Kansas CDL Handbook

Kansas

Commercial

Driver’s License

Manual

CDL Testing Model AAMVA 05 Model Test Version Version: June 2022 CDL Driver’s Manual COPYRIGHT ©AAMVA ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Kansas’ approximately 141,000 miles of roads keep our state’s economy moving between cities and towns - both rural and urban – and these roads help us stay connected. Even more importantly, these roads are built to keep safe our state’s most valuable assets- people like you. As drivers, we also have a big responsibility for keeping our roads safe, and this handbook was created with that purpose in mind. Whether you are a new or experienced driver, it will help prepare you to successfully complete your driving test, which focuses on shared “rules of the road” that help us all drive safely. One new item I want to highlight is the information about texting while driving. Because a growing number of traffic accidents and deaths have been caused by people sending text messages while driving, the Kansas Legislature updated our driving laws to prohibit this activity that can dangerously distract us from the road.

I invite you to visit our website, www.ksrevenue.org, for answers to other questions you may have. The Kansas Department of Revenue strives to make your experience with the Division of Vehicles quicker, more user-friendly, and convenient. Our website gives you another way to take care of some services without leaving your house or waiting in lines.

Sincerely,

Governor Laura Kelly

Table of Contents

Appointment Scheduling ............................................................................................................................ 18 Skills Exam ............................................................................................................................................. 18 Written Exam(s), CDL Changes, and CDL Renewals ............................................................................ 18 Mandatory Entry-Level Driver Training ..................................................................................................... 19 FMCSA Training Provider Registry ....................................................................................................... 19 Section 1- Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 22 1.1 – Commercial Driver License Tests .................................................................................................. 27 1.1.1 – Knowledge Tests ..................................................................................................................... 27 1.1.2 – Skills Tests .............................................................................................................................. 27 1.2 – Medical Documentation Requirements .......................................................................................... 28 1.2.1 – Interstate or Intrastate Commerce ........................................................................................... 28 1.2.2 – Inter/Intrastate Commerce: Status Non-excepted or Excepted? ............................................. 29 1.2.3 – Self-Certification Statements .................................................................................................. 30 IMPORTANT NOTE .................................................................................................................................... 30 1.3 - CDL Disqualifications .................................................................................................................... 33 1.3.1 – General .................................................................................................................................... 33 1.3.2 – Alcohol, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, and Commission of a Felony ............................ 33 1.3.4 – Violation of Out-of-Service Orders ........................................................................................ 34 1.3.5 – Railroad-highway Grade Crossing Violations ........................................................................ 34 1.3.6 – Hazardous Materials Endorsement Background Check and Disqualifications ....................... 34 1.3.7 – Traffic Violations in Your Personal Vehicle .......................................................................... 34 1.4 – Other CDL Rules ........................................................................................................................... 35 1.5 – International Registration Plan International Fuel Tax Agreement ............................................... 35 Section 2-Driving Safely ............................................................................................................................. 39 2.1 – Vehicle Inspection ......................................................................................................................... 39 2.1.1 – Why Inspect ............................................................................................................................ 39 2.1.2 – Types of Vehicle Inspection ................................................................................................... 39 2.1.3 – What to Look For .................................................................................................................... 40 2.1.4 – CDL Vehicle Inspection Test .................................................................................................. 43 2.1.5 – Seven-step Inspection Method ................................................................................................ 43 2.1.6 – Inspection during a Trip .......................................................................................................... 48 2.1.7 – After-trip Inspection and Report ............................................................................................. 49 2.2 – Basic Control of Your Vehicle ....................................................................................................... 49 2.2.1 – Accelerating ............................................................................................................................ 49 2.2.2 – Steering ................................................................................................................................... 50 2.2.3 – Stopping .................................................................................................................................. 50 2.2.4 – Backing Safely ........................................................................................................................ 50 2.3 – Shifting Gears ................................................................................................................................ 51 2.3.1 – Manual Transmissions ............................................................................................................ 51 2.3.2 – Multi-speed Rear Axles and Auxiliary Transmissions ........................................................... 52 2.3.3 – Automatic Transmissions ........................................................................................................ 52 2.3.4 – Retarders ................................................................................................................................. 52 2.4 – Seeing ............................................................................................................................................. 52 2.4.1 – Seeing Ahead .......................................................................................................................... 53 2.4.2 – Seeing to the Sides and Rear ................................................................................................... 53 2.5 – Communicating .............................................................................................................................. 55 2.5.1 – Signal Your Intentions ............................................................................................................ 55 2.5.2 – Communicating Your Presence .............................................................................................. 55 2.6 – Controlling Speed .......................................................................................................................... 58 2.6.1 – Stopping Distance ................................................................................................................... 58 2.6.2 – Matching Speed to the Road Surface ...................................................................................... 59 2.6.3 – Speed and Curves .................................................................................................................... 60 2.6.4 – Speed and Distance Ahead ...................................................................................................... 60 2.6.5 – Speed and Traffic Flow ........................................................................................................... 60 2.6.6 – Speed on Downgrades ............................................................................................................. 61 2.6.7 – Roadway Work Zones ............................................................................................................. 61 2.7 – Managing Space ............................................................................................................................. 61 2.7.1 – Space Ahead ............................................................................................................................ 62 2.7.2 – Space Behind .......................................................................................................................... 63 2.7.3 – Space to the Sides ................................................................................................................... 63 2.7.4 – Space Overhead....................................................................................................................... 63 2.7.5 – Space Below ............................................................................................................................ 64 2.7.6 – Space for Turns ....................................................................................................................... 64 2.7.7 – Space Needed to Cross or Enter Traffic .................................................................................. 65 2.8 – Seeing Hazards ............................................................................................................................... 65 2.8.1 – Importance of Seeing Hazards ................................................................................................ 65 2.8.2 – Hazardous Roads..................................................................................................................... 66 2.8.3 – Drivers Who Are Hazards ....................................................................................................... 66 2.8.4 – Always Have a Plan ................................................................................................................ 68 2.9 – Distracted Driving .......................................................................................................................... 69 2.9.1 – The Distracted Driving Crash Problem ................................................................................... 69 2.9.2 – Effects of Distracted Driving .................................................................................................. 69 2.9.3 – Types of Distractions .............................................................................................................. 70 2.9.4 – Cell/Mobile Phones ................................................................................................................. 70 2.9.5 –Texting ..................................................................................................................................... 70 2.9.6 – Don’t Drive Distracted ............................................................................................................ 71 2.9.7 – Watch Out for Other Distracted Drivers ................................................................................. 72 2.10 – Aggressive Drivers/Road Rage .................................................................................................... 72 2.10.1 – What Is It? ............................................................................................................................. 72 2.10.2 – Don’t Be an Aggressive Driver ............................................................................................. 72 2.10.3 – What You Should Do When Confronted by an Aggressive Driver ...................................... 72 2.11 – Driving at Night ........................................................................................................................... 73 2.11.1 – It's More Dangerous .............................................................................................................. 73 2.11.2 – Driver Factors ....................................................................................................................... 73 2.11.3 – Roadway Factors ................................................................................................................... 75 2.11.4 – Vehicle Factors ..................................................................................................................... 75 2.11.5 – Night Driving Procedures ..................................................................................................... 76 2.12 – Driving in Fog .............................................................................................................................. 77 2.13 – Driving in Winter ......................................................................................................................... 77 2.13.1 – Vehicle Checks ..................................................................................................................... 77 2.13.2 – Driving .................................................................................................................................. 78 2.14 – Driving in Very Hot Weather ....................................................................................................... 79 2.14.1 – Vehicle Checks ..................................................................................................................... 79 2.14.2 – Driving .................................................................................................................................. 80 2.15 – Railroad-highway Crossings ........................................................................................................ 80 2.15.1 – Types of Crossings ................................................................................................................ 80 2.15.2 – Warning Signs and Devices .................................................................................................. 80 2.15.3 – Driving Procedures ............................................................................................................... 82 2.15.4 – Stopping Safely at Railroad- highway Crossings .................................................................. 83 2.15.5 – Crossing the Tracks ............................................................................................................... 83 2.15.6 – Special Situations .................................................................................................................. 83 2.16 – Mountain Driving ......................................................................................................................... 83 2.16.1 – Select a "Safe" Speed ............................................................................................................ 83 2.16.2 – Select the Right Gear before Starting Down the Grade ........................................................ 84 2.16.3 – Brake Fading or Failure ........................................................................................................ 84 2.16.4 – Proper Braking Technique .................................................................................................... 84 2.17 – Driving Emergencies ................................................................................................................... 85 2.17.1 – Steering to Avoid a Crash ..................................................................................................... 85 2.17.2 – How to Stop Quickly and Safely ........................................................................................... 86 2.17.3 – Brake Failure ......................................................................................................................... 86 2.17.4 – Tire Failure ............................................................................................................................ 87 2.18 – Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) ................................................................................................ 88 2.18.1 – How Antilock Braking Systems Work .................................................................................. 88 2.18.2 – Vehicles Required to Have Antilock Braking Systems ........................................................ 88 2.18.3 – How to Know If Your Vehicle Is Equipped with ABS ......................................................... 88 2.18.4 – How ABS Helps You ............................................................................................................ 88 2.18.5 – ABS on the Tractor Only or Only on the Trailer .................................................................. 89 2.18.6 – Braking with ABS ................................................................................................................. 89 2.18.7 – Braking If ABS Is Not Working ........................................................................................... 89 2.18.8 – Safety Reminders .................................................................................................................. 89 2.19 – Skid Control and Recovery .......................................................................................................... 90 2.19.1 – Drive-wheel Skids ................................................................................................................. 90 2.19.2 – Correcting a Drive-wheel Braking Skid ................................................................................ 90 2.19.3 – Front-wheel Skids ................................................................................................................. 90 2.20 – Accident Procedures .................................................................................................................... 91 2.20.1 – Protect the Area ..................................................................................................................... 91 2.20.2 – Notify Authorities ................................................................................................................. 92 2.20.3 – Care for the Injured ............................................................................................................... 92 2.21 – Fires.............................................................................................................................................. 92 2.21.1 – Causes of Fire........................................................................................................................ 92 2.21.2 – Fire Prevention ...................................................................................................................... 92 2.21.3 – Fire Fighting .......................................................................................................................... 92 2.22 – Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Driving .......................................................................................... 