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Which of the following best describes bulk packaging?

  • Any packaging that requires specialized handling procedures.
  • Packaging specifically designed for gases.
  • Packaging, excluding vessels or barges, where hazardous materials are loaded without intermediate containment. (correct)
  • Packaging with a capacity of 100 gallons or less.

What is the maximum capacity that qualifies a receptacle as bulk packaging when it is used for liquids?

  • Greater than 119 gallons (450 L) (correct)
  • 1,000 pounds (454 kg)
  • Greater than 882 pounds (400 kg)
  • Greater than 50 gallons (189 L)

What is the primary purpose of a cargo tank?

  • Storing hazardous waste materials.
  • Carrying liquids or gases. (correct)
  • Transporting solid materials.
  • Transporting passengers and their belongings.

What is a 'carrier' in the context of transportation regulations?

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What does the acronym 'CVC' stand for in the context of transportation regulations?

<p>California Vehicle Code (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes a cryogenic liquid?

<p>A refrigerated liquefied gas with a boiling point colder than -130 degrees Fahrenheit at 14.7 psia. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum design pressure requirement for a cylinder used for hazardous materials?

<p>Higher than 40 psia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials regulations, what does 'division' refer to?

<p>A subdivision within a hazard class that further defines the nature of the risk. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'EPA' stand for?

<p>Environmental Protection Agency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does FMCSR stand for?

<p>Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a freight container?

<p>To contain packages in unit form during transit to streamline handling and protect contents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a fuel tank in a transport vehicle?

<p>Supplying fuel necessary for the vehicle's propulsion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the abbreviation GCWR stand for in the context of commercial vehicles?

<p>Gross Combination Weight Rating (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'gross weight' or 'gross mass' refer to when discussing transportation and packaging?

<p>The combined weight of both the packaging and its contents. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'GVW' stand for in the context of vehicle specifications?

<p>Gross Vehicle Weight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'GVWR' stand for in relation to vehicles?

<p>Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials (HazMat), what is a 'hazard class'?

<p>A category that defines the type of hazard associated with a particular hazardous material. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most accurate definition of a Hazardous Material (HazMat)?

<p>A substance that poses an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property during transportation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'HMR' stand for in the context of transportation of dangerous goods?

<p>Hazardous Material Regulations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials, what are infectious substances or etiologic agents?

<p>Living microorganisms, or their toxins, which are known to cause disease in humans or animals. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC)?

<p>A rigid or flexible portable packaging designed for mechanical handling but excluding cylinders or portable tanks. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'IRP' stand for in the context of commercial vehicle operation?

<p>International Registration Plan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials regulations, what is meant by 'limited quantity'?

<p>The maximum amount of a hazardous material for which certain labeling or packaging exceptions may apply. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'marking' refer to on HazMat packaging?

<p>The descriptive name, ID number, instructions, cautions, weight, specification, and UN marks on the outer packaging. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'MCP' stand for in the context of transportation and trucking?

<p>Motor Carrier Permit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hazardous materials, what constitutes a 'mixture'?

<p>A material composed of more than one chemical compound or element. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'NHTSA' stand for?

<p>National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the definitions below accurately describes nonbulk packaging?

<p>Packaging with a capacity of 119 gallons (450 L) or less for liquids, 882 pounds (400 kg) or less for solids, and water capacity of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) or less for gases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of shipping and transportation, what does 'N.O.S.' stand for?

<p>Not Otherwise Specified (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by outage or ullage in the context of liquid-filled containers?

<p>The amount by which a packaging falls short of being liquid full, usually expressed as a percentage of volume. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'overpack' in the context of transportation and handling of goods?

<p>An enclosure used by a single shipper to provide extra protection or convenience by combining two or more packages. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the descriptions defines a portable tank?

<p>A bulk packaging designed to be loaded onto a transport vehicle, equipped with handling accessories. It excludes cargo tanks, tank cars, and specific trailers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'proper shipping name' for a hazardous material?

<p>The name of the hazardous material as it appears in Roman print in CFR, Title 49 172.101. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In hazardous material transportation, what does the abbreviation 'RQ' stand for?

<p>Reportable Quantity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a 'shipper's certification' on shipping papers for hazardous materials?

<p>A statement signed by the shipper affirming that the shipment has been prepared correctly and complies with all applicable regulations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a tank vehicle?

