Hazardous Materials (H) Endorsement Theory Training

This course satisfies the Hazardous Materials Endorsement Theory Training requirements contained in 49 CFR Part 380 Appendix E and prepares students for the Washington State Hazardous Materials Endorsement Knowledge Examination. Students will learn hazardous materials regulations, hazard classification, hazard communication, shipping descriptions, shipping papers, marking, labeling, placarding, emergency response procedures, loading and unloading requirements, cargo tank operations, route restrictions, parking requirements, security awareness, and hazardous materials transportation safety requirements.

16 Hours

Total Hours

2-Day Course

Format

$350

Cost

20 Students

Max Class Size

Prerequisites

Must have a valid CDL A or B
Or a valid CDL Permit

Course Schedule

Day 18 Hours

Module 1: Course Introduction & Purpose of Regulations — 1 hr
Module 2: Hazard Classes — 1 hr
Module 3: Hazardous Materials Table — 1 hr
Module 4: Shipping Descriptions — 1 hr
Module 5: Shipping Papers — 1 hr
Module 6: Marking, Labeling & Placarding — 1 hr
Module 7: Emergency Response Information & ERG — 2 hrs

Day 28 Hours

Module 8: Loading & Unloading Requirements — 2 hrs
Module 9: Bulk Packaging & Cargo Tanks — 1 hr
Module 10: Driver Operating Rules — 1 hr
Module 11: Route Restrictions, Parking & HMSP — 1 hr
Module 12: HazMat Security — 1 hr
Module 13: Incident Response & Reporting — 1 hr
Module 14: Final Review & Examination — 1 hr

What You'll Learn

Hazardous materials regulations & FMCSR/HMR requirements

All 9 hazard classes and common materials

Hazardous Materials Table (49 CFR 172.101)

Shipping descriptions, papers & documentation

Marking, labeling & placarding requirements

Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) usage

Safe loading, unloading & cargo securement

Bulk packaging & cargo tank operations

Driver operating rules & vehicle inspection

Route restrictions & parking requirements

HazMat security awareness & threat recognition

Incident response & reporting procedures

🏅 Students who complete all course requirements receive a Certificate of Completion for Hazardous Materials Endorsement Theory Training in accordance with 49 CFR Part 380 Appendix E.

Washington HazMat Endorsement – Quick Steps

To beat the line, apply online through the TSA or call 855-347-8371. Fees apply, and processing may take up to 45 days, so start early. tsa.gov/for-industry/hazmat-endorsement

Step 1

Adept Testing Occupational MedicineWalk-ins Welcome

4303 W. 27th Ave., Suite D, Kennewick, WA 99338 · (509) 783-8100

Fingerprinting Fee: $85.50

Bring one of the following:

REAL ID (Washington Enhanced Driver License or ID), FOR TSA
Birth Certificate or Passport (if you do NOT have a REAL ID)

Step 2

Wait for the TSA background check results.

Step 3

ELDT Online Course – $28 (must be completed to get assigned training date)

Step 4

Complete 16-Hour HazMat Training at Sunnyside CDL School

Classes held 1 weekend per month — Saturday & Sunday, 8am–4pm each day. Students must attend both days.
Wait 48 hours after completing training before taking the knowledge test.

View HazMat training dates

Step 5

Take the HazMat Knowledge Test at the DOL

DOL Endorsement Fee: $20 + $17 for each year remaining on your CDL

Estimated Costs

HazMat Training (Sunnyside CDL School)$362.25
ELDT Online Course$28.00
TSA Fingerprints$85.50
DOL Endorsement$20 + $17/year remaining on CDL

💡 Bonus – TWIC Card ($124 for new applicants): Not required for HazMat, but highly recommended. Apply at the same time as your HazMat credentials — you'll complete the TSA process simultaneously. A TWIC Card grants access to shipping ports and other secure facilities.

Questions & Official Information

TSA

Threat assessment, fees, status, disqualifying offenses, fingerprints & clearance-letter corrections

Phone: 855-347-8371

TSA Hazmat Endorsement ↗

Washington Department of Licensing

Washington driving-record clearance and HME licensing requirements

Phone: 360-902-3900 (TTY: 711)

Washington DOL Hazmat Endorsement ↗

Requirements, fees, and procedures may change. Students should confirm current information with TSA and Washington DOL before applying.