Quiz on Dangerous Goods Classes

Questions and Answers

What is Class 1?

Explosives (correct)

Flammable Liquids

Toxic Substances

Gases

What is Class 2?

Flammable Liquids

Explosives

Gases (correct)

Corrosive Substances

What does Class 2.1 represent?

Flammable Gas

What does Class 2.2 represent?

Non-Flammable Gas Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 2.3 represent?

Poisonous Gas Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 3 represent?

Flammable Liquids Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 4 represent?

Flammable Solids Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 5 include?

Oxidizers Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 6 represent?

Toxic and Infectious Substances Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 7 include?

Radioactive Materials Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 8 represent?

Corrosive Substances Signup and view all the answers

What does Class 9 encompass?

Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Dangerous Goods?

They are solids, liquids, gases, and biological substances that can harm people or the environment. Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of the shipper?

Identify, classify, pack, label, declare, and handle properly. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Dangerous Goods Classes

Class 1: Explosives
- Involves materials that can undergo a rapid chemical reaction, leading to fire, explosion, or projection hazards.
Class 2: Gases
- Comprises different types of gases with various danger factors:
  - 2.1 Flammable Gas: Can ignite easily, posing fire risks.
  - 2.2 Non-Flammable Gas: May cause asphyxiation through inhalation but not flammable.
  - 2.3 Poisonous Gas: Hazardous upon inhalation, can be toxic.
Class 3: Flammable Liquids
- Liquids capable of igniting and supporting combustion.
Class 4: Flammable Solids
- Includes:
  - 4.1 Flammable Solids: Easily ignites and combusts.
  - 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Solids: Can ignite without an external ignition source.
  - 4.3 Dangerous when Wet: React violently with water, producing flammable gases.
Class 5: Oxidizers (Oxidizing Agents & Organic Peroxides)
- Contains oxidizers which support combustion and organic peroxides that can ignite and support combustion too.
Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances
- Includes:
  - 6.1 Toxic Substances: Materials that are poisonous.
  - 6.2 Infectious Substances: Pose biohazard risks.
Class 7: Radioactive Materials
- Materials releasing radiation, posing risks through exposure.
Class 8: Corrosive Substances
- Substances that can dissolve organic tissue or corrode metals severely.
Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
- Covers any dangerous goods not classified in the other eight classes.

Responsibilities of the Shipper (PICHLD)

Ensure accurate identification of hazardous materials in shipments.
Classify materials according to respective danger classes.
Pack hazardous materials properly to prevent incidents.
Label packages accurately to inform handlers of contents.
Declare hazardous materials in shipping documents.
Handle materials with care, following safety protocols.

Definition of Dangerous Goods

Encompasses solids, liquids, gases, and biological substances that may cause harm to:
- Humans
- Other living organisms
- Transport conveyances
- Property
- Environment

Description

Test your knowledge on the different classes of dangerous goods. This quiz covers classifications from explosives to flammable solids, providing insights into their properties and associated hazards. Understand the significance of each class and improve your safety awareness regarding hazardous materials.