Hazardous Materials Flashcards Day 1

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What does AFMAN 24-204 (I) standardize?

Building codes

Aviation regulations

Preparing and transporting hazardous materials (correct)

Food safety standards

How many hazard classes does the Department of Transportation (DOT) divide hazardous materials into?

NINE

ORM-D is a hazard class.

False

What does Table A4.1 provide?

Alphabetical listing of hazardous materials by their Proper Shipping Name (PSN). Signup and view all the answers

What does the Segregation Table for all Hazardous Materials Table A18.1 identify?

Explosives and other hazardous materials that must not be loaded, transported, or stored together. Signup and view all the answers

Materials marked with 'No Symbol' can be loaded, transported, or stored together.

True Signup and view all the answers

The letter 'X' indicates materials that must not be loaded together.

True Signup and view all the answers

The letter 'O' allows materials to be stored together without restrictions.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does the symbol '*' signify?

Class 1 explosives identified in Table A18.2. Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as Hazardous Material?

Any material identified by the DOD posing unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property during transport. Signup and view all the answers

What does Performance Oriented Packaging (POP/UN Specification) refer to?

Containers designed to meet integrity and safety levels during performance tests. Signup and view all the answers

An Outer Overpack Container requires POP/UN Specification testing.

False Signup and view all the answers

What instructions can be found regarding fuel limits in tanks?

Specific instructions for preparing vehicles and equipment for air shipment. Signup and view all the answers

What are the Fuel in Tank Requirements for vehicles during transport?

Vehicles should not exceed half a tank of fuel, and engine powered equipment must be drained. Signup and view all the answers

What are the General Marking Requirements for hazardous materials?

The appropriate Proper Shipping Name (PSN) and corresponding UN, NA, or ID number must be marked on the package. Signup and view all the answers

What must hazardous materials have applied?

The appropriate hazard class label consistent with its classification. Signup and view all the answers

Cargo with passengers can travel without deviation.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is required for radioactive material?

Two labels located on opposite sides of the package. Signup and view all the answers

A label is always required for miscellaneous dangerous goods when not packaged.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is magnetized material used for?

In place of a 'Misc. Dangerous Goods' label. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

AFMAN 24-204 (I) Overview

AFMAN 24-204 (I) guides the preparation and transport of hazardous materials for military air shipment.
Aligns with international standards including IATA and 49 CFR while ensuring compliance with DOT.

Hazardous Materials Classification

DOT categorizes hazardous materials into nine classes plus ORM-D (Other Regulated Material-Domestic).
ORM-D is not a hazard class and applies only to domestic shipments of small quantities for personal use.

Hazardous Materials Listings

Table A4.1 features an alphabetical listing of hazardous materials by Proper Shipping Name (PSN).
Table A18.1's segregation guidelines prevent incompatible materials from being loaded, transported, or stored together.

Segregation Symbols

"No Symbol" indicates materials can be safely loaded and stored together.
"X" indicates materials that must be kept apart entirely.
"O" symbols are allowed to be together if separated by 88 inches.
The "*" symbol marks Class 1 explosives, listed in Table A18.2.

Definitions of Hazardous Material

Hazardous materials are those deemed capable of posing unreasonable risks to health, safety, and property during transport.
The term is synonymous with "Dangerous Goods."

Packaging Requirements

Performance Oriented Packaging (POP/UN SPECIFICATION) ensures containers meet safety integrity under performance tests.
Overpack allows multiple approved containers in a single outer container if materials are compatible.
Outer Overpack Containers require labeling but not necessarily POP/UN testing.

Fuel Preparation for Shipment

Specific limits and requirements exist for the fueling of vehicles and equipment for air shipment, dictated by service technical manuals.
Major stipulations include:
- Vehicles must not exceed half-tank fuel capacity.
- Engine-powered equipment should be drained of fuel completely.
- LPG and similar gas-fueled vehicles must have gas emptied, but purging isn’t needed.

Marking and Labeling Requirements

Packages containing hazardous materials must display the Proper Shipping Name (PSN) and corresponding UN, NA, or ID number.
Hazard class and handling labels must adhere to the material's classification and be placed where visible.
Cargo marked “CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY” is subject to strict regulations regarding passenger inclusion.

Special Categories

Radioactive material requires two labels placed opposite each other on the package.
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods (Class 9) are exempt from labeling if not in packaging but readily identifiable.
Magnetized material replaces the "Misc. Dangerous Goods" label if it has a specified magnetic field.

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Explore essential terms and definitions related to hazardous materials preparation and transportation in a military context. This quiz is designed to help you familiarize yourself with AFMAN 24-204, hazardous materials classification, and ORM-D. Test your knowledge and enhance your understanding of safety regulations!