94 2.22.1 – Alcohol and Driving.............................................................................................................. 94 2.22.2 – Other Drugs ........................................................................................................................... 97 2.22.3 – Illness .................................................................................................................................... 97 2.23 – Hazardous Materials Rules For All Commercial Drivers ............................................................ 97 2.23.1 – What Are Hazardous Materials? ........................................................................................... 97 2.23.2 – Why Are There Rules? .......................................................................................................... 97 2.23.3 – Lists of Regulated Products .................................................................................................. 98 Section 3 -Transporting Cargo Safely ......................................................................................................... 99 3.1 – Inspecting Cargo .......................................................................................................................... 100 3.2 – Weight and Balance ..................................................................................................................... 100 3.2.1 – Definitions You Should Know .............................................................................................. 100 3.2.2 – Legal Weight Limits ............................................................................................................. 100 3.2.3 – Don't Be Top-heavy .............................................................................................................. 101 3.2.4 – Balance the Weight ............................................................................................................... 101 3.3 – Securing Cargo ............................................................................................................................. 101 3.3.1 – Blocking and Bracing............................................................................................................ 101 3.3.2 – Cargo Tie-down .................................................................................................................... 102 3.3.3 – Header Boards ....................................................................................................................... 102 3.3.4 – Covering Cargo ..................................................................................................................... 102 3.3.5 – Sealed and Containerized Loads ........................................................................................... 102 3.4 – Cargo Needing Special Attention ................................................................................................ 103 3.4.1 – Dry Bulk ................................................................................................................................ 103 3.4.2 – Hanging Meat ........................................................................................................................ 103 3.4.3 – Livestock ............................................................................................................................... 103 3.4.4 – Oversized Loads .................................................................................................................... 103 Section 4 – Transporting Passengers Safely ............................................................................................. 103 4.1 – Vehicle Inspection ....................................................................................................................... 104 4.1.1 – Vehicle Systems .................................................................................................................... 104 4.1.2 – Access Doors and Panels ...................................................................................................... 104 4.1.3 – Bus Interior ........................................................................................................................... 104 4.1.4 – Roof Hatches ......................................................................................................................... 105 4.1.5 – Use Your Seatbelt! ................................................................................................................ 105 4.2 – Loading and Trip Start ................................................................................................................. 105 4.2.1 – Hazardous Materials ............................................................................................................. 105 4.2.2 – Forbidden Hazardous Materials ............................................................................................ 105 4.2.3 – Standee Line .......................................................................................................................... 106 4.2.4 – At Your Destination .............................................................................................................. 106 4.3 – On the Road ................................................................................................................................. 106 4.3.1 – Passenger Supervision........................................................................................................... 106 4.3.2 – At Stops ................................................................................................................................. 106 4.3.3 – Common Accidents ............................................................................................................... 106 4.3.4 – Speed on Curves.................................................................................................................... 107 4.3.5 – Railroad-highway Crossing/ Stops ........................................................................................ 107 4.3.6 – Drawbridges .......................................................................................................................... 107 4.4 – After-trip Vehicle Inspection ....................................................................................................... 107 4.5 – Prohibited Practices ..................................................................................................................... 107 4.6 – Use of Brake-door Interlocks ....................................................................................................... 108 Section 5 – Air Brakes .............................................................................................................................. 108 5.1 – The Parts of an Air Brake System ................................................................................................ 109 5.1.1 – Air Compressor ..................................................................................................................... 109 5.1.2 – Air Compressor Governor ..................................................................................................... 109 5.1.3 – Air Storage Tanks ................................................................................................................. 109 5.1.4 – Air Tank Drains .................................................................................................................... 109 5.1.5 – Alcohol Evaporator ............................................................................................................... 110 5.1.6 – Safety Valve .......................................................................................................................... 110 5.1.7 – The Brake Pedal .................................................................................................................... 110 5.1.8 – Foundation Brakes ................................................................................................................ 110 5.1.9 – Supply Pressure Gauges ........................................................................................................ 111 5.1.10 – Application Pressure Gauge ................................................................................................ 111 5.1.11 – Low Air Pressure Warning ................................................................................................. 111 5.1.12 – Stop Light Switch................................................................................................................ 112 5.1.13 – Front Brake Limiting Valve ................................................................................................ 112 5.1.14 – Spring Brakes ...................................................................................................................... 112 5.1.15 – Parking Brake Controls ....................................................................................................... 112 5.1.16 – Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) ....................................................................................... 113 5.2 – Dual Air Brake ............................................................................................................................. 115 5.3 – Inspecting Air Brake Systems ...................................................................................................... 115 5.3.1 – During Step 2 Engine Compartment Checks ........................................................................ 115 5.3.2 – During Step 5 Walk-around Inspection................................................................................. 115 5.3.3 – Step 7 Final Air Brake Check ............................................................................................... 116 5.4 – Using Air Brakes .......................................................................................................................... 118 5.4.1 – Normal Stops ........................................................................................................................ 118 5.4.2 – Braking with Antilock Brakes ............................................................................................... 118 5.4.3 – Emergency Stops................................................................................................................... 119 5.4.4 – Stopping Distance ................................................................................................................. 119 5.4.5 – Brake Fading or Failure ........................................................................................................ 120 5.4.6 – Proper Braking Technique .................................................................................................... 120 5.4.7 – Low Air Pressure .................................................................................................................. 121 5.4.8 – Parking Brakes ...................................................................................................................... 121 Section 6 – Combination Vehicles ............................................................................................................ 121 6.1 – Driving Combination Vehicles Safely ......................................................................................... 122 6.1.1 – Rollover Risks ....................................................................................................................... 122 6.1.2 – Steer Gently .......................................................................................................................... 122 6.1.3 – Brake Early ........................................................................................................................... 122 6.1.4 – Railroad-highway Crossings ................................................................................................. 123 6.1.5 – Prevent Trailer Skids ............................................................................................................. 124 6.1.6 – Turn Wide ............................................................................................................................. 125 6.1.7 – Backing with a Trailer........................................................................................................... 126 6.2 – Combination Vehicle Air Brakes ................................................................................................. 127 6.2.1 – Trailer Hand Valve................................................................................................................ 127 6.2.2 – Tractor Protection Valve ....................................................................................................... 127 6.2.3 – Trailer Air Supply Control .................................................................................................... 127 6.2.4 – Trailer Air-lines..................................................................................................................... 128 6.2.5 – Hose Couplers (Glad Hands) ................................................................................................ 128 6.2.6 – Trailer Air Tanks ................................................................................................................... 129 6.2.7 – Shut-off Valves ..................................................................................................................... 130 6.2.8 – Trailer Service, Parking and Emergency Brakes .................................................................. 130 6.3 – Antilock Brake Systems ............................................................................................................... 130 6.3.1 – Trailers Required to Have ABS ............................................................................................ 130 6.3.2 – Braking with ABS ................................................................................................................. 131 6.4 – Coupling and Uncoupling ............................................................................................................ 131 6.4.1 – Coupling Tractor-Semitrailers .............................................................................................. 132 6.4.2 – Uncoupling Tractor-Semitrailers .......................................................................................... 134 6.4.3 Coupling a Pintle Hook ............................................................................................................ 135 6.4.4 - Uncoupling a Pintle Hook ..................................................................................................... 136 6.4.5 - Coupling a Drawbar ............................................................................................................... 137 6.4.6 - Uncoupling a Drawbar ........................................................................................................... 138 6.4.7 - Coupling a Gooseneck Hitch ................................................................................................. 139 6.4.8 Uncoupling a Gooseneck Hitch ............................................................................................... 139 6.5 – Inspecting a Combination Vehicle ............................................................................................... 139 6.5.1 – Additional Things to Check during a Walk-around Inspection ............................................ 140 6.5.2 – Combination Vehicle Brake Check ....................................................................................... 141 Section 7 – Doubles and Triples ............................................................................................................... 142 7.1 – Pulling Double/Triple Trailers ..................................................................................................... 142 7.1.1 – Prevent Trailer from Rolling Over ........................................................................................ 142 7.1.2 – Beware of the Crack-the-whip Effect ................................................................................... 142 7.1.3 – Inspect Completely ............................................................................................................... 142 7.1.4 – Look Far Ahead .................................................................................................................... 142 7.1.5 – Manage Space ....................................................................................................................... 142 7.1.6 – Adverse Conditions ............................................................................................................... 143 7.1.7 – Parking the Vehicle ............................................................................................................... 143 7.1.8 – Antilock Braking Systems on Converter Dollies .................................................................. 143 7.2 – Coupling and Uncoupling ............................................................................................................ 143 7.2.1 – Coupling Twin Trailers ......................................................................................................... 143 7.2.2 – Uncoupling Twin Trailers ..................................................................................................... 145 7.2.3 – Coupling and Uncoupling Triple Trailers ............................................................................. 145 7.3 – Inspecting Doubles and Triples .................................................................................................... 145 7.3.1 – Additional Checks ................................................................................................................. 146 7.3.2 – Additional Things to Check during a Walk-around Inspection ............................................ 147 7.4 – Doubles/Triples Air Brake Check ................................................................................................ 147 7.4.1 – Additional Air Brake Checks ................................................................................................ 147 Section 8 – Tank Vehicles ................................................................................................................ 148 8.1 – Inspecting Tank Vehicles ............................................................................................................. 148 8.1.1 – Leaks ..................................................................................................................................... 148 8.1.2 – Check Special Purpose Equipment ....................................................................................... 149 8.1.3 – Special Equipment ................................................................................................................ 149 8.2 – Driving Tank Vehicles ................................................................................................................. 149 8.2.1 – High Center of Gravity ......................................................................................................... 149 8.2.2 – Danger of Surge .................................................................................................................... 149 8.2.3 – Bulkheads .............................................................................................................................. 149 8.2.4 – Baffled Tanks ........................................................................................................................ 150 8.2.5 – Un-baffled Tanks .................................................................................................................. 