Questions and Answers
Within how many years must a driver have had special training if he transports radioactive material or flammable cryogenic liquids?
The driver's certificate of radioactive materials training must be:
What is the intent of the hazardous material regulations found in Title 49 CFR?
What is not a responsibility of the shipper?
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Who is responsible for checking that the shipper has correctly named, labeled, and marked a haz mat shipment?
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Who is responsible for placarding and transporting the shipment without delay, and keeping the shipping papers in the proper place?
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What lists do drivers, shippers, and carriers use to find out if material is regulated?
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How should a common carrier transport material classified as forbidden on the hazardous material table?
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What placards do you use in transporting two liters of flammable liquid labeled poison inhalation hazard on the shipping paper?
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If there is an 'X' or 'RQ' in the HM column of a shipping paper entry, it means:
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What is the correct order of the description of hazardous material on the shipping paper?
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A non-hazardous material may not be described by:
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What is the only exception to the rule that the shipper certifies that he has packaged the material according to the regulations?
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How can you find out if a shipment includes hazardous material?
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What is the purpose of a uniform hazardous waste manifest?
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How many placards must a vehicle have that is carrying hazardous material?
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According to the placard tables, if you're carrying 500 pounds of Explosive A and B, the correct placard is:
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Which placard should you use if you're carrying 600 lbs of organic peroxide and 500 lbs of oxidizer?
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When loading hazardous material you must:
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When loading explosives, check the cargo space for:
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Study Notes
Hazmat CDL Key Concepts
- Special training is required within 2 years for drivers transporting radioactive materials or flammable cryogenic liquids.
- The driver must carry the certificate of radioactive materials training while on duty.
- Hazardous material regulations in Title 49 CFR aim to contain the materials, communicate risks, and ensure safe drivers and equipment.
Responsibilities in Hazardous Material Transport
- Shippers must label, package, and prepare shipping papers but are not responsible for placarding.
- Carriers are responsible for verifying that the shipper has accurately named, labeled, and marked hazmat shipments.
- Drivers must placard and transport shipments promptly, keeping shipping papers accessible.
Regulatory Lists and Compliance
- Drivers, shippers, and carriers refer to the hazardous material table and a list of hazardous substances to determine regulated materials.
- Forbidden materials cannot be transported by common carriers under any circumstances.
Placarding Regulations
- For two liters of flammable liquid labeled poison inhalation hazard, placards must indicate poison and the appropriate hazard class.
- An "X" or "RQ" in the HM column of shipping papers indicates that the shipment is hazardous and regulated.
Shipping Paper Requirements
- The correct order for hazardous material descriptions on shipping papers is shipping name, hazard class, and ID number.
- Non-hazardous materials must not be described using hazard classes or ID numbers.
Exceptions and Hazardous Waste
- The only exception to shippers certifying packaged material compliance is when the shipper is a private carrier transporting their own goods.
- A uniform hazardous waste manifest verifies that a vehicle is carrying hazardous waste.
Vehicle Placarding and Load Considerations
- Vehicles transporting hazardous materials require four placards.
- For 500 pounds of explosives, the correct placard is "explosive B."
- For 600 pounds of organic peroxide and 500 pounds of oxidizer, use "dangerous" placard.
Loading and Safety Precautions
- When loading hazardous materials, never use hooks for handling.
- Maintain a distance of 50 feet from explosives, oxidizers, and flammables while smoking or during loading processes.
- When loading explosives, ensure cargo spaces are free from sharp objects, functional cargo heaters, and loose floor liners.
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