HAZMAT Safety Flashcards

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When carrying division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives, your vehicle should not be parked within how many feet of a bridge?

300 feet (correct)

400 feet

100 feet

200 feet

Class 1, Class 2.1, and Class 3 materials should not be placed in a trailer with:

A heater (correct)

Other vehicles

Food items

Any equipment

If a package of explosives has an oily stain or shows dampness, the driver should:

Decline transporting the load

As a driver, which of the following is not your job at the scene of an accident?

Take heroic measures to put the fire out Signup and view all the answers

A driver should ensure that:

The shipping paper matches the markings and labels on packages Signup and view all the answers

Play cards showing the type of hazardous materials in a vehicle are usually which shape?

Diamond Signup and view all the answers

Unless the package is clearly unsafe, a driver needs _____ to accept a package.

The shipper's certification Signup and view all the answers

During a cargo fire, opening the trailer doors may actually cause the fire to expand because doing so:

Allows oxygen into the trailer Signup and view all the answers

If the letter 'G' appears in Column 1 of a hazardous materials shipping paper, the shipping paper must also include:

The technical name of the hazardous materials Signup and view all the answers

Where can the identification numbers assigned to chemicals be found?

In the DOT emergency response guide Signup and view all the answers

If you are transporting hazardous materials and the cargo catches on fire, you should:

Contact emergency personnel and let them battle the fire Signup and view all the answers

Hazardous materials shipping papers may be kept in a pouch attached to the passenger side door.

False Signup and view all the answers

You may leave a vehicle that is carrying explosives unattended:

In a safe haven Signup and view all the answers

Many products classified as poison are also:

Gases and flammable Signup and view all the answers

Who must label hazardous materials?

The shipper Signup and view all the answers

Containers of hazardous materials must be:

Braced to prevent movement during transportation Signup and view all the answers

How do you label a package if the hazardous materials label will not fit onto the package?

Place the label on a tag securely attached to the item Signup and view all the answers

To transport hazardous materials, a driver needs:

A CDL with hazardous materials endorsement Signup and view all the answers

Shippers package in order to:

Contain hazardous materials Signup and view all the answers

When traveling with Division 1.1 explosives, you must park at least _____ from any building.

300 feet Signup and view all the answers

Hazardous materials may be transported by:

A driver with a CDL and hazardous materials endorsement Signup and view all the answers

An improperly placarded vehicle can only be moved in an emergency.

True Signup and view all the answers

If transporting hazardous materials, a shipper should warn others by:

Posting hazmat placards on their truck Signup and view all the answers

Before loading or unloading flammable liquids, the engine should be:

Turned off Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for a marine pollutant?

The image of a fish in a white triangle with an X through the fish Signup and view all the answers

How often are hazardous materials employees required to be trained and tested?

Once every three years Signup and view all the answers

The power unit of a placarded vehicle must carry a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of:

10 B:C Signup and view all the answers

Hazardous materials placards are usually shaped like:

Diamonds Signup and view all the answers

If 'Inhalation Hazard' appears on a shipping paper, the shipper should provide which placard?

Poison gas or poison inhalation hazard Signup and view all the answers

Hazardous materials shipping papers may not be kept in a pouch on the passenger's side door.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which type of material may be required to have a transport index?

Radioactive Signup and view all the answers

What is required to accept a package unless it is clearly unsafe?

The shipper's certification Signup and view all the answers

A manifest for transporting hazardous waste must be:

Signed by hand Signup and view all the answers

If transporting explosives, you must have:

A written route plan Signup and view all the answers

If transporting chlorine, what must be in the vehicle?

A gas mask Signup and view all the answers

When driving a vehicle with empty cargo tanks that are used to transport hazardous materials, a driver must:

Stop at a railroad crossing Signup and view all the answers

If cargo containing hazardous materials is leaking but the driver does not have access to a phone, they should:

Send someone else for help Signup and view all the answers

To complete a uniform hazardous waste manifest, you must:

Sign the manifest by hand Signup and view all the answers

When loading containers of hazardous materials, you should not use:

Hooks Signup and view all the answers

Shipping papers must include:

An emergency response telephone number Signup and view all the answers

A person should not smoke within _____ of a vehicle placarded for Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.

25 feet Signup and view all the answers

A person attending a placarded vehicle must be:

Within 100 feet of the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Transporting Hazardous Materials Regulations

Vehicles carrying Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives must not park within 300 feet of bridges, tunnels, buildings, or crowded areas, except for brief stops for operational functions like refueling.
Class 1 (explosives), Class 2.1 (flammable gases), and Class 3 (flammable liquids) materials must not be placed in trailers with heaters or similar items due to safety concerns.
Damaged packages of explosives, such as those showing dampness or oily stains, should not be transported.

Driver Responsibilities in Hazmat Situations

In an accident involving hazardous materials, drivers should prioritize safety by keeping people away, limiting material spread, informing emergency responders, and not attempting to fight fires without proper training and equipment.
Drivers must ensure that shipping papers align with the package's markings and labels for accurate documentation.

Hazardous Materials Warning Signs

Vehicles transporting hazardous materials are required to display diamond-shaped playscards on all four sides.
If the letter "G" is present in Column 1 of a shipping paper, it must include the technical name of the hazardous material.

Handling Cargo Fires and Safety Protocol

In the event of a cargo fire, avoid opening trailer doors, as this allows oxygen in, potentially escalating the fire.
If hazardous materials spill or leak, drivers should secure their vehicles and contact emergency personnel, sending someone for help if communication is not accessible.

Essential Documentation and Training

Shipping papers must be stored where they are easily accessible while the driver is seated and buckled in, like in a pouch on the driver's side door.
Drivers need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement to transport hazardous materials.

Packaging and Protection of Hazardous Materials

Containers must be braced to prevent movement during transport and must be securely packaged to contain materials fully.
Placecards should be positioned at least 3 inches away from other markings for clear visibility.

Emergency Preparedness and Equipment

The power unit of a placecarded vehicle must carry a fire extinguisher rated at least 10 B:C.
Drivers must keep an approved gas mask in their vehicle when transporting chlorine.

Safety Distances and Precautions

Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of vehicles transporting Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.
A person attending a placecarded vehicle must remain within 100 feet of it and be awake and ready to move the vehicle if necessary.

Unique Requirements for Hazardous Materials

A manifest for transporting hazardous waste must be signed by hand and includes critical documentation for compliance.
Training for hazardous materials employees is required at least every three years, covering security risks and response strategies.

Identifying Hazardous Materials

The symbol for a marine pollutant displays a fish in a white triangle with an X through it.
Hazardous materials may be indicated by specific packaging types, such as cylinder tanks or drums.

Miscellaneous Regulations

Improperly placecarded vehicles can only be moved in emergencies, emphasizing the significance of proper placarding.
Shippers must provide and ensure all necessary warning labels, shipping papers, and emergency contact details are included with packages.

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Test your knowledge on HAZMAT regulations with these flashcards focused on the safe transportation of hazardous materials, particularly explosives. Learn critical safety distances and operational guidelines for handling Class 1 explosives.