HAZMAT Transportation Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following are types of hazmat transportation? (Select all that apply)

Space

Sea (correct)

Land (highway/rail) (correct)

Air (correct)

Define hazmat.

Any material or substance capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported.

What training does the HAZMAT Familiarization and Safety in Transportation course provide? (Select all that apply)

Applicability and responsibility (correct)

Technical writing

Emergency response (correct)

General awareness/familiarization (correct)

What is the function of a DD Form 626?

To verify driver documentation and inspect vehicles before and immediately after loading with hazmat. Signup and view all the answers

What does the inspector look for during the vehicle inspection?

Driver's license, vehicle's operating condition (brakes, tires, windshield wipers, mirrors, etc.). Signup and view all the answers

Who inspects the vehicle?

Specifically trained personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What are the vehicle requirements to pass inspection?

Requirements are listed on DD Form 626. Signup and view all the answers

How many times is the vehicle inspected during the transportation process? (Select all that apply)

Before it's unloaded Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the vehicle does not pass inspection?

The vehicle is not loaded until it is repaired or another vehicle that can pass inspection is provided. Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the DD Form 626 may be used as a guide to pre-inspect the vehicle before leaving the motor pool?

Section II. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different hazard classes?

Classes include: 1 Explosives, 2 Gases, 3 Flammable liquids, 4 Flammable solids, 5 Oxidizers, 6 Toxic materials, 7 Radioactive materials, 8 Corrosive materials, 9 Miscellaneous hazards. Signup and view all the answers

What is a compatibility group?

Materials can be safely transported and stored together without creating a greater hazard. Signup and view all the answers

How can one identify hazard classes?

By checking the shipping papers, package labels, and placards. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of hazard class knowledge for HAZMAT employees?

It allows for safe transport or storage of hazardous materials and aids in proper emergency response. Signup and view all the answers

What could happen when hazardous materials that react dangerously are transported together?

They can produce other hazards, such as toxic vapors. Signup and view all the answers

What is a hazard class division?

It identifies different types of hazards within a hazard class. Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of HC 1 divisions.

1.1 Mass explosion hazard, 1.2 Fragmentation hazard, 1.3 Fire hazard. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Hazmat Transportation

Hazmat can be transported by highway, rail, sea, and air.

Definition of Hazmat

Hazmat refers to any material or substance that poses an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property during transportation.

HAZMAT Familiarization and Safety in Transportation Course Training

Covers applicability and responsibility, emergency response, general awareness, and security awareness.

DD Form 626 Function

Used by Quality Assurance Specialist-Ammunition Surveillance (QASAS) for vehicle inspection and driver documentation verification.
Driver retains a copy for shipping papers.
Utilized by receiving ASP or depot for pre-unloading inspections.

Vehicle Inspection Criteria

Inspectors check driver’s license and vehicle operating conditions, including brakes, tires, mirrors, and windshield wipers.

Inspector Qualifications

Inspections are conducted by specifically trained personnel.

Vehicle Inspection Requirements

The DD Form 626 specifies the criteria a vehicle must meet to pass inspection.

Vehicle Inspection Frequency

Vehicles are inspected before loading, after loading, and before unloading.

Consequences of Failing Vehicle Inspection

Vehicles that do not pass inspection cannot be loaded until repaired or replaced.

Pre-Inspection Guide

Section II of the DD Form 626 serves as a guide for pre-inspection before leaving the motor pool.

Hazard Classes Overview

Nine hazard classes categorize hazardous materials based on their characteristics:
- Class 1: Explosives
- Class 2: Gases (e.g., Acetylene, oxygen)
- Class 3: Flammable liquids (e.g., Acetone)
- Class 4: Flammable solids and reactive materials
- Class 5: Oxidizers and organic peroxides (e.g., ammonium nitrate)
- Class 6: Toxic and infectious materials (e.g., arsenic trioxide)
- Class 7: Radioactive materials (e.g., different forms of uranium)
- Class 8: Corrosives (e.g., hydrochloric acid)
- Class 9: Miscellaneous hazardous materials (e.g., dry ice)

Compatibility Group Definition

Compatibility groups allow safe transportation and storage of materials without increased hazards, identified by letters under HC 1.

Identifying Hazard Classes

Hazard classes are identified through shipping papers, package labels, and placards, providing essential safety information.

Importance of Hazard Class Knowledge

Understanding hazard classes helps HAZMAT employees transport materials safely and allows first responders to manage emergencies effectively.

Dangerous Reactions Between Hazmat

Certain hazardous materials can react dangerously if mixed; for instance, bleach and ammonia create toxic vapors.

Hazard Class Divisions

Some hazard classes are divided into further categories identifying specific types of hazards (e.g., HC 1 explosives have various hazards like fragmentation and fire).

HC Division Insights

Division examples under HC 1 include:
- 1.1: Mass explosion hazards (bombs)
- 1.2: Fragmentation hazards (certain grenades)
- 1.3: Fire hazards (propellants)
- 1.4: Minor explosion hazards (small arms ammunition)
- 1.5: Very intensive explosives (blasting agents)
- 1.6: Extremely intensive explosives without mass explosive hazard.

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