DOT Hazard Classes Flashcards

Study Notes

DOT Nine Hazard Classes Overview

Explosives: Substances that can undergo rapid chemical reactions, releasing energy and producing gas, heat, and pressure.
Gases (compressed): Gases stored under pressure, which can pose risks upon release including displacement of air and explosion.
Flammable Combustible Liquids: Liquids that can ignite and sustain combustion when exposed to an ignition source, categorized by flash point and temperature.
Flammable Solids: Solid materials that can easily ignite through friction, heat, or moisture, leading to combustion.
Oxidizers: Chemicals that promote combustion by providing oxygen or other oxidizing species, increasing fire risk in materials.
Poisons: Substances that can cause harm or death through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact, often requiring special handling.
Radioactive Materials: Materials that emit ionizing radiation, necessitating strict safety protocols to protect human health and the environment.
Corrosives: Substances that can cause destruction of living tissue or severe corrosion of materials, often requiring protective equipment for safe handling.
Miscellaneous: Category covering substances that do not fall under the other defined classes but still pose various hazards.

Memorization Aid

Helpful saying to remember the hazard classes: "Every good firefighter opens presents rapidly Christmas morning." This acronym corresponds to the first letters of each hazard type: Explosives, Gases, Flammable Combustible Liquids, Flammable Solids, Oxidizers, Poisons, Radioactive Materials, Corrosives, and Miscellaneous.

Description

Test your knowledge of the nine hazardous materials classes as defined by the Department of Transportation. This quiz includes key concepts and definitions that are crucial for understanding safety protocols related to explosives, gases, flammable substances, and more.