S.C. Code Regs. 38-383.119. Requirements for tank vehicle endorsement

In order to obtain a Tank Vehicle Endorsement, each applicant must have knowledge covering the following: (a) Causes, prevention, and effects of cargo surge on motor vehicle handling; (b) Proper braking procedures for the motor vehicle when it is empty, full and partially full; (c) Differences in handling of baffled/compartmental tank interiors versus non baffled motor vehicles; (d) Differences in tank vehicle type and construction; (e) Differences in cargo surge for liquids of varying product densities; (f) Effects of road grade and curvature on motor vehicle handling with filled, half filled and empty tanks; (g) Proper use of emergency systems; and (h) For drivers of DOT specification tank vehicles, retest and marking requirements.