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FAQ Category: Pilot/Escort FAQ
Is this the class needed to be a funeral escort?
No. Funeral escorts do not need a training course, but do have equipment requirements and roadway right-of-way procedures found in Florida Statute 316.1974.
Where can I find more information on the Florida Mobile Home Installation course and requirement?
Here is a website with more information: http://www.flhsmv.gov/mobilehome/homeinstallation.html
How do I do a route survey?
A survey is a list of any items that the load may come in contact with on the route that is on the permit application. Permitees must submit a route survey letter (FDOT letter guidelines) and route survey with a… Read More
When does a vehicle need an escort?
A vehicle shall have at least one escort when its: width exceeds 12 ft., (needs two escorts if exceeds 14 ft.) OR height exceeds 14 ft. 6 in., OR length exceeds 95 ft. (may require two escorts in certain instances)
I’m qualified to escort in another state, but was still fined while escorting in Florida. Why was I fined?
Though you are legally allowed to escort in Florida with another state’s qualification, you still must abide by all Florida escort requirements, such as vehicle equipment, signage, etc.
What if the out-of-state escort course does not include flagging, is it accepted?
Pending final word from FDOT: yes, though escorts should study proper flagging procedures, as all escorts are authorized to flag while escorting in Florida per Florida Statute 316.079 (2). Proper flagging procedures are found in the Manual of Uniform Traffic… Read More
Which out-of-state escort certificates does Florida accept?
Arizona Colorado Georgia Minnesota North Carolina Oklahoma Pennsylvania Utah Virginia Washington Wisconsin
Is Florida really requiring escorts to carry 36-inch cones?
Yes, as of February 1, 2010, as well as several other changes. See the Florida Administrative Code website for the official rules and equipment requirements.
I can’t find the 8-hour National Safety Council Online Defensive Driving Course. Where is it?
Safetyserve.com is the official provider of National Safety Council Defensive Driving (DDC) courses. The link to the required defensive driving course is: https://www2.safetyserve.com/products/?ugid=007286ba. (Note: Florida Pilot/Escort Drivers must take the DDC 10th edition, NOT the Florida State course. When the… Read More