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The most current versions of the Federal MotorCarrier Safety Regulations may be obtained fromthe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov/ rules-regulations/rulesregulations.htm. Click on All Regulations &Guidance, Part 383 and then 383.51.Exemption of Certain Physical DefectsA person who is not physically qualified to drive underFMCSR 391.41 (b)(1) or (2) and who is otherwisequalified to drive a commercial motor vehicle, may drivea commercial motor vehicle if the Federal Motor CarrierSafety Administration Regional Director of Motor CarrierSafety has granted an exemption to that person.For example, a person requiring a prosthetic or orthoticdevice is not automatically disqualified from operating acommercial motor vehicle. The State of Indiana, inconjunction with the Federal Highway Administration,will conduct a physical exemption evaluation, providedall exemption requirements are met.For specific information regarding the application, callthe Federal Highway Administration (Indiana office) at317-226-7474. Please contact the BMV for additionalinformation or assistance at 888-692-6841.Implied Consent to Alcohol TestingFederal Regulations Part 383.72 states “Any person whoholds a CLP or CDL is required to hold a CLP or CDL isconsidered to have consented to such testing as isrequired by any State or jurisdiction in the enforcementof 383.51 (b), Table 1, item (4) and 392.5 (a)(2) of thissubchapter. Consent is implied by driving a commercialmotor vehicle.”“Driving a commercial motor vehicle while under theinfluence of alcohol.” This includes:(A) Driving a commercial motor vehicle while theperson’s alcohol is 0.04 percent or more; or(B) Driving under the influence of alcohol, asprescribed by State law; or(C) Refusal to undergo such testing as is required by anyState or jurisdiction in the enforcement of 383.51 (b),or 392.5 (a)(2).Part 392.5 (a)(2) states “No driver shall: Use alcohol, beunder the influence of alcohol, or have any measuredalcohol concentration or detected presence of alcohol,while on duty, or operating, or in physical control of acommercial motor vehicle.”Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Parts383, 390, 391, 392. U.S. Department of Transportation,Federal Highway Administration.Commercial Driver’s License Federal MotorCarrier Safety Regulations DriverDisqualifications and Penalties383.51 (a) General.1. A person required to have a CLP or CDL who isdisqualified must not drive a CMV.2. An employer must not knowingly allow, require, permit orauthorize a driver who is disqualified to drive a CMV.3. A holder of a CLP or CDL is subject to disqualificationsanctions designated in paragraphs (b) and (c) if thissection, if the holder drivers a CMV or non-CMV and isconvicted of the violations listed in those paragraphs.4. Determining first and subsequent violations. For purposesof determining first and subsequent violations of theoffenses specified in this subpart, each conviction for anyoffense listed in Tables 1 through 4 to this section resultingfrom a separate incident, whether committed in a CMV ornon-CMV, must be counted.5. The disqualification period must be in addition to any otherprevious periods of disqualification.6. Reinstatement after lifetime disqualification. A State mayreinstate any driver disqualified for life for offensesdescribed in paragraphs (b)(1) through (8) of this section(Table 1 to 383.51) after 10 years, if that person hasvoluntarily entered and successfully completed anappropriate rehabilitation program approved by the State.Any person who has been reinstated in accordance with thisprovision and who is subsequently convicted of adisqualifying offense described in paragraph (b)(1) through(8) of this section (Table 1 to 383.51) must not bereinstated.(b) Disqualification for major offenses. Table 1 to 383.51contains a list of offences and periods for which a personwho is required to have a CLP or CDL is disqualified,depending upon the type of vehicle the driver is operatingat the time of the violation, as follows:See Table 1 to 383.51 on the next page.Page 5

Table 1 to 383.51If a driveroperates motorvehicle and isconvicted of:For a firstconviction orrefusal to betested whileoperating aCMV, a personrequired tohaveA CLP orCDL anda CLP or CDLholder must bedisqualifiedfrom operatinga CMV for:For a firstconviction orrefusal to betested whileoperating anon-CMV,a CLP or CDLholder must bedisqualified fromoperating aCMV for:For a firstconviction orrefusal to be testedwhile operating aCMV transportinghazardous materialsrequired to beplacarded under theHazardous Materials“Regulations(49 CFR part 172,subpart F), a personrequired to have a CLPor CDL and CLP orCDL holder must bedisqualified fromoperating a CMV for:For a secondconviction orrefusal tobe testedin a separateincident of anycombination ofoffenses inthis table whileoperatinga CMV, a personrequired to have aCLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holdermust be disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:For a secondconviction orrefusal to betested in aseparate incidentof anycombination ofoffenses in thistable whileoperating anon-CMV, a CLPor CDL holder mustbe disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:(1) Being underthe influence ofalcohol asprescribed byState law.1 year1 year3 yearsLifeLife(2) Being under theinfluence of acontrolledsubstance.1 year1 year3 yearsLifeLife(3) Having analcoholconcentration of0.04 Or greaterwhile operating aCMV.1 yearNot applicable3 yearsLife(4) Refusing to takean alcohol test asrequired by a State orjurisdiction under itsimplied consent lawsor regulations asdefined in 383.72 ofthis part.1 year1 year3 yearsLifeLife(5) Leaving thescene of anaccident.1 year1 year3 yearsLifeLife(6) Using thevehicle to commita felony, other thanfelony described inparagraph (b)(9) ofthis table.1 year1 year3 yearsLifeLifePage 6Not applicable

