MTO Commercial Vehicle License 5

Question 1

Which type of cargo securement device is specifically required when transporting logs on a flatbed trailer?

Accepted Answer

Chains with a minimum working load limit per federal standards

Answer

Federal cargo securement rules for logs require chains meeting specific minimum working load limits due to the weight and roll hazard of logs.

Question 2

A 'sleeper berth' provision under FMCSA HOS rules allows a driver to split the required 10-hour off-duty period into two segments. What is the minimum for the larger segment?

Accepted Answer

7 hours

Answer

Under the sleeper berth provision, one period must be at least 7 consecutive hours in the sleeper berth, and the other at least 2 hours off duty.

Question 3

A CMV driver who receives a second serious traffic violation within 3 years while operating a CMV will be disqualified for at least:

Accepted Answer

60 days

Answer

A second serious traffic violation within three years results in a 60-day CDL disqualification.

Question 4

Under FMCSA rules, what is the 14-hour rule for property-carrying drivers?

Accepted Answer

A driver may not drive after 14 hours have passed since coming on duty

Answer

The 14-hour on-duty window begins when the driver starts any duty and cannot be extended by off-duty time during that window.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a 'serious traffic violation' that can affect a CDL?

Accepted Answer

Reckless driving in a CMV

Answer

Reckless driving is classified as a serious traffic violation under 49 CFR Part 383 and can lead to CDL disqualification.

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MTO Commercial Vehicle License 5