150 8.2.6 – Outage ................................................................................................................................... 150 8.2.7 – How Much to Load? ............................................................................................................. 150 8.3 – Safe Driving Rules ....................................................................................................................... 150 8.3.1 – Drive Smoothly ..................................................................................................................... 150 8.3.2 – Controlling Surge .................................................................................................................. 150 8.3.3 – Curves ................................................................................................................................... 150 8.3.4 – Stopping Distance ................................................................................................................. 150 8.3.5 – Skids ...................................................................................................................................... 151 Section 9 – Hazardous Materials .............................................................................................................. 151 9.1 – The Intent of the Regulations ....................................................................................................... 152 9.1.1 – Contain the Material .............................................................................................................. 152 9.1.2 – Communicate the Risk .......................................................................................................... 152 9.1.3 – Assure Safe Drivers and Equipment ..................................................................................... 152 9.2 – Hazardous Materials Transportation—Who Does What ............................................................. 153 9.2.1 – The Shipper ........................................................................................................................... 153 9.2.2 – The Carrier ............................................................................................................................ 153 9.2.3 – The Driver ............................................................................................................................. 153 9.3 – Communication Rules .................................................................................................................. 153 9.3.1 – Definitions ............................................................................................................................. 153 9.3.2 – Package Labels ...................................................................................................................... 154 9.3.3 – Lists of Regulated Products .................................................................................................. 155 9.3.4 – The Shipping Paper ............................................................................................................... 158 9.3.5 – The Item Description ............................................................................................................ 159 9.3.6 – Shipper's Certification ........................................................................................................... 161 9.3.7 – Package Markings and Labels ............................................................................................... 161 9.3.8 – Recognizing Hazardous Materials ........................................................................................ 161 9.3.9 – Hazardous Waste Manifest ................................................................................................... 161 9.3.10 – Placarding ........................................................................................................................... 162 9.3.11 – Placard Tables ..................................................................................................................... 162 9.4 – Loading and Unloading ................................................................................................................ 164 9.4.1 – General Loading Requirements............................................................................................. 164 9.5 – Bulk Packaging Marking, Loading and Unloading...................................................................... 167 9.5.1 – Markings ............................................................................................................................... 168 9.5.2 – Tank Loading ........................................................................................................................ 168 9.5.3 – Flammable Liquids ............................................................................................................... 168 9.5.4 – Compressed Gas .................................................................................................................... 168 9.6 – Hazardous Materials -- Driving and Parking Rules ..................................................................... 169 9.6.1 – Parking with Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 Explosives ................................................................. 169 9.6.2 – Parking a Placarded Vehicle Not Transporting Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3) Explosives .......... 169 9.6.3 – Attending Parked Vehicles .................................................................................................... 169 9.6.4 – No Flares! .............................................................................................................................. 169 9.6.5 – Route Restrictions ................................................................................................................. 170 9.6.6 – No Smoking .......................................................................................................................... 170 9.6.7 – Refuel with Engine Off ......................................................................................................... 170 9.6.8 – 10 B C Fire Extinguisher ...................................................................................................... 170 9.6.9 – Check Tires ........................................................................................................................... 171 9.6.10 – Where to Keep Shipping Papers and Emergency Response Information ........................... 171 9.6.11 – Equipment for Chlorine ...................................................................................................... 171 9.6.12 – Stop before Railroad Crossings ........................................................................................... 171 9.7 – Hazardous Materials -Emergencies ............................................................................................. 172 9.7.1 – Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) .............................................................................. 172 9.7.2 – Crashes/Incidents .................................................................................................................. 172 9.7.3 – Fires ....................................................................................................................................... 172 9.7.4 – Responses to Specific Hazards.............................................................................................. 173 9.7.5 – Required Notification ............................................................................................................ 174 9.8 – Hazardous Materials Glossary ..................................................................................................... 176 Section 10 – School Buses ........................................................................................................................ 180 10.1 – Danger Zones and Use of Mirrors .............................................................................................. 180 10.1.1 – Danger Zones ...................................................................................................................... 180 10.1.2 – Correct Mirror Adjustment ................................................................................................. 180 10.1.3 – Outside Left and Right Side Flat Mirrors ........................................................................... 181 10.1.4 – Outside Left and Right Side Convex Mirrors ..................................................................... 182 10.1.5 – Outside Left and Right Side Crossover Mirrors ................................................................. 182 10.1.6 – Overhead Inside Rearview Mirror ...................................................................................... 184 10.2 – Loading and Unloading .............................................................................................................. 184 10.2.1 – Approaching the Stop .......................................................................................................... 184 10.2.2 – Loading Procedures............................................................................................................. 185 10.2.3 – Unloading Procedures on the Route .................................................................................... 185 10.2.4 – Unloading Procedures at School ......................................................................................... 186 10.2.5 – Special Dangers of Loading and Unloading ....................................................................... 187 10.2.6 – Post-trip Inspection ............................................................................................................. 187 10.3 – Emergency Exit and Evacuation ............................................................................................ 187 10.3.1 – Planning for Emergencies ................................................................................................... 187 10.3.2 – Evacuation Procedures ........................................................................................................ 188 10.4 – Railroad-highway Crossings ...................................................................................................... 189 10.4.1 – Types of Crossings .............................................................................................................. 189 10.4.2 – Warning Signs and Devices ................................................................................................ 189 10.4.3 – Recommended Procedures .................................................................................................. 191 10.4.4 – Special Situations ................................................................................................................ 192 10.5 – Student Management.................................................................................................................. 192 10.5.1 – Don’t Deal with On-bus Problems When Loading and Unloading .................................... 192 10.5.2 – Handling Serious Problems ................................................................................................. 192 10.6 – Antilock Braking Systems ..................................................................................................... 193 10.6.1 – Vehicles Required to Have Antilock Braking Systems ...................................................... 193 10.6.2 – How ABS Helps You .......................................................................................................... 193 10.6.3 – Braking with ABS ............................................................................................................... 193 10.6.4 – Braking if ABS is Not Working .......................................................................................... 193 10.6.5 – Safety Reminders ................................................................................................................ 194 10.7 – Special Safety Considerations .................................................................................................... 194 10.7.1 – Strobe Lights ....................................................................................................................... 194 10.7.2 – Driving in High Winds ........................................................................................................ 194 10.7.3 – Backing ............................................................................................................................... 194 10.7.4 – Tail Swing ........................................................................................................................... 195 Section 10 - Test Your Knowledge ........................................................................................................... 195 Section 11 - Vehicle Inspection Test ........................................................................................................ 195 11.1 All Vehicles .............................................................................................................................. 195 11.1.1 Engine Compartment (Engine Off) ........................................................................................ 196 11.1.2 – Cab Check/Engine Start ...................................................................................................... 196 11.2 – External Inspection (All Vehicles .............................................................................................. 199 11.2.1– Steering ................................................................................................................................ 199 11.2.2 – Suspension .......................................................................................................................... 199 11.2.3 – Brakes ................................................................................................................................. 199 11.2.4 – Wheels ................................................................................................................................. 200 11.2.5 – Side of Vehicle .................................................................................................................... 200 11.2.6 – Rear of Vehicle ................................................................................................................... 201 11.2.7 – Tractor/Coupling ................................................................................................................. 201 11.3 – School Bus Only ........................................................................................................................ 202 11.4 – Trailer ......................................................................................................................................... 203 11.4.1 – Trailer Front ........................................................................................................................ 203 11.4.2 – Side of Trailer ..................................................................................................................... 204 11.5 – Coach/Transit Bus ...................................................................................................................... 204 11.5.1 – Passenger Items ................................................................................................................... 204 11.5.2 – Entry/ Exit ........................................................................................................................... 205 11.5.3 – External Inspection of Coach/ Transit Bus ......................................................................... 205 11.5.4 – Remainder of Coach/ Transit Bus ....................................................................................... 205 11.6 – Taking the CDL Vehicle Inspection Test .................................................................................. 205 11.6.1 – Class A Vehicle Inspection Test ......................................................................................... 206 11.6.2 – Class B and C Vehicle Inspection Test ............................................................................... 206 Section 12 - Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test ......................................................................................... 208 12.1 - Scoring ........................................................................................................................................ 208 12.2 Exercises ................................................................................................................................... 208 12.2.1 – Straight Line Backing ......................................................................................................... 209 12.2.2 – Offset Back/Right ............................................................................................................... 209 12.2.3 – Offset Back/Left .................................................................................................................. 209 12.2.4 – Parallel Park (Driver Side) .................................................................................................. 209 12.2.5 – Parallel Park (Conventional) ............................................................................................... 209 12.2.6 – Alley Dock .......................................................................................................................... 209 Section 13 - On-road Driving ................................................................................................................... 212 13.1 – How You Will Be Tested ........................................................................................................... 213 13.1.1 – Turns ................................................................................................................................... 213 13.1.2 – Intersections ........................................................................................................................ 213 13.1.3 – Urban Business ................................................................................................................... 214 13.1.4 –Lane Changes ....................................................................................................................... 214 13.1.5 – Expressway or Rural/Limited Access Highway ................................................................. 214 13.1.6 – Stop/Start ............................................................................................................................. 214 13.1.7 – Curve ................................................................................................................................... 215 13.1.8 – Railroad Crossing ................................................................................................................ 215 13.1.9 – Bridge/Overpass/Sign ......................................................................................................... 216 13.1.10 – Student Discharge (School Bus) ....................................................................................... 216 13.1.11 – General Driving Behaviors ............................................................................................... 217 13.1.12 – Steering ............................................................................................................................. 217 13.1.13 – Regular Traffic Checks ..................................................................................................... 217 13.1.14 – Use of Turn Signals........................................................................................................... 217 CDL License Fees 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Kansas State Specific CDL Information

