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• Box Trucks
                              • Dump Trucks That Have Small Trailers
                              • 3-axle vehicles that weigh more than 6,000 lbs.
                              • Tractor- Trailers


                   3.  What is a Class C CDL?


                       A Class C commercial driver's license is required to operate a vehicle that is designed to
                       transport 16 or more occupants (including you, the driver) or transport hazardous
                       materials (HazMat), materials that are classified as hazardous under federal law.


                       With a Class C CDL and the proper endorsements, you may drive the following types of
                       vehicles:

                              • Small HazMat Vehicles
                              • Passenger Vans
                              • Combination Vehicles not Covered by A or B


                   4.  How to Get a CDL


                   The minimum age to apply for a CDL is typically 21. However, some states allow drivers
                   between the ages of 18 and 20 to apply for a single-state CDL. A single-state CDL allows the
                   driver to only operate a commercial vehicle within the driver’s state of residence (intrastate
                   driving). When the driver turns 21, that restriction is automatically removed.


                   You can apply for a CDL at a local DMV office. There are strict federal guidelines for obtaining
                   a CDL, and each state has its own requirements that need to be also met. You must pass both
                   a written knowledge exam and a driving skills test, which are designed by your state.


                   5.  Should I obtain a CDL?

                   OWNER OPERATOR: Owner operators are usually the ones who drive their own trucks. They
                   privately own and run their businesses. This type of operation gives drivers more freedom
                   and choice in how they want their businesses to operate. However, drivers who want to run

                   their own companies need more capital and are obligated to meet different business
                   requirements.

                   It is not mandatory for you to have your CDL’s, however, when opportunities present it’s self
                   to make a quick 2-3000.00 for a 1-2 hours of work, do you want responsibility left in the

                   hands of an employee? I don’t. I true boss knows and has master every area of their business.


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