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§383.5 - Definitions
Guidance Q&AQuestion 6: Are rubberized collapsible containers or “bladder bags” attached to a trailer considered a tank vehicle, thus requiring operators to obtain a CDL with a tank vehicle endorsement?
Guidance: Yes.
Regulatory guidance and applicability of the tank vehicle definition to intermediate bulk containers (IBCs).
Federal Register Title and Cite
Commercial Driver’s License Testing and Commercial Learner’s Permit Standards, 77 FR 30919 (May 24, 2012)
The Federal...