NYS Escort Driver Study Questions Latest

NYS Escort Driver Study Questions Latest Version

Are escort drivers required to display on their vehicles red flags 18 inches square and in good condition? - ANS-NO. Flags or required to be securely fastened on the vehicle or load.

Are special hauling permits issued to overdimensional load operators and to every escort driver involved in the movement of the overdimensional load? - ANS-NO. A special hauling permit is only issued to the vehicle transporting the oversize/overweight load.

Are you permitted to use the manual or other notes when taking the certification test? - ANS- NO.Notes, manuals, and other study materials are not permitted. The DMV associate who administers the test is not permitted to discuss questions or offer any assistance.

Are you required to take another test when you apply for renewal of your escort certificate? - ANS-If you do not renew your certification within 2 years of the expiration date you will be required to retake and pass the the written test prior to being recertified.

As an escort driver you are required to obey some, but not all of the road markings, signs and signals? - ANS-NO. Escort drivers are required to follow all road markings, signs and signals.

Do escort drivers have police powers to control and direct traffic during the movement of overdimensional loads? - ANS-NO.

Is it necessary to have a valid NYS drivers license when applying for certification as an escort

driver? - ANS-NO. In order to qualify as a certified escort driver you must:

A - Be 21 years old B - Have a valid NYS Drivers license or valid license in the state or jurisdiction you reside.C - Comply with all terms, conditions requirements and/or regulations set forth by the permitting agency in NYS.D - Pass NYS Escort Driver's Cert. Test.

Is it permissable to use revolving, flashing yellow lights on top of the escort vehicle to attract motorist attention? - ANS-YES. One Amber revolving light shall be located on top of the towing vehicle.

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