<p>Any CMV with fixed $\operatorname{tank}(\mathrm{s})$ of any size (except tanks necessary for vehicle operation) or portable tanks of 1,000 gallons or more capacity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a transport vehicle?

<p>A cargo-carrying vehicle such as an automobile, van, tractor, truck, semi-trailer, tank car, or rail car used for transportation of cargo by any mode. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Bulk Packaging

Packaging loaded with hazardous materials without intermediate containment (excluding vessels or barges).

Maximum Liquid Capacity for Bulk Packaging

Greater than 119 gallons (450 L).

Cargo Tank Primary Purpose

Carrying liquids or gases.

Carrier

A person who transports passengers or property in commerce.

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What does CVC stand for?

California Vehicle Code

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Cryogenic Liquid

A refrigerated liquefied gas colder than -130°F at 14.7 psia.

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Cylinder design pressure

Higher than 40 psia

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Division (HazMat)

A subdivision of a hazard class.

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What does EPA stand for?

Environmental Protection Agency

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What does FMCSR stand for?

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

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Freight Container Purpose

Containment of packages (in unit form) during transportation.

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Fuel Tank Purpose

Supplying fuel for propulsion of the transport vehicle.

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What does GCWR stand for?

Gross Combination Weight Rating

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Gross Weight/Mass

The weight of the packaging plus the weight of its contents.

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What is GVW?

Gross Vehicle Weight

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What does GVWR stand for?

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

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Hazard Class

A category of hazard assigned to a HazMat.

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Hazardous Material (HazMat)

A substance that poses an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce.

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What does HMR stand for?

Hazardous Material Regulations

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What does IFTA stand for?

International Fuel Tax Agreement

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Infectious substances or etiologic agents

Living microorganisms, or their toxins, which may cause human or animal disease

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Intermediate bulk container (IBC)

A rigid or flexible portable packaging, other than a cylinder or portable tank, designed for mechanical handling

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What does IRP stand for?

International Registration Plan

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Limited quantity

The maximum amount of a HazMat for which there may be specific labeling or packaging exceptions

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Marking on HazMat packaging

The descriptive name, ID number, instructions, cautions, weight, specification, United Nations (UN) marks, or combinations thereof, required on outer packaging of HazMat

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What does MCP stand for?

Motor Carrier Permit

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Mixture

A material composed of more than 1 chemical compound or element

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What does NHTSA stand for?

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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Nonbulk packaging

Packaging which has a maximum capacity of 119 gallons (450 L) or less as a receptacle for a liquid, a maximum net mass of 882 pounds (400 kg) or less and a maximum capacity of 119 gallons (450 L) or less as a receptacle for a solid, or a water capacity of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) or less as a receptacle for a gas

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What does N.O.S. stand for in shipping?

Not Otherwise Specified

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What does NTSB stand for?

National Transportation Safety Board

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Outage or ullage

The amount by which a packaging falls short of being liquid full, usually expressed in percent by volume

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Overpack

An enclosure used by a single shipper to provide protection, convenience in handling of a package, or to combine 2 or more packages, not including a transport vehicle or freight container

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What does PHMSA stand for?

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

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Portable tank

Bulk packaging (except a cylinder having a water capacity of 1,000 pounds or less) designed primarily to be loaded onto, on, or temporarily attached to a transport vehicle or ship, and equipped with skids, mountings, or accessories to facilitate handling the tank by mechanical means, not including a cargo tank, tank car, multiunit tank car tank, or trailer carrying 3AX, 3AAX, or 3T cylinders

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Proper shipping name

The name of the HazMat shown in Roman print (not italics) in CFR, Title 49 §172.101

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What does RQ stand for?

Reportable Quantity

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Shipper's certification

A statement on a shipping paper, signed by the shipper, saying they prepared the shipment properly, according to law

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Tank vehicle

Any CMV with any size fixed $\operatorname{tank}(\mathrm{s})$ (except tanks necessary for vehicle operation such as air, gas, and oil) or portable tanks of 1,000 gallons or more capacity

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Transport vehicle

A cargo-carrying vehicle such as an automobile, van, tractor, truck, semi-trailer, tank car, or rail car used for transportation of cargo by any mode

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Study Notes

  • Study notes for hazardous materials transportation

Bulk Packaging

  • It's packaging, excluding vessels or barges, such as a transport vehicle or freight container.
  • Hazardous materials can be loaded inside without any intermediate containment.

