NYS Escort Driver Study Questions with
Correct Answers
Under what conditions are you required to become a certified escort driver? -
....ANSWER ...-Certification as an escort driver is mandatory for all drivers an all
those acting as flag persons, who escort over-dimensional loads on the highways of NY
State, regardless of where they live. These are loads with a width that exceeds 12 feet
and/or length 80 feet or greater and/or height of 14 feet or greater. Also included are
loads that have an overhang of the load/vehicle which exceeds the main body of the
vehicle by greater than 10 feet.
Also required when speed restrictions are in effect because of the total wight of the
vehicle or other concerns.
Name at least 3 reasons for requiring the certification of escort drivers? -
....ANSWER ...-Enhance the safety of the traveling public
Enhance the safety of the people involved in the movement of the overdimensional load
Prevent damage to the highway system
Prevent damage to the load being transported
Reduce undue delay to the normal flow of traffic
Prevent increases in insurance costs
Provide security from costly damage suits
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, Encourage uniform escort operations
Is it necessary to have a valid NYS drivers license when applying for certification as an
escort driver? - ....ANSWER ...-NO. In order to qualify as a certified escort driver
you must:
A - Be 21 years old
B - Have a valid NYS Drivers license or valid license in the state or jurisdiction you
reside.
C - Comply with all terms, conditions requirements and/or regulations set forth by the
permitting agency in NYS.
D - Pass NYS Escort Driver's Cert. Test.
Are you permitted to use the manual or other notes when taking the certification test? -
....ANSWER ...-NO.
Notes, manuals, and other study materials are not permitted. The DMV associate who
administers the test is not permitted to discuss questions or offer any assistance.
What information do you need to apply for an escort drivers certificate? -
....ANSWER ...-Valid Driver's Licence, Social Security Number, $40 test fee and
complete the application.
When you change your address or your name, whom should you notify concerning your
Escort Certificate? - ....ANSWER ...-Notify the DMV within 10 days. Send your
certificate # your former address/name and your new address/name to:
Bus and Vehicle Escort Driver Certification Unit
DMV
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Correct Answers
Under what conditions are you required to become a certified escort driver? -
....ANSWER ...-Certification as an escort driver is mandatory for all drivers an all
those acting as flag persons, who escort over-dimensional loads on the highways of NY
State, regardless of where they live. These are loads with a width that exceeds 12 feet
and/or length 80 feet or greater and/or height of 14 feet or greater. Also included are
loads that have an overhang of the load/vehicle which exceeds the main body of the
vehicle by greater than 10 feet.
Also required when speed restrictions are in effect because of the total wight of the
vehicle or other concerns.
Name at least 3 reasons for requiring the certification of escort drivers? -
....ANSWER ...-Enhance the safety of the traveling public
Enhance the safety of the people involved in the movement of the overdimensional load
Prevent damage to the highway system
Prevent damage to the load being transported
Reduce undue delay to the normal flow of traffic
Prevent increases in insurance costs
Provide security from costly damage suits
…FOR STUDENTS ONLY…©️2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED… 1
, Encourage uniform escort operations
Is it necessary to have a valid NYS drivers license when applying for certification as an
escort driver? - ....ANSWER ...-NO. In order to qualify as a certified escort driver
you must:
A - Be 21 years old
B - Have a valid NYS Drivers license or valid license in the state or jurisdiction you
reside.
C - Comply with all terms, conditions requirements and/or regulations set forth by the
permitting agency in NYS.
D - Pass NYS Escort Driver's Cert. Test.
Are you permitted to use the manual or other notes when taking the certification test? -
....ANSWER ...-NO.
Notes, manuals, and other study materials are not permitted. The DMV associate who
administers the test is not permitted to discuss questions or offer any assistance.
What information do you need to apply for an escort drivers certificate? -
....ANSWER ...-Valid Driver's Licence, Social Security Number, $40 test fee and
complete the application.
When you change your address or your name, whom should you notify concerning your
Escort Certificate? - ....ANSWER ...-Notify the DMV within 10 days. Send your
certificate # your former address/name and your new address/name to:
Bus and Vehicle Escort Driver Certification Unit
DMV
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