Appointment Scheduling

Skills Exam CDL skills exams are by appointment only. Please call or email your preferred office in the table below to schedule your CDL drive. At this time, CDL skills exam appointments cannot be scheduled online.

Written Exam(s), CDL Changes, and CDL Renewals For CDL written exams, CDL changes, or CDL renewals, please visit https://www.ksrevenue.gov/DOVAppointmentInfo/ to schedule an appointment with any state driver’s license office.

CDL Office Locations and Contact Information

Office | Address | Phone | Email

Chanute | 301 W. 14th St. Chanute, KS 66720 | 620-431-7080 | KDOR ChanuteDL@KS.GOV _

Colby | 990 S. Range St. #3 Colby, KS 67701 | 785-462-3620 | KDOR ColbyDL@KS.GOV _

Dodge City | 2601 Central Ave. Dodge City, KS 67801 | 620-227-3944 | KDOR DodgeCityDL@KS.GOV _

*Edgerton | 30750 w 193rd St. Edgerton, KS 66021 | 785-581-2864 | KDOR EdgertonCDL@KS.GOV _

Garden City | 2506 N Johns St. Garden City, KS 67846 | 620-276-8411 | KDOR GardenCityDL@KS.GOV _

Hays | 1222 Canterbury Dr. Hays, KS 67601 | 785-625-6917 | KDOR HaysDL@KS.GOV _

Phillipsburg | 502 S. 7th St. Phillipsburg, KS 67661 | 785-543-5594 | KDOR PhillipsburgDL@KS.GOV _

Salina | 2941 Centennial Road Salina, KS 67401 | 785-825-0321 | KDOR SalinaDL@KS.GOV _

Seneca | 203 N 8th St. Ste 2 Seneca, KS 66538 | 785-336-6454 | KDOR SenecaDL@KS.GOV _

*Topeka | 3907 SW Burlingame Rd. Topeka, KS 66609 | 785-266-8431 | N/A

Wichita | 1873 W 21st N. Wichita, KS 67203 | 785-940-1353 | KDOR WichitaDL@KS.GOV _

* Limited staff. Call before visiting for CDL written exams

Office locations are subject to change. For the most up to date locations please visit: https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovcdltesting.html

Mandatory Entry-Level Driver Training

FMCSA Training Provider Registry Beginning February 7, 2022, per the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations, entry-level drivers will be permitted to take required commercial driver’s license (CDL) skills or knowledge test for hazmat, only if the State can verify that the driver has successfully completed the required training, administered by a registered training provider. The State will verify that drivers have completed required training by checking information stored in the Training Provider Registry before administering required skills or knowledge tests. Entry level drivers are considered those who: •Are obtaining a class A or class B CDL for the first time. •Are upgrading from a class B to a class A CDL. •Are taking a skills exam to add school bus(S) and/or passenger (P) to their CDL. •Are obtaining a hazardous material endorsement for the first time. Training Provider Registry: Visit https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov. CDL applicants will access the Training Provider Registry to begin their search for a training provider. Only training providers listed on the Training Provider Registry can certify that a driver has successfully completed the required entry-level driver training. Fact Sheet:https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Open/tpr-factsheet. Questions? Visit https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov/FAQ.

