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Which materials of construction are identified in the code for composite packagings?
Which materials of construction are identified in the code for composite packagings?
- Inner lining only
- Outer casing only
- Inner lining and letters only
- Both inner lining and outer casing (correct)
What is the distinguishing feature of identification codes for composite packagings?
What is the distinguishing feature of identification codes for composite packagings?
- Letters only
- Additional digits (correct)
- Letters and barcode representation
- Different colors
What is the general format of UN specification markings?
What is the general format of UN specification markings?
- Barcode representation
- Three sections for different information (correct)
- Aesthetic appeal only
- Alphanumeric characters only
What is the importance of UN specification markings in the transportation of hazardous materials?
What is the importance of UN specification markings in the transportation of hazardous materials?
When should hazmat employees undergo recurrent training?
When should hazmat employees undergo recurrent training?
Under what circumstances is a phone report required for hazmat incidents?
Under what circumstances is a phone report required for hazmat incidents?
Why must any unintentional release from a package be reported in writing?
Why must any unintentional release from a package be reported in writing?
Why is it important to report an 'undeclared' shipment of hazardous materials?
Why is it important to report an 'undeclared' shipment of hazardous materials?
When is a written report to the DOT necessary for hazmat incidents?
When is a written report to the DOT necessary for hazmat incidents?
What must be displayed after the maximum gross mass when packaging is intended for solid materials?
What must be displayed after the maximum gross mass when packaging is intended for solid materials?
What does the number after the specific gravity indicate?
What does the number after the specific gravity indicate?
If no number is present, what specific gravities can the packaging hold?
If no number is present, what specific gravities can the packaging hold?
What information does the UN specification marking provide after the 'S' or hydrostatic test pressure?
What information does the UN specification marking provide after the 'S' or hydrostatic test pressure?
What must be marked on drums and jerricans intended for reuse or reconditioning?
What must be marked on drums and jerricans intended for reuse or reconditioning?
Are units of measure required to be marked on the packaging?
Are units of measure required to be marked on the packaging?
What may be marked on the packaging for IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers)?
What may be marked on the packaging for IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers)?
How does the UN specification marking for IBCs differ from non-bulk packaging markings?
How does the UN specification marking for IBCs differ from non-bulk packaging markings?
What is the primary purpose of GHS?
What is the primary purpose of GHS?
In case of exposure to a chemical with GHS labeling, who might need the information provided by the labeling?
In case of exposure to a chemical with GHS labeling, who might need the information provided by the labeling?
How does GHS contribute to making it easier for those handling chemicals to understand associated risks?
How does GHS contribute to making it easier for those handling chemicals to understand associated risks?
What is the purpose of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
What is the purpose of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
