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Arkansas Hazmat Test

You'll haul chemicals and fuel along I-40 through the Ozarks — we help you prep for that Arkansas-specific hazmat test.

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147 questions · 40 min time limit · 80% to pass

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Reviewed by Jack Mahana, CDL Instructor (13+ years)

Last verified: August 2026

All questions sourced from the official Arkansas CDL handbook and FMCSA regulations.

About the Arkansas Hazmat Test

Arkansas drivers move hazardous materials every day. You’ll see tankers on I-40 carrying gasoline, propane, and industrial chemicals through the Arkansas River Valley. The weather here adds risk — fog in the Delta, ice on I-540 bridges. That’s why the hazmat endorsement isn’t just a checkbox.

Our practice test mirrors the Arkansas DFA exam. You’ll get 30 multiple-choice questions covering placards, labels, loading rules, and emergency response. Each question includes the exact wording from the Arkansas CDL handbook. No surprises.

We don’t waste your time. Take the test, see your score, and review the explanations. Focus on the areas where you struggle. Repeat until you’re ready for the real thing.

Arkansas tests you on specific local rules, like restrictions on hazmat routes through Little Rock and Memphis. Our questions reflect those. Pass this practice test and you’ll walk into the DFA office confident.

Topics Covered

✓Hazardous materials classifications – Arkansas drivers haul chemicals, fuel, and waste across I-40 daily.

✓Placarding and labeling – Know which placard to slap on a flatbed carrying propane through Fayetteville.

✓Loading and unloading procedures – Bulk tankers on the Arkansas River require specific securement.

✓Shipping papers and emergency response information – Carrying ammonium nitrate near Jonesboro? You’ll need the right papers.

✓Vehicle marking and parking restrictions – You can’t park a hazmat rig in a residential zone in Pine Bluff.

✓TSA background check requirements – Arkansas requires it for the hazmat endorsement, just like every state.

Study Tips

Arkansas uses the DFA, not a DMV. Schedule your hazmat test at a DFA testing location in Little Rock, Springdale, or Jonesboro. You’ll need to pass the general knowledge test first. Don’t skip that — the hazmat test builds on it.

Our practice test highlights the most missed questions in Arkansas. Focus on placard tables and segregation rules. Arkansas has a high volume of mixed hazmat loads on I-40, so that’s a common test topic. Take the quiz three times, then you’re ready.

Arkansas Specific Information

Arkansas DFA testing locations: Little Rock (West Markham), Springdale (Har-Ber Ave), Jonesboro (Lively St), and Texarkana (Main St). Most allow walk-ins, but appointments are recommended for the hazmat test — call ahead. Fees: $12.50 for the hazmat knowledge test plus a $12.50 endorsement fee. You’ll also pay the TSA background check fee ($86.50) separately.

Bring your current CDL, medical card, and social security number. No temporary documents. The test is 30 questions, 40 minutes, 80% passing. You can retake it same day with a $12.50 fee if you fail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a TSA background check before taking the Arkansas hazmat test?

Yes, you do. You must pass the TSA threat assessment before the DFA issues the hazmat endorsement. Fingerprinting happens at a DFA office or a third-party site. Start that process early — it takes weeks.

Can I take the hazmat test at any Arkansas DFA office?

Not all offices offer CDL testing. Stick with the main testing locations in Little Rock, Springdale, Jonesboro, and Texarkana. Call ahead to confirm hazmat test availability.

What’s the passing score for the Arkansas hazmat test?

You need 80% — that’s 24 out of 30 questions correct. You’ll get 40 minutes. Miss more than 6 and you fail. Retake it same day for another $12.50.

Does Arkansas have special hazmat route restrictions on I-40?

Yes. Hazmat loads are prohibited through the I-40 corridor in West Memphis near the Big River Crossing. You must use the I-55 bypass. Our practice test covers these local restrictions.

How long is the Arkansas hazmat endorsement valid?

It’s good for 5 years, same as your CDL. Renewal requires a new TSA background check. Don’t let it expire — you’ll have to retake the knowledge test.

Reviewed by Jack Mahana, CDL Instructor (13+ years)

Last verified: August 2026 · FMCSA-compliant content