Table 1 to 383.51 - continuedIf a driveroperates motorvehicle and isconvicted of:For a firstconviction orrefusal to be testedwhile operating aCMV, a personrequired to have aCLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holdermust bedisqualified fromoperating a CMVfor:For a firstconviction orrefusal to betested whileoperating anon-CMV, a CLPor CDL holder mustbe disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:For a firstconviction orrefusal to be tested whileoperating a CMVtransportinghazardous materialsrequired to be placardedunder the HazardousMaterials“Regulations (49CFR part 172,subpart F), aperson required to have aCLP or CDL and CLP orCDL holder mustbe disqualified fromoperating a CMV for:For a secondconvictionor refusal tobe tested in aseparateincident of anycombinationof offenses inthis table whileoperatinga CMV, apersonrequired tohave a CLPor CDL and aCLP or CDLholder mustbe disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:For a secondconviction orrefusal to betested in aseparateincidentof anycombination ofoffenses in thistable whileoperating anon-CMV, a CLPor CDL holder mustbe disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:(7) Driving a CMVwhen, as a result ofprior violationscommitted operatinga CMV, the driver’sCDL is revoked,suspended, orcanceled, or thedriver is disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV.1 yearNot applicable3 yearsLifeNot applicable(8) Causing afatality throughthe negligentoperation of aCMV, includingbut not limited tothe crimes ofmotor vehiclemanslaughter,homicide by motorvehicle andnegligenthomicide.1 yearNot applicable3 yearsLifeNot applicableLife-not eligiblefor 10-yearreinstatement.Life-not eligiblefor 10-yearreinstatement.(9) Using thevehicle in thecommission of afelony involvingmanufacturing,distributing, ordispensing acontrolledsubstanceLife-not eligiblefor 10-yearreinstatement.Life-not eligiblefor 10-yearreinstatement.Page 7Life-not eligiblefor 10-yearreinstatement.

Table 2 to 383.51(c) Disqualification for serious traffic violations. Table 2 to 383.51 contains a list of the offenses and the periods, for which a driver must bedisqualified, depending upon the type of vehicle the driver is operating at the time of the violation, as follows:If the driver operates amotor vehicle and isconvicted of:For a second conviction For a second convictionof any combination ofof any combination ofoffenses in this table in offenses in this table ina separatea separateincident within aincident within a3-year period while3-year period whileoperating a CMV, aoperating aperson required to havenon-CMV, a CLP ora CLP or CDL and aCDL holder must beCLP or CDL holderdisqualified frommust be disqualifiedoperating a CMV, iffrom operating athe convictionresults in theCMV for:revocation,cancellation, ofsuspension of theCLP or CDLholder’s license ornon-CMV drivingprivileges, for:(1) Speedingexcessively, involvingany speed of 24.1kmph(15 mph) or moreabove the postedspeed limit.60 days60 days120 daysFor a third orsubsequent convictionof any combination ofoffenses in this table ina separateincident within a3-year period whileoperating a nonCMV, a CLP orCDL holder must bedisqualified fromoperating a CMV, ifthe convictionresults in therevocation,cancellation, ofsuspension of theCLP or CDLholder’s license ornon-CMV drivingprivileges, for:120 days(2) Driving recklessly,as defined by State orlocal law or regulation,including but, notlimited to, offenses ofdrivinga motor vehicle inwillful or wantondisregard for the safetyof persons or property.60 days60 days120 days120 days(3) Making improper orerratic traffic lanechanges.60 days60 days120 days120 days(4) Following thevehicle ahead tooclosely.60 days60 days120 days120 daysPage 8For a third orsubsequent convictionof any combination ofoffenses in this table ina separateincident within a3-year period whileoperating a CMV, aperson required to havea CLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holdermust be disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:

