1.
A material’s hazard class reflects:
the methods for handling spills or leaks in the absence of fires.
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the emergency response information related to the material.
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the risks associated with the material.
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the type of packaging required to transport the material.
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2.
An "X" or an "RQ" in the HM column of the shipping paper entry means that:
the driver must receive a special HR training before driving the vehicle.
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the hazardous materials listed on that line of the shipping paper must be sealed.
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the shipment is regulated by the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).
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the materials listed on that line of the shipping paper must be loaded so there is a high center of gravity.
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3.
Which of the following is a common cause of truck fires?
Short circuits due to loose connections.
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loose fuel connections.
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Under-inflated tires and duals that touch.
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All of the above.
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4.
When stopping you should push the brake pedal down:
as hard as you can.
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gradually.
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quickly.
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repeatedly.
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5.
Which of these statements about using your mirrors is FALSE?
You should use your mirrors to spot overtaking vehicles.
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When driving, you should check mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you.
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There are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you.
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None of the above.
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6.
Brake fade results from, and is affected by:
excessive heat caused by using the brakes too much.
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brakes out of adjustment.
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excessive heat caused by not relying on the engine braking effect.
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All of the above.
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7.
If your vehicle is placarded, carries any amount of chlorine or has cargo tanks used for hazardous materials, you must stop _______ feet before the nearest railroad track.
50 to 100
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100 to 200
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15 to 50
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5 to 15
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8.
To find out if a shipment includes hazardous materials, you should:
look for a hazardous material spill.
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look at the shipping papers.
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carefully inspect every package and container.
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Turn your engine off, then check the cargo.
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9.
Which of the following is NOT something you must know in order to determine if you need to use placards?
The manufacturing date of the materials.
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The material's hazard class.
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The amount of hazardous material being shipped.
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The amount of all hazardous materials of all classes on your vehicle.
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10.
Placards are used:
to warn others of hazardous materials.
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to warn other drivers about the risks of tailgating.
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to protect the accident area.
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to warn other drivers when the load on the vehicle extends 4 feet or more beyond the rear of the body.
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