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Shippers package in order to (fill in the blank) the material.
Shippers package in order to (fill in the blank) the material.
certify on the shipping paper that the shipment has been prepared according to the rules.
Drivers placard their vehicle to (fill in the blank) the risk.
Drivers placard their vehicle to (fill in the blank) the risk.
communicate.
What three things do you need to know to decide which placards (if any) you need?
What three things do you need to know to decide which placards (if any) you need?
- Material's hazard class. 2) Amount being shipped. 3) Amount of all hazardous materials of all classes on your vehicle.
A hazardous materials identification number must appear on the (fill in the blank) and on the (fill in the blank).
A hazardous materials identification number must appear on the (fill in the blank) and on the (fill in the blank).
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Where must you keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials?
Where must you keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials?
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Around which hazard classes must you never smoke?
Around which hazard classes must you never smoke?
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Which three hazard classes should not be loaded into a trailer that has a heater/air conditioner unit?
Which three hazard classes should not be loaded into a trailer that has a heater/air conditioner unit?
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Should the floor liner required for Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials be stainless steel?
Should the floor liner required for Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials be stainless steel?
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At the shipper's dock, you're given a paper for 100 cartons of battery acid. You already have 100 pounds of dry Silver Cyanide on board. What precautions do you have to take?
At the shipper's dock, you're given a paper for 100 cartons of battery acid. You already have 100 pounds of dry Silver Cyanide on board. What precautions do you have to take?
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Name a hazard class that uses transport indexes to determine the amount that can be loaded in a single vehicle.
Name a hazard class that uses transport indexes to determine the amount that can be loaded in a single vehicle.
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What are cargo tanks?
What are cargo tanks?
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How is a portable tank different from a cargo tank?
How is a portable tank different from a cargo tank?
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Your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas. Should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?
Your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas. Should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?
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If your placarded trailer has dual tires, how often should you check the tires?
If your placarded trailer has dual tires, how often should you check the tires?
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What is a safe haven?
What is a safe haven?
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How close to the traveled part of the roadway can you park with Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?
How close to the traveled part of the roadway can you park with Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?
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How close can you park to a bridge, tunnel, or building with the same load?
How close can you park to a bridge, tunnel, or building with the same load?
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What type of fire extinguisher must placarded vehicles carry?
What type of fire extinguisher must placarded vehicles carry?
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Study Notes
Shippers and Packaging
- Shippers must certify that shipments adhere to regulations on shipping papers.
- Proper packaging is essential for compliance with hazardous material handling.
Driver Responsibilities
- Drivers are required to placard their vehicles to effectively communicate risks associated with the cargo being transported.
Deciding on Placards
- To determine necessary placards, know the material's hazard class, the quantity being shipped, and the total amount of all hazardous materials on board.
Hazardous Materials Identification
- A hazardous materials identification number must be present on shipping papers and packages, including cargo tanks and bulk packaging.
Shipping Paper Storage
- Shipping papers for hazardous materials must be accessible:
- In a pouch on the driver's door
- In clear view and within immediate reach while the seatbelt is fastened
- On the driver's seat when the vehicle is unoccupied
Prohibited Smoking Areas
- Smoking is strictly prohibited around the following hazard classes:
- Class 1: Explosives
- Class 2.1: Flammable Gas
- Class 3: Flammable Liquids
- Class 4: Flammable Solids
- Class 5: Oxidizers
Loading Restrictions
- Do not load explosive materials (Class 1), flammable gases (Class 2.1), or flammable liquids (Class 3) into a trailer equipped with a heater or air conditioning unit.
Floor Liners for Hazardous Materials
- Liners for cargo containing Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials must be non-metallic or made from non-ferrous metal, not stainless steel.
Cargo Management Precautions
- When transporting multiple hazardous materials, such as battery acid and dry silver cyanide, do not load them in the same cargo space.
Transport Index Usage
- Class 7: Radioactive Materials use transport indexes to regulate the amount allowed in a single vehicle.
Cargo Tanks and Portable Tanks
- Cargo tanks are bulk packaging fixed to a vehicle.
- Portable tanks are not permanently attached and can be transported separately.
Compressed Gas Delivery Safety
- Always turn off the engine before unhooking hoses when delivering compressed gas.
Tire Maintenance
- Check the tires of placarded trailers both at the start of each trip and when parking.
Safe Haven Definition
- A safe haven is a designated area for parking unattended vehicles loaded with explosives.
Parking Regulations for Hazardous Loads
- With Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials, maintain a parking distance of at least 5 feet from the traveled roadway.
- You cannot park within 300 feet of a bridge, tunnel, or building when carrying the same load.
Fire Extinguisher Requirements
- Vehicles with placards must carry a fire extinguisher with a minimum UL rating of 10 B:C.
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