Chapter 1 — Your License 11 Commercial Driver License (CDL) Endorsements Motorcycle School Bus/School Activity Bus NOTE:  Pursuant to G.S. 20-37.14A, the Division shall not issue or renew a  commercial driver license reflecting a “P” or “S” endorsement to anyone required to  register under sex offender and public protection registration programs. The driver of a school bus must be at least 18 years of age, have at least six  months driving experience and hold either a Class B or Class C CDL with  an “S” (school bus) and a “P” (passenger) endorsement along with a School  Bus Driver’s Certificate. To obtain a School Bus Driver’s Certificate, a person  must be specially trained and pass an examination administered by a Driver  Education Program Specialist which demonstrates the fitness and competency  required to operate the bus. The requirements for a driver of a public school  activity bus are the same. The requirements for the driver of a school activity  bus are the same except a School Bus Driver’s Certificate is not required. A person must have a regular or commercial license with a motorcycle  endorsement or a motorcycle learner permit before being entitled to operate a  motorcycle on public roads. A special CDL endorsement is required to haul hazardous materials, transport  passengers, drive school buses and school activity buses, pull double trailers or  drive tank vehicles. Additional information is in the  CDL Handbook.  A volunteer member of a fire department, rescue or emergency service (EMS) in  the performance of duty may operate a Class A, B or C fire-fighting, rescue or  EMS vehicle, or combination of these vehicles while holding either a “Regular”  A, B or C License.  You do not need a CDL to drive recreational vehicles, military equipment,  fire and/or emergency equipment or certain farm vehicles. However, a regular  license of the appropriate class is required at all times. Class C Motor Vehicle:  A single or combination of motor vehicles not  included in Class A or B but meets any of the following descriptions: A CDL is required for drivers, paid or volunteer, who drive the following types  of vehicles that are designed or used to transport passengers or property: Class A Motor Vehicle:  A vehicle that has a combined GVWR of at least  26,001 pounds and includes as part of the combination a towed unit that has a  GVWR of at least 10,001 pounds. • A combination of motor vehicles that includes as part of the combination a  towing unit that has a GVWR of at least 26,001 pounds and a towed unit  that has a GVWR of less than 10,001 pounds. • A single motor vehicle that has a GVWR of at least 26,001 pounds. Class B Motor Vehicle: • Is designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver; and  • Is transporting hazardous materials and is required to be placarded.