Section 1- Introduction

This Section Covers: • Commercial Driver’s License Exams • Medical Requirements • Driver Disqualifications • Other Safety Rules • International Registration Program

There is a federal requirement that each state have minimum standards for the licensing of commercial drivers.

This manual provides driver license testing information for drivers who wish to have a commercial driver license (CDL). This manual does NOT provide information on all the federal and state requirements needed before you can drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV).

You must have a CDL to operate: • Any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more. • A combination vehicle with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds. • A vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver). • Any size vehicle which requires hazardous material placards or is carrying material listed as a select agent or toxin in 42 CFR part 73. Federal regulations through the Department of Homeland Security require a background check and fingerprinting for the Hazardous Materials endorsement. Contact your local department of driver licensing for more information.

CDL Classifications The CDL vehicle classification included in the federal standard, together with the type of cargo to be transported, determine what type of CDL license and endorsement an applicant must apply for. There are three basic vehicle classes or groups:

Class A - Combination Vehicles. Any combination of vehicles with gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds falls in Group A provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is more than 10,000 pounds. Most Class A vehicles are trucks such as truck-tractor/semi-trailer or truck and trailer combinations. However, tractor-trailer buses may be found in a few communities. Driving a Class A vehicle requires considerably more skill and knowledge than driving vehicles in Classes B and C. Since these skills include those required to drive a B and C vehicle, a driver who has a Class A license also may drive vehicles in Classes B and C.

A company has a truck with a GVWR under 10,001 pounds towing a trailer with a GVWR under 10,001 pounds. However, the GVWR of the truck added to the GVWR of the trailer is greater than 10,001 pounds. Would the company operating this vehicle in interstate.

Guidance: Section 390.5 of the FMCSRs includes in the definition of CMV a vehicle with a GVWR or GCWR of 10,001 or more pounds. The section further defines GCWR as the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination (articulated) vehicle. Therefore, if the GVWR of the truck added to the GVWR of the trailer exceeds 10,001 pounds, the driver and vehicle are subject to the FMCSRs. Class B - Heavy Straight Vehicles. Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds falls in Group B, or any such vehicle towing another vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. Class B includes straight trucks and large buses, including articulated buses. Safely driving these heavy vehicles requires considerably more knowledge and skill than driving the small trucks and buses found in Class C. Since they include the skills required to drive Class C vehicles, drivers who have qualified for a Class B license may also drive vehicles in Class C.

Class C - Small Vehicles. Any single vehicle with a GVWR less than 26,001 pounds falls in Group C, or any such vehicle towing another vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. However, vehicles of this size are included in the CDL program only if they are: 1) Designed to carry 16 or more passengers including the driver, or (2) Used to transport hazardous materials in quantities requiring placarding under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR Part 172, Subpart F) or is carrying material listed as a select agent or toxin in 42 CFR part 73. There are a great variety of vehicles in Class C. Some rather large Class C vehicles may require more skill and knowledge to operate than do the smaller ones. However, the licensing category is based principally on the type of cargo carried. Because of the seriousness of an accident involving hazardous material or human passengers, the safe operation of even the smaller vehicles in Class C requires special knowledge and the drivers of these vehicles must have a CDL.

CDL Endorsements & Restrictions

Endorsements All commercial drivers who drive certain types of vehicles or haul certain types of cargo must add endorsements to their CDL license and/or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) to show that they have the specialized knowledge required for these operations. There are six kinds of CDL endorsements that may be required, depending on the vehicle or type of cargo. NOTE: The only endorsements that may be added to a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) are: • Passenger (P); • School bus (S); and • Tank vehicle (N).

Double and Triple Trailers (T). Many drivers who are qualified to drive Class A vehicles may wish to pull double or triple trailers. Research shows that considerable additional knowledge and skill is necessary to safely pull double and triple trailers in various traffic conditions and driving environments. Consequently, adding the endorsement to the licenses of Class A drivers is necessary if they wish to pull double or triple trailers. A special knowledge examination on the problems associated with pulling multiple trailers must be passed.

Tank Vehicle (N). Drivers of any commercial motor vehicle that is designed to transport any liquid or gaseous materials within a tank or tanks having an individual rated capacity of more than 119 gallons and an aggregate rated capacity of 1,000 gallons or more that is either permanently or temporarily attached to the vehicle or the chassis must obtain this endorsement. Applies to Class A, B and C (only applicable to Class C if the vehicle is hauling hazardous materials) vehicles. Liquids in bulk cause driving control problems because the cargo is heavy, prone to shifting, and has a high center of gravity. These drivers must pass a special knowledge examination on the problems posed by large volume liquid cargos to add the endorsement to their CDL/CLP.

Passengers (P). Drivers who wish to drive a vehicle having a design capacity to carry 16 or more people, including the driver, must add a passenger endorsement to their CDL/CLP. They must pass a special knowledge examination on safety considerations when transporting passengers and must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle. The endorsement applies to applicants who wish to drive a bus in any class (A, B, or C).

Hazardous Materials (H). Any driver, regardless of the vehicle Class/Group (A, B, or C) who wishes to haul any material that has been designated as hazardous under 49 U.S.C. 5103 and is required to be placarded under subpart F of 49 CFR part 172; or any quantity of a material listed as a select agent or toxin 42 CFR Part 73 must add a hazardous materials endorsement to their CDL. S/he must pass a special written examination on how to recognize, handle, and transport hazardous materials.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the US Department of Transportation require background checks on commercial drivers who are certified to transport hazardous materials. The background checks include a review of criminal, immigration and FBI records. If the driver is found to represent a security threat, TSA will notify the person and the state will deny issuance of an endorsement. Combination Hazardous Materials and Tank Vehicle (X). Drivers of tank vehicles who haul hazardous materials or waste in amounts requiring placards must add an X endorsement to their CDL, showing that they have passed the special knowledge examinations for both tank vehicles and hazardous materials. School Buses (S). Drivers who wish to drive a school bus, must add a school bus endorsement to their CDL/CLP. They must pass a special knowledge examination on safety considerations when transporting passengers in a school bus and must pass skills tests in a school bus. The endorsement applies to applicants who wish to drive a school bus in any class (A, B, or C).

Restrictions Restrictions may be added to Commercial Driver Licenses/Permits based upon the type of vehicle and equipment that the driver uses for the Skills Test. There are ten standardized restriction codes. NOTE: If a CLP is issued with a Passenger (P) or a School Bus (S) endorsement, it must also contain a (P) – No passengers in a CMV bus restriction. If a CLP is issued with a Tanker (N) endorsement, it must also contain a (X) – No cargo in a CMV tank vehicle.

(E) - No manual transmission. If an applicant performs the skills test in a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, the State must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a CMV equipped with a manual transmission. For the purposes of the skills test and the restriction, an automatic transmission includes any transmission not operating fully on the gear shift and clutch principle.

(K) - Intrastate only: If an applicant certifies their status as either Non-Excepted Intrastate or Excepted Intrastate, the state must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that person is restricted from operating a CMV in interstate commerce. States may impose this restriction for reasons other than those specified above.

(L) - No Air brake equipped CMV: If an applicant does not take or fails the air brake component of the knowledge test or performs the skills test in a vehicle not equipped with air brakes, the State must indicate on the CLP or CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a CMV equipped with any type of air brakes. For the purposes of the skills test and the restriction, air brakes include any braking system operating fully or partially on the air brake principle.

(M) - No Class A passenger vehicle: If an applicant applying for a passenger endorsement performs the skills test in a passenger vehicle requiring a Group B CDL, the State must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a passenger vehicle requiring a Group A CDL.

