Personnel Transportation Safety Measures Quiz

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What is the maximum number of passengers that can be transported in a semitrailer approved for training purposes?

70 passengers
60 passengers
80 passengers (correct)
90 passengers

Which of the following is NOT a required safety precaution when transporting passengers in the cargo beds of tactical and administrative trucks off the installation?

Prior to starting the vehicle, the operator must ensure all passengers are safely seated, tailgate is secure, and safety strap is in place
Passengers must be seated on the floor of the cargo bed (correct)
The cargo body is equipped with stakes or sideboards
Canvas tops are in place with the sides rolled down and secured to sides of cargo bed

What is the primary reason for prohibiting riding on the exterior of tactical vehicles and ACVs?

To comply with safety regulations (correct)
To prevent damage to the vehicle
To improve visibility for the driver
To ensure better fuel efficiency

Which of the following is NOT a required safety precaution when transporting troops in vehicles?

Passengers must be seated on the floor of the cargo bed (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the safety strap mentioned in the text?

To prevent passengers from falling out of the truck bed (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for using approved semitrailers (such as vans and personnel carriers) to transport large numbers of Soldiers for training purposes?

To comply with safety regulations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken when transporting troops in the bed of dump trucks?

Transport troops only with installed fixed seating and use positive locking devices to prevent unintentional activation of lift controls. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are 15-passenger vans not recommended for transporting pre-primary, primary, or secondary school age children?

They do not meet federally mandated safety standards required for school buses. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for operators of 15-passenger vans according to the text?

Good driving records and training on hazards associated with 15-passenger vans. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be ensured during the transportation of passengers in cargo beds on an installation?

Passengers must remain seated and wholly within the body of the vehicle. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited regarding the use of 15-passenger vans according to the text?

Transporting pre-primary, primary, or secondary school age children to and from school. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What requirement must personnel meet when being transported in cargo truckswith cargo?

They must be seated in fixed seats and cargo should be adequately secured. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What's the max passenger capacity for a training semitrailer?

The maximum passenger capacity for a semitrailer used for training purposes is 80 individuals.

Why is sitting on the floor of a cargo bed off-installation unsafe?

Passengers are not permitted to sit on the floor of a cargo bed when transported off the installation.

What's the main reason for not riding on the exterior of a tactical vehicle?

Riding on the exterior of tactical vehicles and ACVs is prohibited to comply with safety regulations.

Why are specialized semitrailers used for large-scale troop transport?

The primary reason for using approved semitrailers for large troop transport is to comply with safety regulations.