre-trip inspection during the winter, you should pay extra attention to the coolant level and amount of antifreeze; the defrosting and heating equipment; the wiper blades and windshield washer; the tires and tire chains; the lights and reflectors; the windows and mirrors; the hand holds, steps, and deck plates; the radiator shuttles and winterfront; and exhaust system.
9. To warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down, you should:
Explanation
To let drivers behind you know that you plan to slow down, lightly tap your brake pedal a few times to flash your brake lights. It is important to communicate your intentions to other drivers.
10. If involved in an accident, which of the following is not recommended?
Explanation
When involved in an accident, you should protect the area, notify authorities, care for the injured, collect required information, and report the accident. You can lose your license for leaving the scene of an accident.
11. A thin layer of ice that forms on road surfaces is called:
Explanation
Black ice is a thin layer of ice that is clear enough for the road surface to be seen through it. A road covered in black ice may look like it is merely wet. You should be very careful when temperatures are below freezing and the road looks wet.
12. If you’re unfamiliar with the area in which you must back up, you should:
Explanation
Before backing up, you should get out of your vehicle and look at your line of travel. Check your clearance to the sides and overhead.
13. If there is a cargo fire in a box trailer:
Explanation
The doors of a trailer should be not be opened in the event of a cargo fire, especially if the cargo includes hazardous materials. Opening trailer doors would increase the fire's oxygen supply, potentially causing the fire to increase in size.
14. When performing a pre-trip inspection and looking into the fifth wheel gap, you should:
Explanation
When inspecting a trailer coupling, you should make sure the fifth wheel locking jaws are closed around the shank of the kingpin, not the head of the kingpin.
Frequently Asked Questions
To obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement in California, you need to follow these steps:
1. Meet the eligibility requirements: You must be at least 18 years old and have a valid California driver’s license. You also need to have a valid Medical Examination Report and Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
2. Obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): To apply for a CDL, you must pass a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
3. Complete the Passenger endorsement application: You can obtain the application from any DMV office or download it from the DMV website. Fill out the application accurately and completely.
4. Pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test: The knowledge test covers topics such as loading and unloading passengers, processing fares, and handling emergency situations.
5. Pass the Passenger endorsement skills test: The skills test will evaluate your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely and smoothly.
6. Pay the fee: Currently, the fee for adding a Passenger endorsement to your CDL is $5.
7. Receive your new CDL with Passenger endorsement: Once you have passed both tests and paid the fee, your new CDL with Passenger endorsement will be issued to you.
Note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
1. Meet the eligibility requirements: You must be at least 18 years old and have a valid California driver’s license. You also need to have a valid Medical Examination Report and Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
2. Obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): To apply for a CDL, you must pass a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
3. Complete the Passenger endorsement application: You can obtain the application from any DMV office or download it from the DMV website. Fill out the application accurately and completely.
4. Pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test: The knowledge test covers topics such as loading and unloading passengers, processing fares, and handling emergency situations.
5. Pass the Passenger endorsement skills test: The skills test will evaluate your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely and smoothly.
6. Pay the fee: Currently, the fee for adding a Passenger endorsement to your CDL is $5.
7. Receive your new CDL with Passenger endorsement: Once you have passed both tests and paid the fee, your new CDL with Passenger endorsement will be issued to you.
Note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
To obtain a CDL Passenger license in California, you must meet the following requirements:
1. Be at least 18 years old: You must be at least 18 years old to operate a vehicle that carries passengers.
2. Hold a valid California driver’s license: You must have a valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record.
3. Obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): To apply for a CDL, you must pass a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
4. Pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test: The knowledge test covers topics such as loading and unloading passengers, processing fares, and handling emergency situations.
5. Pass the Passenger endorsement skills test: The skills test will evaluate your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely and smoothly.
6. Provide medical documentation: You must provide a Medical Examination Report and Medical Examiner’s Certificate to prove that you are physically qualified to operate a passenger vehicle.
7. Pay the fee: Currently, the fee for adding a Passenger endorsement to your CDL is $5.
Note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
1. Be at least 18 years old: You must be at least 18 years old to operate a vehicle that carries passengers.
2. Hold a valid California driver’s license: You must have a valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record.
3. Obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): To apply for a CDL, you must pass a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
4. Pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test: The knowledge test covers topics such as loading and unloading passengers, processing fares, and handling emergency situations.
5. Pass the Passenger endorsement skills test: The skills test will evaluate your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely and smoothly.
6. Provide medical documentation: You must provide a Medical Examination Report and Medical Examiner’s Certificate to prove that you are physically qualified to operate a passenger vehicle.
7. Pay the fee: Currently, the fee for adding a Passenger endorsement to your CDL is $5.
Note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
Yes, you need specific experience and training to obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement in California.
You must first obtain a California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) by passing a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
After obtaining your CDL, you will need to complete specialized training to operate a passenger vehicle. This training includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.
The California DMV requires that you complete a minimum of 20 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of behind-the-wheel training in a passenger vehicle with a qualified instructor. The training must cover topics such as passenger safety, emergency procedures, and passenger loading and unloading.