Maximum Capacity for Bulk Packaging (Liquids)

  • It can hold greater than 119 gallons (450 L) of a liquid.

Cargo Tank Primary Use

  • Cargo tanks are mainly used for carrying liquids or gases.

Carrier Definition

  • A carrier is someone who transports passengers or property in commerce.

CVC Meaning

  • CVC stands for California Vehicle Code.

Cryogenic Liquid Defined

  • A refrigerated liquefied gas having a boiling point colder than -130 degrees Fahrenheit at 14.7 psia.

Cylinder Design Pressure

  • Cylinders are designed for pressures higher than 40 psia.

Division (Hazardous Materials Context)

  • A division is a subdivision of a hazard class.

EPA Meaning

  • EPA stands for Environmental Protection Agency.

FMCSR Meaning

  • FMCSR stands for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Freight Container Design

  • They are designed for the containment of packages (in unit form) during transportation

Fuel Tank Purpose

  • Fuel tanks supply fuel for the propulsion of the transport vehicle.

GCWR Meaning

  • GCWR stands for Gross Combination Weight Rating.

Gross Weight/Mass Definition

  • Gross weight means the weight of the packaging plus the weight of its contents.

GVW Meaning

  • GVW stands for Gross Vehicle Weight.

GVWR Meaning

  • GVWR stands for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.

Hazard Class Definition

  • A hazard class is a category of hazard assigned to a HazMat.

Hazardous Material (HazMat) Definition

  • A substance that poses an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce.

HMR Meaning

  • HMR stands for Hazardous Material Regulations.

IFTA Meaning

  • IFTA stands for International Fuel Tax Agreement.

Infectious Substances/Etiologic Agents

  • Living microorganisms, or their toxins, can cause human or animal disease.

Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC)

  • A rigid or flexible portable packaging, other than a cylinder or portable tank, designed for mechanical handling

IRP Meaning

  • IRP stands for International Registration Plan.

Limited Quantity Definition

  • The maximum amount of a HazMat for which there may be specific labeling or packaging exceptions

HazMat Packaging Marking Includes

  • The descriptive name, ID number, instructions, cautions, weight, specification, United Nations (UN) marks, or combinations thereof, required on outer packaging of HazMat

MCP Meaning

  • MCP stands for Motor Carrier Permit.

Mixture (Hazardous Materials Context)

  • A material composed of more than 1 chemical compound or element.

NHTSA Meaning

  • NHTSA stands for National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Nonbulk Packaging

  • Packaging with a maximum capacity of 119 gallons (450 L) or less as a receptacle for a liquid, a maximum net mass of 882 pounds (400 kg) or less and a maximum capacity of 119 gallons (450 L) or less as a receptacle for a solid, or a water capacity of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) or less as a receptacle for a gas

N.O.S. Meaning (Shipping)

  • N.O.S. stands for Not Otherwise Specified.

NTSB Meaning

  • NTSB stands for National Transportation Safety Board.

Outage/Ullage

  • The amount by which a packaging falls short of being liquid full, usually expressed in percent by volume

Overpack Definition

  • An enclosure used by a single shipper to provide protection, convenience in handling of a package, or to combine 2 or more packages, not including a transport vehicle or freight container

PHMSA Meaning

  • PHMSA stands for Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

Portable Tank Definition

  • Bulk packaging (except a cylinder having a water capacity of 1,000 pounds or less) designed primarily to be loaded onto, on, or temporarily attached to a transport vehicle or ship, and equipped with skids, mountings, or accessories to facilitate handling the tank by mechanical means, not including a cargo tank, tank car, multiunit tank car tank, or trailer carrying 3AX, 3AAX, or 3T cylinders

Proper Shipping Name

  • The name of the HazMat shown in Roman print (not italics) in CFR, Title 49 §172.101

RQ Meaning

  • RQ stands for Reportable Quantity.

Shipper's Certification

  • A statement on a shipping paper, signed by the shipper, saying they prepared the shipment properly, according to law

Tank Vehicle Definition

  • Any CMV with any size fixed $\operatorname{tank}(\mathrm{s})$ (except tanks necessary for vehicle operation such as air, gas, and oil) or portable tanks of 1,000 gallons or more capacity

Transport Vehicle

  • A cargo-carrying vehicle such as an automobile, van, tractor, truck, semi-trailer, tank car, or rail car used for transportation of cargo by any mode

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