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- In the same location as the shipping paper
- In a locked fireproof safety box
- In the front glove box
- In the trailer with the product
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Emergency response information must be kept in the same location as the shipping paper.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
Law enforcement officers will randomly check placarded vehicles to be sure they are carrying emergency response information and that it is kept with the shipping paper, so be diligent about this.
- Stop 75 to 100 feet from the nearest rail
- Stop 25 to 50 feet from the nearest rail
- Stop 50 to 75 feet from the nearest rail
- None of these answers are correct
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Stop before a railroad crossing if your vehicle:
- Is placarded; or
- Carries any amount of chlorine; or
- Has cargo tanks, whether loaded or empty, used for hazardous materials. You must stop 15 to 50 feet before the nearest rail. Proceed only when you are sure no train is coming. Do not shift gears while crossing the tracks.
- Within 50 feet
- Within 25 feet
- Within 75 feet
- Within 10 feet
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Do not smoke within 25 feet of a placarded cargo tank used for Class 3 (flammable liquids) or Division 2.1 (gases). Also, do not smoke or carry a lighted cigarette, cigar or pipe within 25 feet of any vehicle that contains:
- Class 1 explosives
- Class 2.1 flammable gas
- Class 3 flammable liquids
- Class 4.1 flammable solids
- Class 4.2 spontaneously combustible
- Class 5 oxidizers
TruckingTruth's Advice:
The cab of the truck, both inside and out, is considered part of the placarded vehicle, so no smoking is allowed by the driver of the vehicle while in the cab.
- Cargo tanks are exempt from stopping at railroad crossing
- The load requires hazardous material placards
- Cargo tanks must always stop at railroad crossing whether loaded or empty
- There is more than 1,001 pounds of hazardous material loaded into the cargo tank
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Stop before a railroad crossing if your vehicle:
- Is placarded; or
- Carries any amount of chlorine; or
- Has cargo tanks, whether loaded or empty, used for hazardous materials. You must stop 15 to 50 feet before the nearest rail. Proceed only when you are sure no train is coming. Do not shift gears while crossing the tracks.
- In a fire proof box such as a small safe
- Under the passenger seat
- In the front glove box
- Within reach of the driver
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Do not accept a hazardous materials shipment without a properly prepared shipping paper. A shipping paper for hazardous material must always be easily recognized. Other people must be able to find it quickly after an accident.
- Clearly distinguish hazardous material shipping papers from others by tabbing them or keeping them on top of the stack of papers.
- When you are behind the wheel, keep shipping papers within your reach (with your seat belt on) or in a pouch on the driver's door. They must be easily seen by someone entering the cab.
- When not behind the wheel, leave shipping papers in the driver's door pouch or on the driver's seat.
- Emergency response information must be kept in the same location as the shipping paper.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
It's good practice to keep hazardous materials shipping papers in the drivers side door pocket. This area is acceptable not only while driving, but also while parked.
- Nature of the explosives transported
- All of these must be included
- Precautions to take in emergencies such as fires, accidents, or leaks
- Names and telephone numbers of people to contact (including carrier agents or shippers)
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Papers for Division 1.1, 1.2 or 1.3 Explosives A carrier must give each driver transporting Division 1.1, 1.2 or 1.3 (Class A or B) explosives a copy of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Part 397. The carrier also must give written instructions on what to do if delayed or in an accident. The written instructions must include:
- Names and telephone numbers of people to contact (including carrier agents or shippers).
- Nature of the explosives transported.
- Precautions to take in emergencies such as fires, accidents, or leaks.
Drivers must sign a receipt for these documents.
You must be familiar with and have in your possession while driving:
- Shipping papers.
- Written emergency instructions.
- Written route plan.
- Copy of FMCSR, Part 397.
- 15 to 50 feet
- 25 to 75 feet
- 50 to 100 feet
- 10 to 20 feet
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Stop before a railroad crossing if your vehicle:
- Is placarded; or
- Carries any amount of chlorine; or
- Has cargo tanks, whether loaded or empty, used for hazardous materials. You must stop 15 to 50 feet before the nearest rail. Proceed only when you are sure no train is coming. Do not shift gears while crossing the tracks.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
If there is a sign on the railroad crossing that says "exempt" or "abandoned" you do not need to stop but should still slow down and cross with caution.