Once you have completed the required training, you will need to pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test and skills test to obtain the endorsement on your CDL.
It is important to note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
You must first obtain a California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) by passing a written knowledge test, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a driving skills test. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.
After obtaining your CDL, you will need to complete specialized training to operate a passenger vehicle. This training includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.
The California DMV requires that you complete a minimum of 20 hours of classroom instruction and 20 hours of behind-the-wheel training in a passenger vehicle with a qualified instructor. The training must cover topics such as passenger safety, emergency procedures, and passenger loading and unloading.
Once you have completed the required training, you will need to pass the Passenger endorsement knowledge test and skills test to obtain the endorsement on your CDL.
It is important to note that if you have any medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate a passenger vehicle safely, you may be required to provide additional medical documentation or undergo further testing before being granted the endorsement.
Yes, there is an additional written test or exam that you must pass to obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement in California. This is the Passenger endorsement knowledge test.
The Passenger endorsement knowledge test covers topics such as passenger safety, emergency procedures, and passenger loading and unloading. You will need to study the California Commercial Driver Handbook, which includes a section on passenger transportation, to prepare for the test.
The Passenger endorsement knowledge test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions, and you must answer at least 16 of them correctly to pass. The test is administered on a computer at a California DMV office.
In addition to the Passenger endorsement knowledge test, you will also need to pass the general knowledge test and any other applicable written tests for your specific class of CDL.
The Passenger endorsement knowledge test covers topics such as passenger safety, emergency procedures, and passenger loading and unloading. You will need to study the California Commercial Driver Handbook, which includes a section on passenger transportation, to prepare for the test.
The Passenger endorsement knowledge test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions, and you must answer at least 16 of them correctly to pass. The test is administered on a computer at a California DMV office.
In addition to the Passenger endorsement knowledge test, you will also need to pass the general knowledge test and any other applicable written tests for your specific class of CDL.
Yes, to obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement in California, you will need to pass a skills test that includes specific maneuvers and skills related to passenger transportation.
During the skills test, you will need to demonstrate your ability to safely operate a passenger vehicle and handle various situations that may arise while transporting passengers. You will be tested on the following maneuvers:
1. Pre-trip inspection: You will need to perform a pre-trip inspection of your vehicle, checking for any defects or safety issues.
2. Basic vehicle control: You will need to demonstrate your ability to control the vehicle in various situations, such as turning, backing up, and parking.
3. On-road driving: You will need to drive the vehicle on public roads while following all traffic laws and demonstrating safe driving practices.
4. Passenger management: You will need to demonstrate your ability to safely load and unload passengers, assist passengers with disabilities, and handle emergency situations.
The skills test is administered by a California DMV examiner and may take up to two hours to complete. You must pass all sections of the skills test to obtain the Passenger endorsement on your CDL. It is important to note that you must also hold a valid California driver's license with the appropriate class of license for the vehicle you are driving.
During the skills test, you will need to demonstrate your ability to safely operate a passenger vehicle and handle various situations that may arise while transporting passengers. You will be tested on the following maneuvers:
1. Pre-trip inspection: You will need to perform a pre-trip inspection of your vehicle, checking for any defects or safety issues.
2. Basic vehicle control: You will need to demonstrate your ability to control the vehicle in various situations, such as turning, backing up, and parking.
3. On-road driving: You will need to drive the vehicle on public roads while following all traffic laws and demonstrating safe driving practices.
4. Passenger management: You will need to demonstrate your ability to safely load and unload passengers, assist passengers with disabilities, and handle emergency situations.
The skills test is administered by a California DMV examiner and may take up to two hours to complete. You must pass all sections of the skills test to obtain the Passenger endorsement on your CDL. It is important to note that you must also hold a valid California driver's license with the appropriate class of license for the vehicle you are driving.
In California, you are required to have a CDL Passenger endorsement if you are driving a vehicle designed to carry more than 10 passengers, including the driver, for hire or compensation. This includes vehicles such as buses, airport shuttles, and limousines.
If you are driving a vehicle designed to carry fewer than 10 passengers for hire or compensation, you may not need a CDL Passenger endorsement, but you may still be required to have a commercial driver's license (CDL) with the appropriate class of license for the vehicle you are driving.
It is important to note that driving without the appropriate CDL endorsement or license can result in fines, license suspension or revocation, and in some cases, criminal charges. Additionally, if you are involved in an accident while transporting passengers without the proper endorsement or license, you could be held liable for any damages or injuries that occur.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that you have the appropriate CDL endorsement and license before transporting passengers for hire or compensation in California.
If you are driving a vehicle designed to carry fewer than 10 passengers for hire or compensation, you may not need a CDL Passenger endorsement, but you may still be required to have a commercial driver's license (CDL) with the appropriate class of license for the vehicle you are driving.
It is important to note that driving without the appropriate CDL endorsement or license can result in fines, license suspension or revocation, and in some cases, criminal charges. Additionally, if you are involved in an accident while transporting passengers without the proper endorsement or license, you could be held liable for any damages or injuries that occur.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that you have the appropriate CDL endorsement and license before transporting passengers for hire or compensation in California.
