Newfoundland and Labrador - Apply for Commercial Driver License (CDL)

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Procedure

Service NL has implemented a comprehensive commercial test for drivers wishing to obtain a Class 1, 2, or 3 driver's licence.

The road test for a Class 4 is similar in content as that for a Class 5, except you must stop at a railway crossing.

Please note before you can obtain a commercial class of driver's licence:

1. You must have one (1) year as a class 5 driver before you can apply for a commercial class of driver's licence.
2. Before applying for a commercial driver's licence, you must submit a medical form completed by your family doctor. Forms may be obtained from any Motor Registration Office or Driver Examination Centre.
3. When you submit the completed medical form, you must take a written commercial and sign test along with a vision test. You will also require an air brake endorsement for those vehicles equipped with air brakes. You will then be issued a permit authorizing you to receive instruction from a licenced commercial driver for the class of licence desired. When you are ready, you must make an appointment at a Driver Examination Centre for a road test.

Class 1, 2, 3 & 4 Road Test

The road test for Classes 1 and 3 consists of

• Pre-trip inspection;
• Reverse 90 degree angle parking;
• Uncoupling and coupling (Class 1); and
• A 60 minute road test in traffic. Please remember that a commercial vehicle is required to stop at a railway crossing.

The road test for Class 2 consists of

• Walk around of bus for compliance with mechanical fitness of vehicle. For school bus operators, the Driver Examiner will check for knowledge of operation on the Stop Arm and overhead flashing lights.
• Reverse 90 degree angle parking; and
• A 60 minute road test in traffic. Please remember that a commercial vehicle is required to stop at a railway crossing.

The road test for Class 4 consists of

• Walk around vehicle for compliance with mechanical fitness of vehicle.
• 30 minute road test in traffic. Please remember that a commercial vehicle is required to stop at a railway crossing.
• The Driver Examiner will check for knowledge of operation on the Stop Arm and overhead flashing lights if vehicle is furnished with this equipment.
• If the Class 4 is for "Taxi Only", a road test is not required. However, the driver will have a restriction placed on the driver's licence indicating taxi only.

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Required Documents

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Office Locations & Contacts

Driver Examination Centres

http://www.servicenl.gov.nl.ca/drivers/DriversandVehicles/driverLicensing/examcentres.html

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Need for the Document

The efficient and safe operation of commercial vehicles in our province depends primarily upon the judgement, knowledge and skill of commercial drivers. A good driver will be alert to the importance of his or her duties and will make a point of not only knowing and understanding the rules of the road but also practicing them.

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