(N) - No Class A and B passenger vehicle: If an applicant applying for a passenger endorsement performs the skills test in a passenger vehicle requiring a Group C CDL, the State must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a passenger vehicle requiring a Group A or B CDL

(O) - No tractor trailer CMV: If an applicant performs the skills test in a combination vehicle for a Group A CDL with the power unit and towed unit connected with a pintle hook or other non-fifth wheel connection, the State must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a tractor-trailer combination connected by a fifth wheel that requires a Group A CDL. An applicant who passes a skills test using a combination vehicle that is NOT a Truck Tractor Semi- Trailer combination, but is otherwise equipped with a fifth wheel, will be issued a CDL with an “O” restriction. (P) - No passengers in CMV bus: A CLP holder with a P endorsement is prohibited from operating a CMV carrying passengers, other than Federal/State auditors and inspectors, test examiners, other trainees, and the CDL holder accompanying the CLP holder as prescribed by § CFR 383.25(a)(1) of this part. A CLP holder with a S endorsement is prohibited from operating a school bus with passengers, other than Federal/State auditors and inspectors, test examiners, other trainees, and the CDL holder accompanying the CLP holder as prescribed by § CFR 383.25(a)(1) of this part.

(V) - Medical Variance: If the State is notified according to § 383.73(o)(3) that the driver has been issued a medical variance, the State must indicate the existence of such a medical variance on the CDLIS driver record and the CDL document, if issued, using the restriction code ‘‘V’’ to indicate there is information about a medical variance on the CDLIS driver record.

(X) - No cargo in CMV tank vehicle: A CLP holder with an N endorsement may only operate an empty tank vehicle and is prohibited from operating any tank vehicle that previously contained hazardous materials that has not been purged of any residue.

(Z) - No full air brake equipped CMV: If an applicant performs the skills test in a vehicle equipped with air over hydraulic brakes, the State must indicate on the CDL, if issued, that the person is restricted from operating a CMV equipped with any braking system operating fully on the air brake principle. For the purposes of the skills test and the restriction, air over hydraulic brakes include any braking system operating partially on the air brake and partially on the hydraulic brake principle. Any additional jurisdictional restrictions that apply to the CLP driving privilege. To Get a CDL or CLP

To get a CDL or CLP, you must pass knowledge and skills tests. This manual will help you pass the tests, however, it is not a substitute for a truck driver training class or program. Formal training is the most reliable way to learn the many special skills required for safely driving a large commercial vehicle and becoming a professional driver in the trucking industry. Figure 1.1 helps you determine if you need a CDL.

Figure 1.1

Gross combination weight rating (GCWR) means the value specified by the manufacturer of the power unit, if the value is displayed on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) certification label; or the sum of the gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWRs) or the gross vehicle weights (GVSs) of the power unit and the towed unit(s), or any combination thereof, that produces the highest value. The underlined and italicized text above is for use by roadside enforcement only for the purpose of determining whether the driver/vehicle is subject to CDL regulations. It is not used to determine whether a vehicle is representative for the purposes of skills testing. 1.1 – Commercial Driver License Tests

1.1.1 – Knowledge Tests You will have to take one or more knowledge tests, depending on what class of license and what endorsements you need to obtain a Kansas Commercial Learners Permit. A Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) is a permit that only authorizes you to practice on public roads with a qualified CDL holder sitting next to you. You are required to possess the CLP for 14 days before taking the Skills Test.

The CDL knowledge tests include: • The general knowledge test, taken by all applicants. • The passenger transport test, taken by all bus driver applicants. • The air brakes test, which you must take if your vehicle has air brakes, including air over hydraulic brakes. • The combination vehicles test, which is required if you want to drive combination vehicles. • The hazardous materials test is required if you want to haul hazardous materials as defined in 49 CFR 383.5. In order to obtain this endorsement, you are also required to pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check. • The tank vehicle test, required if you want to haul any liquid or gaseous materials in a tank or tanks having an individual rated capacity of more than 119 gallons and an aggregate rated capacity of 1,000 gallons or more that is either permanently or temporarily attached to the vehicle or chassis • The doubles/triples test is required if you want to pull double or triple trailers. • The School Bus test is required if you want to drive a school bus.

1.1.2 – Skills Tests If you pass the required knowledge test(s), you can take the CDL skills test when you are eligible. The CDL Skills Test consists of three segments: Vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. You must take the segments in the order listed and must pass each one before moving to the next. You must take these tests in the type of vehicle for which you wish to be licensed. Any vehicle that has components marked or labeled cannot be used for the CDL Skills Test.

Vehicle Inspection. You will be tested to see if you know whether your vehicle is safe to drive. You will be asked to do a Vehicle inspection of your vehicle. You must point to/touch and name the item you are inspecting and explain to the examiner what you would inspect and why.

Basic Vehicle Control. You will be tested on your skill to control the vehicle. You will be asked to move your vehicle forward, backward, and turn it within a defined area. These areas may be marked with traffic lanes, cones, barriers, or something similar. The examiner will tell you how each control test is to be done.

On-road Test. You will be tested on your skill to safely drive your vehicle in a variety of traffic situations. The situations may include left and right turns, intersections, railroad crossings, curves, up and down grades, single or multi-lane roads, streets, or highways. The examiner will tell you where to drive.

Figure 1.2 details which sections of this manual you should study for each particular class of license and for each endorsement. Study section 5 if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes. What Sections Should You Study?

Section to Study | Class A | Class B | Class C | Hazardous Materials | Double / Triple | Tank Vehicles | Passenger | School Bus

1 | X | X | X | | | | |

2 | X | X | X | | X | X | X |

3 | X | X | X | | | | |

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5* | X | X | X | | X | | |

6 | X | | | | X | X | |

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9 | | | | X | | X | |

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11 | X | X | X | | | | X | X

12 | X | X | X | | | | X | X

13 | X | X | X | | | | X | X

*Study section 5 if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes. Figure 1.2 – What to Study

1.2 – Medical Documentation Requirements If you are applying for a CDL Permit; or are renewing, upgrading, adding endorsements to a CDL; or transferring a CDL from another state, you are required to provide information to the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles regarding the type of commercial motor vehicle operation you drive in or expect to drive in with your CDL. Drivers operating in certain types of commerce will be required to submit a current medical examiner’s certificate and/or any medical variance documents that you have been issued (i.e. Vision, Skills Performance or Diabetic waivers, or other exemptions) to the Division of Vehicles to obtain a “certified” medical status as part of your driving record.

If you are required to have a “certified” medical status and fail to provide and keep up-to-date your medical examiner’s certificate you become “not-certified” and will lose your CDL. For the purpose of complying with the new requirements for medical certification, it is important to know how you are using the CMV. The following information will help you decide how to self-certify: 1.2.1 – Interstate or Intrastate Commerce Do you, or will you, use a CDL to operate a CMV in interstate or intrastate commerce? Interstate commerce is when you drive a CMV: • From one State to another State or a foreign country. • Between two places within a State, but during part of the trip, the CMV crosses into another State or foreign country; or • Between two places within a State, but the cargo or passengers are part of a trip that began or will end in another State or foreign country. • Intrastate commerce is when you drive a CMV within a State and you do not meet any of the descriptions above for interstate commerce. • If you operate in both intrastate commerce and interstate commerce, you must choose interstate commerce.

1.2.2 – Inter/Intrastate Commerce: Status Non-excepted or Excepted? Once you decide whether you will operate in interstate commerce or intrastate commerce, you must decide whether you will operate (or expect to operate) in a non-excepted or excepted status. This decision will tell you to which of the four types of commerce you must self-certify.

Interstate Commerce: • You operate in excepted interstate commerce when you drive a CMV in interstate commerce only for the following excepted activities: • To transport school children and/or school staff between home and school. • As Federal, State or local government employees. • To transport human corpses or sick or injured persons. • Fire truck or rescue vehicle drivers during emergencies and other related activities. • Primarily in the transportation of propane winter heating fuel when responding to an emergency condition requiring immediate response such as damage to a propane gas system after a storm or flooding. • In Response to a pipeline emergency condition requiring immediate response such as a pipeline leak or rupture. • In custom harvesting on a farm or to transport farm machinery and supplies used in the custom harvesting operation to and from a farm or to transport custom harvested crops to storage or market. • Beekeeper in the seasonal transportation of bees. • Controlled and operated by a farmer but is not a combination vehicle (power unit and towed unit), and is used to transport agricultural products, farm machinery or farm supplies (no placardable hazardous materials) to and from a farm and within 150 air-miles of the farm. • As a private motor carrier of passengers for non-business purposes; or • To transport migrant workers. • If you answered yes to one or more of the above activities as the only operation in which you drive, you operate in excepted interstate commerce and do not need a Federal medical examiner’s certificate. • If you answered no to all of the above activities, you operate in non-excepted interstate commerce and are required to provide a current medical examiner’s certificate (49 CFR 391.45), commonly referred to as a medical certificate or DOT card, to the Division of Vehicles. Most CDL holders who drive CMVs in interstate commerce are non-excepted interstate commerce drivers. • If you operate in both excepted interstate commerce and non-excepted interstate commerce, you must choose non-excepted interstate commerce to be qualified to operate in both types of interstate commerce.

