How do I get a hazardous materials (HazMat) endorsement? 
You must first have a CDL to apply for the HazMat endorsement. A driver with a NY State CDL must have an " H " or an " X " HazMat endorsement to operate commercial motor vehicles that carry hazardous materials. Read the CDL Manual [1] CDL-10, Hazardous Materials Manual pdf [2] CDL-11, and Driver License Class Descriptions pdf [3] MV-500C for more information. 

What requirements do I have to meet to apply for a HazMat endorsement? 
You must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. and present proof of citizenship or resident status at the time you apply for the hazardous materials endorsement. See Important Information about the Hazardous Materials Endorsement pdf [4] HAZ-11 for a list of acceptable proof of citizenship or resident status. You must meet the federal medical requirements in 49 CFR Part 391 and have a valid USDOT Medical Examiner's Certificate. See Medical Certification Requirements [5] for more information. You must be fingerprinted for background checks. 

Is there anything that may disqualify me from getting a HazMat endorsement? 
Yes , under federal law , the Federal Transportation Security Administration TSA may disqualify you from being authorized to transport hazardous materials if you have been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity of any of the crimes listed on Important Information about the Hazardous Materials Endorsement pdf [4] HAZ-11 during the seven years before the date you apply for the endorsement you have been released from incarceration in any jurisdiction for committing any disqualifying crime during the five years before the date you applied for the endorsement. 

How do I apply for the HazMat endorsement? 
Complete the Application for a Hazardous Materials Endorsement pdf [6] and make a copy of one or more of the legal status documents that are listed on the form. Mail the completed form and a copy of your legal status document to : HazM

user: What if I do not pass the written test or the background checks?

assistant: you do not pass the written test or the background checks?

user: not

user: How will I know whether or not my application has been approved?

assistant: We will mail you notification of approval along with instructions to go into a DMV office to obtain a CDL with the HazMat endorsement . Your new CDL will display the expiration date of your CDL and the expiration date of your HazMat endorsement .

user: How long is it valid for?

assistant: The endorsement is valid for five years

user: if I don't pass the written test or the background checks 

assistant:  the DMV will issue a CDL that does not have a HazMat endorsement

user: How do I provide my fingerprints for background checks?

assistant:  Fingerprinting is done by appointment only . You must contact Identogo to select a fingerprinting location and schedule an appointment . Visit https://uenroll.identogo.com or by calling 1 - 877 - 472 - 6915 .

user: Where do I send the completed HazMat form?

assistant: HazMat UnitNYS DMV6 Empire State PlazaAlbany , NY 12228

user: how initiate background checks?

assistant:  the rules require that the applicant be fingerprinted , and that his or her United States citizenship or permanent legal presence in the United States be verified .