You can add the CDL Passenger endorsement to your existing CDL license in California. To add the endorsement, you will need to pass the Passenger endorsement skills test, which includes a pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, on-road driving, and passenger management.
To schedule a skills test, you must first obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and hold it for at least 14 days before taking the skills test. You can apply for a CLP by visiting your local DMV office and completing an application form. You will also need to provide proof of identity, residency, and medical certification.
Once you have passed the skills test and obtained the Passenger endorsement, you will need to visit a DMV office to have it added to your CDL license. You will need to pay a fee for the endorsement and provide proof of identity and residency.
It is important to note that if you are upgrading your CDL license to add the Passenger endorsement, you may also be required to pass additional knowledge tests related to passenger transportation.
To schedule a skills test, you must first obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and hold it for at least 14 days before taking the skills test. You can apply for a CLP by visiting your local DMV office and completing an application form. You will also need to provide proof of identity, residency, and medical certification.
Once you have passed the skills test and obtained the Passenger endorsement, you will need to visit a DMV office to have it added to your CDL license. You will need to pay a fee for the endorsement and provide proof of identity and residency.
It is important to note that if you are upgrading your CDL license to add the Passenger endorsement, you may also be required to pass additional knowledge tests related to passenger transportation.
Yes, there are some restrictions and limitations for drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement in California.
One of the main restrictions is that drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement are not allowed to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, unless they have also obtained a passenger endorsement (P) and a specific type of certification known as a "S" endorsement.
Additionally, drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement are subject to stricter regulations regarding hours of service, vehicle inspections, and other safety requirements. For example, they may be required to keep a logbook to track their hours of service and conduct daily vehicle inspections.
It is also important to note that drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement may be subject to more frequent and rigorous safety inspections by law enforcement agencies.
Overall, it is important for drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement to be aware of these restrictions and limitations and to comply with all applicable rules and regulations in order to ensure safe transportation of passengers.
One of the main restrictions is that drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement are not allowed to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, unless they have also obtained a passenger endorsement (P) and a specific type of certification known as a "S" endorsement.
Additionally, drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement are subject to stricter regulations regarding hours of service, vehicle inspections, and other safety requirements. For example, they may be required to keep a logbook to track their hours of service and conduct daily vehicle inspections.
It is also important to note that drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement may be subject to more frequent and rigorous safety inspections by law enforcement agencies.
Overall, it is important for drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement to be aware of these restrictions and limitations and to comply with all applicable rules and regulations in order to ensure safe transportation of passengers.
Yes, there are age requirements and restrictions for obtaining a CDL Passenger endorsement in California.
To obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement, you must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid California commercial driver's license (CDL). However, if you plan to transport passengers across state lines or transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.
There are also certain medical requirements that must be met in order to obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement. You must pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed medical examiner and provide proof of your medical certification to the DMV.
In addition to age and medical requirements, there may be other restrictions or limitations based on your driving record or criminal history. For example, if you have been convicted of certain offenses, such as driving under the influence (DUI) or reckless driving, you may be disqualified from obtaining a CDL Passenger endorsement.
It is important to carefully review all eligibility requirements and restrictions before applying for a CDL Passenger endorsement.
To obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement, you must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid California commercial driver's license (CDL). However, if you plan to transport passengers across state lines or transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.
There are also certain medical requirements that must be met in order to obtain a CDL Passenger endorsement. You must pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed medical examiner and provide proof of your medical certification to the DMV.
In addition to age and medical requirements, there may be other restrictions or limitations based on your driving record or criminal history. For example, if you have been convicted of certain offenses, such as driving under the influence (DUI) or reckless driving, you may be disqualified from obtaining a CDL Passenger endorsement.
It is important to carefully review all eligibility requirements and restrictions before applying for a CDL Passenger endorsement.
With a CDL Passenger endorsement, you are authorized to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) designed to carry passengers.
This includes vehicles such as:
- Buses designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver
- Vans or minibusses designed to carry more than 8 passengers, including the driver, for compensation (i.e., as part of a business)
- School buses
- Shuttle buses
- Tour buses
It is important to note that there may be additional requirements and restrictions depending on the type of vehicle you are operating. For example, operating a school bus may require additional endorsements and certifications beyond the CDL Passenger endorsement.
Additionally, if you are transporting hazardous materials or passengers across state lines, you may need additional endorsements and certifications beyond the CDL Passenger endorsement.
It is important to carefully review all requirements and restrictions before operating any type of commercial motor vehicle.
This includes vehicles such as:
- Buses designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver
- Vans or minibusses designed to carry more than 8 passengers, including the driver, for compensation (i.e., as part of a business)
- School buses
- Shuttle buses
- Tour buses
It is important to note that there may be additional requirements and restrictions depending on the type of vehicle you are operating. For example, operating a school bus may require additional endorsements and certifications beyond the CDL Passenger endorsement.
Additionally, if you are transporting hazardous materials or passengers across state lines, you may need additional endorsements and certifications beyond the CDL Passenger endorsement.
It is important to carefully review all requirements and restrictions before operating any type of commercial motor vehicle.