Intrastate Commerce: • You operate in excepted Intrastate commerce when you drive a CMV only in intrastate commerce activities for which your State of licensure has determined do not require you to meet the State’s medical certification requirements. • You operate in non-excepted intrastate commerce when you drive a CMV only in intrastate commerce and are required to meet your State of licensure’s medical certification requirements. • If you operate in both excepted intrastate commerce and non-excepted intrastate commerce, you must choose non-excepted intrastate commerce.

1.2.3 – Self-Certification Statements When completing an application for your CDL, you will be required to check the box next to the statement that describes your status. 1.Interstate non-excepted: Category 1. Interstate, and I am both subject to and meet 49 CFR Part 391. (Copy of DOT medical card and this certification must be submitted to the State Driver’s License Agency) 2.Interstate excepted: Category 2. Interstate, but operating exclusively in transportation or operations excepted under 49 CFR 390.3(f), 391.2, 391.68, or 398.3. (Only this certification must be submitted to the State Driver’s License Agency). 3.Intrastate, and I am both subject to and meet State driver medical qualification requirements. (Requires driver to carry medical card; however, only this certification must be submitted to the State Driver’s License Agency). (Requires Intrastate only “K” restriction on CDL credential) 4.Intrastate excepted: Category 4. Intrastate, but operating exclusively in transportation or operations excepted from all or part of the State driver qualification requirements. (Only this certification must be submitted to the State Driver’s License Agency). (Requires Intrastate only “K” restriction on CDL credential)

IMPORTANT NOTE

CDL holders in category 1 are required update their DOT medical card with the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles each time a new card is issued. Medical cards may be updated online at https://www.kdor.ks.gov/Apps/MotorVehicles/MotorVehicle/KCDLCertificate. If your DOT medical card on file expires, your CDL status will no longer be valid until a valid medical card is added to your record. If the DOT medical card on file expires for over 1-year, full CDL testing will be required to obtain a valid CDL again.

If you are unable to update your medical card online, you may obtain the Self-Certification form online at https://ksrevenue.gov/pdf/cdl_med_cert.pdf and send that, along with a copy of your DOT Medical Card to KDOR_Medical.Certification@ks.gov. To prevent delays, please ensure the medical card copy provided to the state is legible. Please note, the Medical Examiner Determination long form cannot be provided in leu of the Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

It is the responsibility of each CDL holder to send in their new DOT medical card and visit https://www.kdor.ks.gov/Apps/DLStatus/login.aspx to ensure the information on file is accurate. If your new medical card information is not updated after 2 business days, please follow up by emailing KDOR_Medical.Certification@ks.gov.

If you are needing to switch categories, please complete the Medical Self Certification form on our website at https://ksrevenue.gov/pdf/cdl_med_cert.pdf and email that to KDOR_Medical.Certification@ks.gov. Below is an example of the form you will be required to complete the 1st time you obtain a CDL, on every CDL renewal, and anytime you change categories. Please be prepared to select your category. The chart on page 32 may be helpful in determining your category.

1.3 - CDL Disqualifications

1.3.1 – General You may not drive a commercial motor vehicle if you are disqualified for any reason.

1.3.2 – Alcohol, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, and Commission of a Felony It is illegal to operate a CMV if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is .04% or more. If you operate a CMV, you shall be deemed to have given your consent to alcohol testing.

You will lose your CDL for at least one year for a first offense for: • Driving under the influence of alcohol as prescribed by State law. • Driving while under the influence of a controlled substance. • Driving a CMV if your blood alcohol concentration is .04% or higher. • Refusing to undergo blood alcohol testing. • Leaving the scene of an accident. • Using a vehicle to commit a felony. • Driving a CMV when the CDL is revoked, suspended, or cancelled, or the driver is disqualified from operating a CMV. • Causing a fatality through negligent operation of a CMV.

Additional CDL Disqualification Time Lengths: • You will lose your CDL for at least three years if the offense occurs while you are operating a CMV that is placarded for hazardous materials. • You will lose your CDL for life for a second offense. • You will be put out-of-service for 24 hours if you have any detectable amount of alcohol under .04%.

Any person disqualified for life who seeks to have commercial driving privileges restored after such person has been disqualified for at least 10 years shall apply in writing to the division. Prior history will be reviewed to determine if commercial driving privileges will be restored, per KSA 8-2,142 guidelines.

You will lose your CDL for life and will be unable to have privileges restored for: • Human trafficking • Using a CMV to commit a felony involving controlled substances

1.3.3 – Serious Traffic Violations Serious traffic violations are excessive speeding (15 mph or more above the posted limit), reckless driving, improper or erratic lane changes, following a vehicle too closely, traffic offenses committed in a CMV in connection with fatal traffic accidents, driving a CMV without obtaining a CDL or having a CDL in the driver’s possession, and driving a CMV without the proper class of CDL and/or endorsements.

You will lose your CDL: For at least 60 days if you have committed two serious traffic violations within a three-year period involving a CMV. For at least 120 days for three or more serious traffic violations within a three-year period involving a CMV. 1.3.4 – Violation of Out-of-Service Orders You will lose your CDL: For at least 180 days if you have committed your first violation of an out-of-service order. For at least two years if you have committed two violations of an out-of-service order in a ten-year period. For at least three years if you have committed three or more violations of an out-of-service order in a ten-year period.

1.3.5 – Railroad-highway Grade Crossing Violations You will lose your CDL: For at least 60 days for your first violation. For at least 120 days for your second violation within a three-year period. For at least one year for your third violation within a three-year period.

These violations include violation of a federal, state or local law or regulation pertaining to one of the following six offenses at a railroad-highway grade crossing: • For drivers who are not required to always stop, failing to stop before reaching the crossing if the tracks are not clear. • For drivers who are not required to always stop, failing to slow down and check that the tracks are clear of an approaching train. • For drivers who are always required to stop, failing to stop before driving onto the crossing. • For all drivers failing to have sufficient space to drive completely through the crossing without stopping. • For all drivers failing to obey a traffic control device or the directions of an enforcement official at the crossing. • For all drivers failing to negotiate a crossing because of insufficient undercarriage clearance.

1.3.6 – Hazardous Materials Endorsement Background Check and Disqualifications If you require a hazardous materials endorsement, you will be required to submit your fingerprints and be subject to a background check.

You will be denied, or you will lose your hazardous materials endorsement if you: • Are not a lawful permanent resident of the United States. • Renounce your United States citizenship. • Are wanted or under indictment for certain felonies. • Have a conviction in military or civilian court for certain felonies. • Have been adjudicated as lacking mental capacity or have been involuntarily committed to a mental health facility as specified in §1572.109. • Are considered to pose a security threat as determined by the Transportation Security Administration.

Per 49 C.F.R. 1572-105 before issuance of a Hazardous Material Endorsement on a Commercial Driver’s License, the Driver License Exam Station will require proof of U. S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence and proof of principal residence.

1.3.7 – Traffic Violations in Your Personal Vehicle The Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act (MCSIA) of 1999 requires a CDL holder to be disqualified from operating a commercial motor vehicle if the CDL holder has been convicted of certain types of moving violations in their personal vehicle. If your privilege to operate your personal vehicle is revoked, cancelled, or suspended due to violations of traffic control laws (other than parking violations) you will also lose your CDL driving privileges. If your privilege to operate your personal vehicle is revoked, cancelled, or suspended due to alcohol, controlled substance or felony violations, you will lose your CDL for 1 year. If you are convicted of a second violation in your personal vehicle or CMV you will lose your CDL for life.