- Any B:C fire extinguisher is acceptable
- UL rating of 10 B:C or more
- UL rating of 5 B:C or more
- Any A:B fire extinguisher is acceptable
Quote From The CDL Manual:
A 10 B:C Fire Extinguisher - The power unit of placarded vehicles must have a fire extinguisher with a UL rating of 10 B:C or more.
- At the beginning of each trip and every 250 miles thereafter
- At the beginning of each trip and each time the vehicle is parked
- At the beginning of each trip and every 150 miles thereafter
- At the beginning and end of each trip
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Check placarded vehicles with dual tires at the start of each trip and when ever you park. You must examine each tire at the beginning of each trip and each time the vehicle is parked. The only acceptable way to check tire pressure is to use a tire pressure gauge.
Do not drive with a tire that is leaking or flat except to the nearest safe place to repair it. Remove any overheated tire. Place it a safe distance from your vehicle. Do not drive until you correct the cause of the overheating. Remember to follow the rules about parking and attending placarded vehicles. They apply even when checking, repairing or replacing tires.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
Every time you stop, you should make a not in your logbook indicating you checked the tires.
- Someone must always be at the nozzle controlling the flow
- Someone must remain inside the vehicle
- Someone must remain within 50 feet of the vehicle
- The vehicle must remain in sight of the driver
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Refuel With Engine Off - Turn off the engine before fueling a motor vehicle containing hazardous materials. Someone must always be at the nozzle controlling fuel flow.
- Taped to the steering wheel
- On the dashboard
- In the front glove box
- On the driver's seat
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Do not accept a hazardous materials shipment without a properly prepared shipping paper. A shipping paper for hazardous material must always be easily recognized. Other people must be able to find it quickly after an accident.
- Clearly distinguish hazardous material shipping papers from others by tabbing them or keeping them on top of the stack of papers.
- When you are behind the wheel, keep shipping papers within your reach (with your seat belt on) or in a pouch on the driver's door. They must be easily seen by someone entering the cab.
- When not behind the wheel, leave shipping papers in the driver's door pouch or on the driver's seat.
- Emergency response information must be kept in the same location as the shipping paper.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
It's good practice to keep hazardous materials shipping papers in the drivers side door pocket. This area is acceptable not only while driving, but also while parked.
- Use a fire extinguisher to cool it
- Remove any overheated tire and place it a safe distance from the vehicle
- Use water to prevent a fire
- Immediately call the emergency response number you were supplied with
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Remove any overheated tire. Place it a safe distance from your vehicle. Do not drive until you correct the cause of the overheating. Remember to follow the rules about parking and attending placarded vehicles. They apply even when checking, repairing or replacing tires.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
While in the real-world you probably won't ever have the capability to remove an overheating tire yourself, you can help prevent any overheating issues in the first place by making sure all tires are in proper working condition and properly inflated. An overheating tire can be extremely dangerous, especially with hazardous materials in close proximity.
- Use a tire pressure gauge on the drive tires
- Use a tire pressure gauge on all tires
- Use a tire pressure gauge on the steer tires
- Use a tire pressure gauge on the trailer tires
Quote From The CDL Manual:
Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Check placarded vehicles with dual tires at the start of each trip and when ever you park. You must examine each tire at the beginning of each trip and each time the vehicle is parked. The only acceptable way to check tire pressure is to use a tire pressure gauge.
Do not drive with a tire that is leaking or flat except to the nearest safe place to repair it. Remove any overheated tire. Place it a safe distance from your vehicle. Do not drive until you correct the cause of the overheating. Remember to follow the rules about parking and attending placarded vehicles. They apply even when checking, repairing or replacing tires.
TruckingTruth's Advice:
On placarded vehicles, you may not use a tire thumper to determine safe air pressure. A gauge must be used.
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