NYS TOW TRUCK ENDORSEMENT

NYS TOW TRUCK ENDORSEMENT

ESCORT DRIVER STUDY QUESTIONS

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Under what conditions are you required to become a certified escort driver? - CORRECT ANSWER -Certification as an escort driver is mandatory for all drivers an all those acting as flag persons, who escort over-dimensional loads on the highways of NY State, regardless of where they live. These are loads with a width that exceeds 12 feet and/or length 80 feet or greater and/or height of 14 feet or greater. Also included are loads that have an overhang of the load/vehicle which exceeds the main body of the vehicle by greater than 10 feet.Also required when speed restrictions are in effect because of the total wight of the vehicle or other concerns.

Name at least 3 reasons for requiring the certification of escort drivers? - CORRECT ANSWER-Enhance the safety of the traveling public Enhance the safety of the people involved in the movement of the overdimensional load Prevent damage to the highway system Prevent damage to the load being transported Reduce undue delay to the normal flow of traffic Prevent increases in insurance costs Provide security from costly damage suits Encourage uniform escort operations

Is it necessary to have a valid NYS drivers license when applying for certification as an escort driver? - CORRECT ANSWER -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.

Are you permitted to use the manual or other notes when taking the certification test? -

CORRECT ANSWER -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.

What information do you need to apply for an escort drivers certificate? - CORRECT ANSWER-Valid Driver's Licence, Social Security Number, $40 test fee and complete the application.

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