If your license to operate your personal vehicle is revoked, cancelled, or suspended you may not obtain a “hardship” license to operate a CMV.

1.4 – Other CDL Rules There are other federal and state rules that affect drivers operating CMVs in all states. Among them are: • You cannot have more than one license. If you break this rule, a court may fine you up to $5,000 or put you in jail and keep your home state license and return any others. • You must notify your employer within 30 days of conviction for any traffic violations (except parking). This is true no matter what type of vehicle you were driving. • You must notify your motor vehicle licensing agency within 30 days if you are convicted in any other jurisdiction of any traffic violation (except parking). This is true no matter what type of vehicle you were driving. • You must notify your employer within two business days if your license is suspended, revoked, or canceled, or if you are disqualified from driving. • You must give your employer information on all driving jobs you have held for the past 10 years. You must do this when you apply for a commercial driving job. • No one can drive a commercial motor vehicle without a CDL. A court may fine you up to $5,000 or put you in jail for breaking this rule. • If you have a hazardous materials endorsement you must notify and surrender your hazardous materials endorsement to the state that issued your CDL within 24 hours of any conviction or indictment in any jurisdiction, civilian or military, for, or found not guilty by reason of insanity of a disqualifying crime listed in 49 CFR 1572.103; who is adjudicated as lacking mental capacity or have been involuntarily committed to a mental institution as specified in 49 CFR 1572.109; or who renounces his or her U. S. citizenship; • Your employer may not let you drive a commercial motor vehicle if you have more than one license or if you’re CDL is suspended or revoked. A court may fine the employer up to $5,000 or put him/her in jail for breaking this rule. • All states are connected to one computerized system to share information about CDL drivers. The states will check on drivers' accident records to be sure that drivers do not have more than one CDL. • You are not allowed to hold a mobile telephone to conduct a voice communication or dial a mobile telephone by pressing more than a single button when driving. • You are not allowed to send or read text messages while driving. • You must be properly restrained by a safety belt at all times while operating a commercial motor vehicle. The safety belt design holds the driver securely behind the wheel during a crash, helping the driver to control the vehicle and reduces the chance of serious injury or death. If you do not wear a safety belt, you are four times more likely to be fatally injured if you are thrown from the vehicle. These above rules are in addition to Kansas state laws.

1.5 – International Registration Plan International Fuel Tax Agreement If you operate a CDL required vehicle in interstate commerce, the vehicle, with few exceptions, is required to be registered under the International Registration Plan (IRP) and the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). These federally mandated programs provide for the equitable collection and distribution of vehicle license fees and motor fuels taxes for vehicles traveling throughout the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.

Under the IRP, jurisdictions must register apportioned vehicles which includes issuing license plates and cab cards or proper credentials, calculate, collect, and distribute IRP fees, audit carriers for accuracy of reported distance and fees and enforce IRP requirements.

Registrant responsibilities under the Plan include applying for IRP registration with base jurisdiction, providing proper documentation for registration, paying appropriate IRP registration fees, properly displaying registration credentials, maintaining accurate distance records, and making records available for jurisdiction review.

The basic concept behind IFTA is to allow a licensee (motor carrier) to license in a base jurisdiction for the reporting and payment of motor fuel use taxes.

Under the IFTA, a licensee is issued one set of credentials which will authorize operations through all IFTA member jurisdictions. The fuel use taxes collected pursuant to the IFTA are calculated based on the number of miles (kilometers) traveled and the number of gallons (liters) consumed in the member jurisdictions. The licensee files one quarterly tax return with the base jurisdiction by which the licensee will report all operations through all IFTA member jurisdictions.

It is the base jurisdiction's responsibility to remit the taxes collected to other member jurisdictions and to represent the other member jurisdictions in the tax collection process, including the performance of audits.

An IFTA licensee must retain records to support the information reported on the IFTA quarterly tax return. The IRP registrant and the IFTA licensee may be the vehicle owner or the vehicle operator. The requirement for acquiring IRP plates for a vehicle and IFTA license for a motor carrier is determined by the definitions from the IRP Plan and the IFTA for Qualified Vehicle and Qualified Motor Vehicle:

For purposes of IRP: A Qualified Vehicle is (except as provided below) any Power Unit that is used or intended for use in two or more Member Jurisdictions and that is used for the transportation of persons for hire or designed, used, or maintained primarily for the transportation of property, and: I. has two Axles and a gross Vehicle weight or registered gross Vehicle weight in II. excess of 26,000 pounds (11,793.401 kilograms), or III. has three or more Axles, regardless of weight, or IV. is used in combination, when the gross Vehicle weight of such combination exceeds 26,000 pounds (11,793.401 kilograms).

While similar, the Qualified Motor Vehicle in IFTA means a motor vehicle used, designed, or maintained for transportation of persons or property and: 1.Having two axles and a gross vehicle weight or registered gross vehicle weight exceeding 26,000 pounds or 11,797 kilograms; or 2.Is used in combination, when the weight of such combination exceeds 26,000 pounds or 11,797 kilograms gross vehicle or registered gross vehicle weight. Qualified Motor Vehicle does not include recreational vehicles. If the vehicle you operate is registered under IRP and you are a motor carrier licensed under IFTA, then you are required to comply with the mandatory record keeping requirements for operating the vehicle. A universally accepted method of capturing this information is through the completion of an Individual Vehicle Distance Record (IVDR), sometimes times referred to as a Driver Trip Report. This document reflects the distance traveled and fuel purchased for a vehicle that operates interstate under apportioned (IRP) registration and IFTA fuel tax credentials. Although the actual format of the IVDR may vary, the information that is required for proper record keeping does not.

In order to satisfy the requirements for Individual Vehicle Distance Records, these documents must include the following information: I. Distance II. Per Article IV of the IRP Plan III. Date of trip (starting and ending) IV. Trip origin and destination – City and State or Province V. Route(s) of travel VI. Beginning and ending odometer or hubometer reading of the trip VII. Total distance traveled VIII. In-Jurisdiction distance IX. Power unit number or vehicle identification number

Fuel Per Section P560 of the IFTA Procedures Manual .300 An acceptable receipt or invoice must include, but shall not be limited to, the following: .005 Date of purchase .010 Seller's name and address .015 Number of gallons or liters purchased; .020 Fuel type .025 Price per gallon or liter or total amount of sale .030 Unit number or another unique vehicle identifier .035 Purchaser's name An example of an IVDR that must be completed in its entirety for each trip can be found in Figure 1 below. Each individual IVDR should be filled out for only one vehicle. The rules to follow when trying to determine how and when to log an odometer reading are the following: • At the beginning of the day • When leaving the state or province • At the end of the trip/day

Not only do the trips need to be logged, but the fuel purchases need to be documented as well. You must obtain a receipt for all fueling and include it with your completed IVDR. Make sure that any trips that you enter are always filled out in descending order and that your trips include all state/provinces that you traveled through on your route. There are different routes that a driver may take, and most of the miles may be within one state or province. Whether or not the distance you travel is primarily in one jurisdiction or spread among several jurisdictions, all information for the trip must be recorded. This includes the dates, the routes, odometer readings and fuel purchases. By completing this document in full and keeping all records required by both the IRP and the IFTA, you will have ensured that you and your company are incompliance with all State and Provincial laws surrounding fuel and distance record keeping requirements.

The IVDR serves as the source document for the calculation of fees and taxes that are payable to the jurisdictions in which the vehicle is operated, so these original records must be maintained for a minimum of four years. In addition, these records are subject to audit by the taxing jurisdictions. Failure to maintain complete and accurate records could result in fines, penalties and suspension or revocation of IRP registrations and IFTA licenses.

For additional information on the IRP and the requirements related to the IRP, contact the Kansas motor vehicle department by email at KDOR_MC@ks.gov or phone at 785-296-3621 Ext 2. Additional information can be found on the IRP, Inc. website at www.irponline.org. There is a training video on the website home page available in English, Spanish and French. You will also find useful information about the Agreement at the official repository of IFTA at http://www.iftach.org/index.php.

Figure 1 – Individual Vehicle Mileage & Fuel Record (Example)