SD CDL - South Dakota Commercial Drivers License Hazardous Materials Regulations Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following descriptions on a hazardous materials shipping paper is in the correct order according to regulations?
- Gasoline, 3, UN1203, PG II
- UN1993, Flammable Liquid, n.o.s., 3, PG III
- Corrosive Liquid, 8, UN1760
- UN1017, Chlorine, 2.3, PG I (Correct answer)
Correct answer: UN1017, Chlorine, 2.3, PG I
According to 49 CFR 172.202, the basic description of a hazardous material on shipping papers must be in a specific sequence: (1) Identification Number, (2) Proper Shipping Name, (3) Hazard Class or Division, and (4) Packing Group. 'UN1017, Chlorine, 2.3, PG I' is the only option that follows this mandatory sequence.
Question 2: A driver is transporting 1,200 lbs of a hazardous material listed on Table 2 of the placarding regulations. What is the placarding requirement for this load?
- Placards are not required as the weight is under 2,000 lbs.
- A 'DANGEROUS' placard must be used.
- Placards must be displayed on all four sides of the vehicle. (Correct answer)
- Placards are only required on the front and rear of the vehicle.
Correct answer: Placards must be displayed on all four sides of the vehicle.
According to 49 CFR 172.504, for hazardous materials listed in Table 2, placards are required on each side and each end of the transport vehicle when the aggregate gross weight is 454 kg (1,001 lbs) or more. Since 1,200 lbs exceeds this threshold, the vehicle must be placarded on all four sides.
Question 3: According to the Segregation Table for Hazardous Materials (49 CFR 177.848), which of the following material combinations is strictly forbidden to be loaded, transported, or stored together on the same vehicle?
- Class 8 (Corrosives) and Class 3 (Flammable Liquids)
- Division 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible) and Class 8 (Corrosive) liquids (Correct answer)
- Division 1.1 (Explosives) and Division 1.5 (Very Insensitive Explosives)
- Class 7 (Radioactive) and food materials
Correct answer: Division 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible) and Class 8 (Corrosive) liquids
The Segregation Table at 49 CFR 177.848(d) indicates with an 'X' that Division 4.2 materials and Class 8 liquids may not be loaded, transported, or stored together. This is because their interaction could be dangerously reactive.
Question 4: While transporting hazardous materials, you discover a slow leak from one of the containers. After stopping in a safe, isolated area, what is one of your immediate and primary responsibilities?
- Attempt to patch the leak using available tools.
- Notify local emergency responders and your carrier. (Correct answer)
- Drive immediately to the nearest truck stop for help.
- Wait for one hour to see if the leak stops on its own.
Correct answer: Notify local emergency responders and your carrier.
In any hazmat emergency, a driver's first priorities are safety and communication. After securing the scene, the driver must notify authorities (like 911) and their employer/carrier. This ensures a proper and timely response from trained personnel.
Question 5: A driver is preparing to unload a placarded load of Class 3 (Flammable Liquid). According to 49 CFR 177.834, what specific action is prohibited within 25 feet of the vehicle during this process?
- Using a two-way radio.
- Listening to the vehicle's stereo.
- Leaving the vehicle unattended.
- Smoking or having any open flame. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Smoking or having any open flame.
Regulation 49 CFR 177.834(c) explicitly forbids smoking on or about any motor vehicle while loading or unloading any Class 3 (flammable liquid) materials. This rule is in place to prevent ignition of flammable vapors.
Question 6: When must a driver carrying hazardous materials keep the shipping papers in a pouch on the driver's door or on the driver's seat?
- Only when loading or unloading the material.
- At all times while the vehicle is in motion.
- Whenever the driver is out of the vehicle. (Correct answer)
- Only when stopped at a weigh station or for inspection.
Correct answer: Whenever the driver is out of the vehicle.
Hazardous materials regulations require that shipping papers be readily accessible to emergency responders. When the driver is not in the vehicle, the papers must be placed on the driver's seat or in the driver's side door pouch to be easily found in an emergency.
SD CDL - South Dakota Commercial Drivers License Hazardous Materials Regulations Questions and Answers
Which of the following descriptions on a hazardous materials shipping paper is in the correct order according to regulations?