Hazmat ELDT Online in Tennessee
FMCSA-approved Hazmat Entry-Level Driver Training accepted by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. Complete online for $20 and get your H endorsement faster.
- Accepted by Tennessee Driver Services statewide
- FMCSA-approved — listed on the Training Provider Registry
- Completion auto-reported to FMCSA within 24 hours
- 100% online — no classroom required
- Only $20 — lowest price available
How to Get a Hazmat Endorsement on Your Tennessee CDL
Tennessee follows the standard federal process for adding a Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement to your CDL:
- Complete Hazmat ELDT Online — $20 DLA Academy's FMCSA-approved course. Your completion is automatically reported to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry so Tennessee Driver Services can verify before your test.
- Visit a Tennessee Driver Services Center Bring your CDL, valid DOT medical card, two proofs of Tennessee residency, and proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
- Complete TSA Fingerprinting and Background Check Tennessee requires all HazMat applicants to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment before the endorsement can be issued. Plan for 2–6 weeks for processing. You can start this at the same time as your ELDT.
- Pass the Tennessee HazMat Knowledge Test 30 questions, 80% passing score required (24 out of 30). Covers federal hazmat regulations, placarding, shipping papers, and emergency response. Administered at any Tennessee Driver Services Center.
- Receive Your H Endorsement Once TSA clears your background check and you pass the knowledge test, your updated Tennessee CDL with the H endorsement is issued. Tennessee law requires TSA clearance before the endorsement can be issued.
💡 Pro Tip: Start your TSA background check at the same time you complete ELDT. TSA processing takes 2–6 weeks — starting both simultaneously gets your endorsement faster.
What's Covered in Our Hazmat ELDT Course
Our course prepares you for the Tennessee HazMat knowledge test by covering all federally required topics:
- Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR)
- Classification and identification of hazardous materials
- Placarding and labeling requirements
- Safe loading, unloading, and transportation procedures
- Shipping papers and documentation
- Emergency response procedures
- Security requirements for HazMat drivers
Self-paced, mobile-friendly, and completable in a single sitting. Most drivers finish in under 2 hours.
Tennessee Hazmat ELDT — FAQ
Is DLA Academy's course accepted by Tennessee Driver Services?
Yes — our course is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, which Tennessee Driver Services uses to verify ELDT completion statewide. It is accepted at all Driver Services Centers in Tennessee.
What documents do I need at the Tennessee Driver Services Center?
A valid CDL, a valid DOT medical card, two proofs of Tennessee residency, and proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
How many questions are on the Tennessee HazMat knowledge test?
30 questions. You need to answer at least 24 correctly (80%) to pass. The test covers hazardous materials regulations, placarding, shipping papers, and emergency response procedures.
Can I complete ELDT and the TSA background check at the same time?
Yes — and we recommend it. Starting your TSA process early is smart since it typically takes 2–6 weeks to process. Complete ELDT online now and begin your TSA application at the same time.
Do I need ELDT even if I already have a Tennessee CDL?
Yes. ELDT is required for any CDL driver adding a first-time Hazmat (H) endorsement, regardless of how long you have held your CDL.
Where do I take the Tennessee HazMat knowledge test?
At any Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Driver Services Center. You can find your nearest location on the Tennessee government website.
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