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According to DTR 4500.9-R - Part II, how often do you need refresher training on HAZMAT processes and procedures?
Every 24 months
White phosphorus ignites when it comes in contact with air. This chemical is an example of Hazmat because it is a risk to what?
Health, safety, or property
Where can you find the federal laws for safely transporting HAZMAT?
49 CFR
Some hazard classes are broken into divisions that do what?
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Which class of hazardous materials are assigned compatibility group letters?
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You are transporting ammunition. You have an emergency on the road. Which of the shipping papers provides instructions for who to call?
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Which form references the ERG pages first responders might need in an emergency?
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Which ERG section contains the numbered guides first responders rely on when responding to a HAZMAT incident?
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To pass vehicle inspection as described on DD Form 626, a vehicle transporting HAZMAT must have which four of the following items? (Select all that apply)
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When transporting HC 1, what is allowed in the cargo area of the vehicle?
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Only ASP personnel need to complete and sign the DD Form 626.
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Inspectors use DD Form 626 to check vehicle mechanical equipment, mirrors and lights, and what?
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You are transporting a load of HAZMAT and you see grass fires in a field nearby. What requirements would you have to meet to continue driving?
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You are transporting a load of HC 1.2 on a mountain highway. There is a tunnel ahead and you need to pull over and check the traffic before you proceed. How far do you have to be from the tunnel when you stop?
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According to 49 CFR, you must inspect the vehicle tires at the beginning of each trip, whenever the vehicle is parked, and every what?
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Ammunition is considered what?
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Who is responsible for re-inspecting the vehicle and verifying the information on the DD Form 626 is correct before it leaves the ASP?
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SPC Austen loaded the vehicle with ammunition. In a rush, he intentionally left before the ASP gave him shipping papers. On the way to the range, he was in a traffic incident. What violation did SPC Austen commit?
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Which hazard class/division does this placard belong to?
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What placard or label is used for poisonous material?
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According to the Segregation Table for HAZMAT, can you safely transport HC 2.1 with HC 2.2?
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According to the Segregation Table for HAZMAT, can you safely transport HC 2.3 with HC 1.5?
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Hazardous materials are compatible when they can be what?
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Which of these does the ASP attach to DD Form 2890 to state that the vehicle is properly packed?
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On the JHCS shown here, what is the item's national stock number?
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You are carrying a load of hazard class 8. What should be included with the shipping papers?
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Compare Block 14 of the DD Form 2890 shown here to the container. Which statement is true?
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Compare Block 14 of the DD Form 2890 shown here to the container. Which statement is true? Chlorine, 2.3 (5.1,8) I 1 Cylinder Toxic inhalation Hazard Zone B.
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Compare Block 14 of the DD Form 2890 shown here to the container. Which statement is true? Water reactive solid, n.o.s.
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Compare Block 14 of the DD Form 2890 shown here to the container. Which statement is true? UN1017, Chlorine, PG I.
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You are involved in a traffic incident while transporting HAZMAT. You were only able to grab DD Form 2890 before you jumped out of the vehicle. What does the form tell first responders when they arrive?
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You are involved in a traffic incident while transporting HAZMAT. You safely egress the vehicle before it catches fire. When first responders arrive they ask what you are transporting. What do you do?
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According to Section II of DD Form 626, which items must be inspected and in proper working condition on a vehicle transporting HAZMAT?
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According to Section II of DD Form 626, which items must be inspected and in proper working condition on a vehicle transporting HAZMAT?
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You are transporting a load of HAZMAT. When does the vehicle have to be fully inspected using DD Form 626?
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According to 49 CFR, you CANNOT park a loaded HAZMAT vehicle near open fires or smoking areas.
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According to the 49 CFR, you must inspect the vehicle tires.
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Study Notes
HAZMAT Training and Regulations
- Refresher training on HAZMAT processes is required every 24 months according to DTR 4500.9-R - Part II.
- Federal laws for safely transporting HAZMAT are found in 49 CFR.
Hazmat Characteristics
- White phosphorus ignites upon contact with air, posing health, safety, or property risks.
- Ammunition is classified as HAZMAT.
Hazard Classification
- Hazard classes are further divided into divisions for better categorization.
- Class 1 includes hazardous materials that are assigned compatibility group letters.
Shipping and Emergency Instructions
- DD Form 2890 provides shipping instructions and contact information for emergencies.
- The orange section of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) contains numbered guides for first responders during HAZMAT incidents.
Vehicle Inspection Requirements
- Vehicles transporting HAZMAT must have spare electrical fuses, two 10-BC rated fire extinguishers, a covered cargo area or fire-retardant tarpaulin, and a first aid kit to pass inspections using DD Form 626.
- Initial vehicle inspections must be conducted at origin and destination, and vehicle tires should be checked before each trip and after parking.
Transportation Protocols
- When transporting HAZMAT, drivers must be able to pass fires without stopping.
- Vehicles must stop at least 300 feet from tunnels when transporting HC 1.2.
Compatibility of Hazardous Materials
- According to the Segregation Table, HC 2.1 can be safely transported with HC 2.2, but HC 2.3 cannot be transported with HC 1.5 due to incompatibility.
Documentation and Compliance
- DD Form 2781 is attached to DD Form 2890 to confirm proper packing of the vehicle.
- Accurate shipping papers are crucial; any missing information on Block 14 of DD Form 2890, such as UN numbers or hazard classes, is a violation.
Incident Protocols
- In case of a traffic incident involving HAZMAT, DD Form 2890 provides ERG guide numbers for first responders.
- First responders must be given the shipping papers to understand what materials are being transported.
Vehicle Maintenance Checks
- Essential systems like steering, brakes, and exhaust must be checked and in working condition when inspecting vehicles transporting HAZMAT.
- Regular checks on windshield wipers and overall vehicle condition are mandatory for compliance with DD Form 626.
Parking Regulations
- It is prohibited to park a loaded HAZMAT vehicle near open fires or smoking areas.
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