Table 2 to 383.51- continuedIf the driver operates amotor vehicle and isconvicted of:For a second conviction For a second convictionof any combination ofof any combination ofoffenses in this table in offenses in this table ina separatea separateincident within aincident within a3-year period while3-year period whileoperating a CMV, aoperating aperson required to havenon-CMV, a CLP ora CLP or CDL and aCDL holder must beCLP or CDL holderdisqualified frommust be disqualifiedoperating a CMV, iffrom operating athe conviction resultsin the revocation,CMV for:cancellation, ofsuspension of the CLPor CDL holder’slicense ornon-CMV drivingprivileges, for:For a third orsubsequent convictionof any combination ofoffenses in this table ina separateincident within a3-year period whileoperating a CMV, aperson required to havea CLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holdermust be disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:For a third orsubsequent convictionof any combination ofoffenses in this table ina separateincident within a3-year period whileoperating a nonCMV, a CLP orCDL holder must bedisqualified fromoperating a CMV, ifthe convictionresults in therevocation,cancellation, ofsuspension of theCLP or CDLholder’s license ornon-CMV drivingprivileges, for:(5) Violating State orlocal law relating tomotor vehicle trafficcontrol (other thana parking violation)arising in connectionwith a fatal accident.60 days60 days120 days120 days(6) Driving a CMVwithout obtaining aCDL.60 daysNot applicable120 daysNot applicable(7) Driving a CMVwithout a CDL in thedriver’s possession1.60 daysNot applicable120 daysNot applicable(8) Driving a CMVwithout the properclass of CDL and/orendorsements for thespecific vehicle groupbeing operated or forthe passengers or typeof cargo beingtransported.60 daysNot applicable120 daysNot applicable(9) Violating a State orlocal law or ordinanceon motor vehicletraffic controlprohibiting textingwhile driving. 260 daysNot applicable120 daysNot Applicable1Any individual who provides proof to the enforcement authority that issued the citation, by the date the individual must appear in court or pay any fine for such a violation, that theindividual held a valid CDL on the date the citation was issued, shall not be guilty of this offense.2Driving, for the purpose of this disqualification, means operating a commercial motor vehicle, with the motor running, including while temporarily stationary because of traffic,traffic control device, or other momentary delays. Driving does not include operating a commercial motor vehicle with or without the motor running when the driver has moved thevehicle to the side of, or off, a highway, as defined in 49 CFR 390.5, and has halted in a location where the vehicle can safely remain stationary.Page 9

(d) Disqualification for railroad-highway grade crossing offenses. Table 3 to 383.51 contains a list of the offenses and the periods for whicha driver must be disqualified, when the driver is operating a CMV at the time of the violation, as follows:Table 3 to 383.51If the driver is convicted ofoperating a CMV in violationof a Federal, State or local lawbe- cause:For a first conviction a personrequired to have a CLP orCDL and a CLP or CDLholder must be disqualifiedfrom operating aCMV for:For a second conviction of anycombination of offenses in thistable in a separateincident within a 3-year period, aperson required to have a CLP orCDL and a CLP or CDL holder mustbe disqualified from operating aCMV for:For a third or subsequentconviction of any combinationof offenses in this table in aseparate incident within a 3-yearperiod, a person required tohave a CLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holdermust be disqualifiedfrom operating a CMVfor:(1) The driver is not requiredto always stop, but fails toslow down and check thattracks are clear of anapproaching train.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 year(2) The driver is notrequired to always stop, butfails to stop before reachingthe crossing, if the tracksare not clear.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 year(3) The driver is alwaysrequired to stop but fails tostop before driving on thecrossing.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 year(4) The driver fails to havesufficient space to drivecompletely through thecrossing without stopping.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 year(5) The driver fails to obey atraffic control deviceor the directions of anenforcement official at thecrossing.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 year(6) The driver fails tonegotiate a crossing becauseof insufficient undercarriageclearance.No less than 60 daysNo less than 120 daysNo less than 1 yearPage 10

