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Pilot Car and Flagging

Colorado Certification Online

Evergreen Safety Council’s online Colorado Pilot Car course will get you job-ready with ease. Eliminate your commuting time, participate in engaging training that doesn’t put you to sleep, and receive certification that allows you to operate in the states you need!


Select a class date below to register or view our full schedule.

October 20 November 24 December 15 Full Calendar

Course Details

Course Details:

Our online course is an 8-hour, instructor-led webinar followed by an online exam that is proctored via webcam. Our course covers everything that is required to obtain a Colorado Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operator and Flagging Certification.

START TIME IS 8:00 A.M. PACIFIC STANDARD TIME – CHECK YOUR TIME ZONE AND PLAN ACCORDINGLY

What’s Covered:

Our class covers the latest laws, regulations, and industry standards on:

Requirements

Students must have the proper computer equipment to attend online training.

Students must submit a signed application form and other required materials (including their driver’s license, driving record, proof of insurance, and a passport photo) in order to attend the training. Learn more on our Colorado P/EVO Application page.

Testing Your System/Equipment:

Zoom: To learn how to test your microphone and camera in Zoom please watch this short video on YouTube
Test invite: Test Invite is a cloud (Google) based online exam software.

If you don’t have a webcam, no problem! For a small fee we can order one for you that will arrive with the rest of your course materials!

Colorado Pilot/Escort Reciprocity:

Getting a Colorado Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operator Certification allows you to operate in the following states: Colorado, Utah, Washington, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Arizona, Texas, Kansas, and Florida.

If you intend on escorting an Oversize Load in one or more of these states, a Colorado P/EVO certification may be the right choice for you.

See our Pilot Car Reciprocity article for more detailed information. For a full list of states and certifications (current as of 2018), visit the USDOT’s page on this topic.

Certification is valid for four years.

A certification exam is administered at the end of each class. Students who pass with an 80% or better will receive a Colorado certification that is valid for four years.

Need to recertify?

Colorado pilot car operators who are currently certified by Evergreen Safety Council or another approved Colorado Pilot/Escort training agency are allowed to recertify for one additional four year period by taking an online proctored exam without attending a class. (Restrictions apply. See our FAQs for more details.)

Contact us to schedule a recertification exam.

Operators who only attended a testing session the last time they certified will be required to attend a full-day New Operator training session.

Testing Your System/Equipment:

Zoom: To learn how to test your microphone and camera in Zoom please watch this short video on YouTube
Test invite: Test Invite is a cloud (Google) based online exam software.

If you don’t have a webcam, no problem! For a small fee we can order one for you that will arrive with the rest of your course materials!

Endorsed by Experts

Evergreen Safety Council is proud to be endorsed by the American Association of Safety Councils and Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association.

Get your Colorado Pilot Car Certification Today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the digial document requirements?

1. Driver’s License (front and back):
Students must provide a digital color copy of the front and back of their current driver’s license.

2. Motor Vehicle Record:
A current (within the last 30 days) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in the state of current residence, for the immediate previous five year period.

3. Proof of Commercial Insurance (certificates or endorsements):
Current certificate(s) of insurance or endorsement(s) which indicates that the operator, or the operator’s employer, has in full force and effect insurance coverage(s) for bodily injury and/or property damage as a result of the operation of the escort vehicle, the escort vehicle operator, or both causing the bodily injury and/or property damage arising out of an act or omission by the Pilot Escort Vehicle operator of the escort duties required by the Rules of the State of Colorado.

4. A Passport Photo:
Students must provide a digital passport photo.
No selfies – face the camera directly
No Glasses
No Head Wear (unless for religious reasons)
Plain White background
Size – 2×2 inches (500×500 pixels at 300dpi)

Is training and certification required?

Yes, training and certification are required for Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operators in both Washington and Colorado.

Is the Colorado certification valid in other states?

Yes. The Colorado P/EVO certification is valid in several other states.

Please see our Pilot Car Reciprocity Page for further details.

What equipment do I need for the online class?

You are required to use a laptop or computer with working speakers, microphone, and webcam.

You must have an internet connection capable of streaming live video and a current operating system capable of running Zoom and our testing platform. You can take the following sample test to check everything will work well for you.

Note: phones and tablets are not allowed as they will not work with the testing platform. If you do not have such a computer, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.

My certification is expired. Do I need to take the entire course again?

Yes. Recertification is only open to P/EVOs whose certifications are still valid. If your card is already expired, you must attend the full training again.

How do I test my computer equipment?

Testing Your System/Equipment:

Zoom: To learn how to test your microphone and camera in Zoom please watch this short video on YouTube


Test invite: Test Invite is a cloud (Google) based online exam software.


1. You must be able to access the internet.

2. Your system should not have any access restrictions regarding the Google Cloud. (Some companies restrict access to cloud or Google services. You may need to check with your IT department.)

3. Your browser will need to be Chrome, Firefox or Opera.

4. You can take the following demo test to check everything will work well for you:

5. The exam requires video recording, so you are required to have a working webcam on your computer. You can use this site to check if your webcam works as expected.

If you don’t have a webcam, no problem! For a small fee we can order one for you that will arrive with the rest of your course materials!

How to I order a replacement card?

You can easily order a replacement card by filling out this online form.

Replacement cards are $20

How do I upload required documents?

You can upload your required documents by using our Colorado registration from.

Note, you must register for the Colorado Pilot Car class via our registration portal, prior to uploading your documents.

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