(e) Disqualification for violating out of-service orders. Table 4 to 383.51 contains a list of the offenses and periods, for which adriver must be disqualified when the driver is operating a CMV at the time of the violation, as follows:Table 4 to 383.51If the driver operates aCMV and is convicted of:For a first conviction whileoperating a CMV, a personrequired to have a CLP orCDL and a CLP or CDLholder must be disqualifiedfrom operatinga CMV for:For a second conviction in aseparate incident within a 10year period while operating aCMV, a person required tohave a CLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holder must bedisqualifiedfrom operating a CMV for:For a third or subsequentconviction in a separateincident within a 10-yearperiod while operating aCMV, a person requiredto have a CLP or CDL and aCLP or CDL holder must bedisqualified from operating aCMV for:(1) Violating a driver orvehicle out-of-service orderwhile transporting nonhazardous materials.No less than 180 days ormore than 1 year.No less than 2 year ormore than 5 years.No less than 3 years ormore than 5 years.(2) Violating a driver orvehicle out-of-serviceorder while transporting hazardous materialsrequired to be placardedunder part 172, subpart F ofthis title or while operating avehicle designed to transport16 or more passengers,including the driver.No less than 180 days ormore than 2 years.No less than 3 years ormore than 5 years.No less than 3 years ormore than 5 years.Operation LifesaverDrivers can prevent railroad grade crossing accidents.Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Title 49 part392.10 provides: Drivers of commercial motor vehiclesrequiring placards or transporting passengers “shall notcross a railroad track at grade unless he/she first: Stops thevehicle within 50 feet of, and not closer than 15 feet to,the tracks; thereafter listens and looks in each directionalong the tracks for an approaching train; and is certainthat no train is approaching. When it is safe to do so, thedriver may drive the vehicle across the tracks in a gearthat permits the vehicle to complete the crossing without achange of gears.”3. Look for a second train. After the last car of the trainpasses, check both directions to see if another train isapproaching.4. Never drive around crossing gates. If the gates aredown, do not cross the tracks.5. Never shift gears on the crossing.6. Watch for vehicles that must stop at a crossing.Be prepared to stop when following buses or truckswhich are required to stop at railroad crossings.7. Never race a train to the crossing.Safe driving practices on the road can help to avoidaccidents. Drivers on Indiana roads and highways, have aresponsibility to practice safe driving. OperationLifesaver information is available at 800-537-6224.Every year hundreds of accidents at railroad gradecrossings can be avoided if drivers follow these simpleprocedures:1. Expect a train on any track at any time, day or night.2. Never get trapped on a grade crossing. When traffic isheavy, wait on the approach to a crossing until youare sure you can clear the crossing.Page 11

How To Use This ManualTo obtain a license to drive this type of vehicle or a similartank vehicleStudy these sections ofthe driver’s manualSection 1:Section 2:Section 3:Section 5:Section 6:Section 7:Section 9:IntroductionDriving SafelyCargo**Air BrakesCombination VehiclesDoubles and TriplesHaz Mat (if needed)Section 1:Section 2:Section 3:Section 5:Section 6:IntroductionDriving SafelyCargo** SectionAir BrakesCombination Vehicles(except double/triple trailer info)Section 9: Haz Mat (if needed)Section 1:Section 2:Section 3:Section 4:Section 5:Section 6:Section 10:IntroductionDriving SafelyCargo** SectionPassengersAir Brakes (if needed)Combination Vehicles (if needed)School bus (if needed)Section 1:Section 2:Section 3:Section 5:Section 9:IntroductionDriving SafelyCargo**Air Brakes (if needed)Haz Mat (if needed)Section 1:Section 2:Section 3:Section 9:IntroductionDriving SafelyCargo** SectionHaz Mat If the vehicle used for testing is not a tractor semi-trailer, license must show an “S” (No Semi) restriction. If the vehicle used for testing has an automatic transmission, license must show an “E” restriction. (Class A semi Only) If Class B bus is used for testing, license must show an “O” restriction. Effective 2008/2009. Please visit www.in.gov/dor/4106.htm for specific effective dates.**If you want a tank vehicle endorsement, study especially Section 3.4Page 12

Page 13School busPassenger transportVehicle InspectionBasic Control SkillsRoadVehicle InspectionBasic Control SkillsRoadVehicle InspectionBasic Control SkillsRoadSkills tests applicable to classof vehicle brought in fortesting. Skills Tests Required *If Class B bus is used for testing, license must show an “O” restriction.** If the vehicle used for testing is not equipped with air brakes, license must show an “L” (air brake) restriction. S If the vehicle used for testing is not a tractor semi-trailer, license must show an “S” restriction. “No-semi” If the vehicle used for testing has an automatic transmission, license must show an “E” restriction (Class Asemi only) Hazardous materials PTank vehicle Tank vehicleDoubles/triplesX General knowledgeAir brakes (if equipped)**Hazardous materials (ifapplicable)Passenger transport (ifapplicable)School bus (if applicable)General knowledgeAir brakes (if equipped)**Passenger transport (ifapplicable)School bus (if applicable) General KnowledgeCombination VehiclesAir brakes (if equipped)**Passenger Transport (ifapplicable) Knowledge Tests RequiredHazardous materialsTypical Vehicle in Group Vehicles used to haul liquids or gaseousmaterials in permanent tanks or inportable tanks having a rating capacity of1,000 gallons or more.Combination vehicles with double ortriple trailers.Any single vehicle, or combinationof vehi

Pass the knowledge CDL test at any Indiana BMV license branch. 4. Obtain a learner's permit. 5. Successfully complete a skills test at a CDL skills test site. 6. Submit the Skills Test Certificate within 30 days to any Indiana BMV license branch, if applicable. Providing Physical Examination. To protect the integrity of medical reporting and .