HAZMAT/Explosives Training
Developed by TSgt Jamey Villanueva (802 LRS/LGRDDO)
- 1.
No class A or B explosives can be transferred from one container or vehicle to another on any public highway, street, or road, except in an emergency.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 2.
What vehicles are preferred for general transportation of explosives?
- A.
POVs
- B.
Sedans
- C.
Cargo-type trucks
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
C. Cargo-type trucks -
- 3.
You should use a tarp every time you transport explosives?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 4.
Who should you call first if you have a vehicle malfunction?
- A.
VOCC
- B.
Mobile Maintenance
- C.
Security Forces
- D.
Wing Safety
Correct Answer
A. VOCC -
- 5.
How often should you check your tires on your truck?
- A.
Every 3 hours or 100 miles, which ever is soonest
- B.
Every 2 hours or 100 miles, which ever is soonest
- C.
Prior to start of trip only
- D.
Whenever you feel like it
Correct Answer
B. Every 2 hours or 100 miles, which ever is soonest -
- 6.
What do explosive placards provide?
- A.
A general warning to all personnel
- B.
Specific guidance to fire department personnel
- C.
Specific guidance for personnel responding to an emergency
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 7.
How many and what rating of fire extinguishers are required when transporting explosives?
- A.
3, rated suitable for any type of pyrotechnic
- B.
4, Halon 1310 series K
- C.
2, rated 2A: 10BC
- D.
1, rated Class A
Correct Answer
C. 2, rated 2A: 10BC -
- 8.
Your engine must be on and smoking is permitted in or near the vehicle during loading.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 9.
What must you never use around EXPLOSIVES or FLAMMABLE MATERIALS to warn people if your vehicle becomes disabled?
- A.
Red flares
- B.
Red electric lanterns
- C.
Red emergency reflectors
- D.
Red flags
Correct Answer
A. Red flares -
- 10.
How close to a bridge or tunnel can you park your vehicle?
- A.
200 feet except for short periods when furthering the mission requires it
- B.
300 feet except for short periods when furthering the mission requires it
- C.
200 feet, no exceptions
- D.
300 feet, no exceptions
Correct Answer
B. 300 feet except for short periods when furthering the mission requires it -
- 11.
As a professional vehicle operator, your job at the scene of an accident/incident is to
- A.
Keep people away from the area
- B.
Limit the spread of material, ONLY if you can safely do so
- C.
Communicate the danger to emergency response personnel
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 12.
What does ERG stand for?
- A.
Emergency Response Guidebook
- B.
Explosive Reconnaissance Guide
- C.
Emergency Rail Guidebook
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
A. Emergency Response Guidebook -
- 13.
Where should the shipping documents be maintained in the driver's cab?
- A.
In the glove box or under the driver's seat when driver is not in the vehicle
- B.
In a pocket on the driver's door or on the driver's seat when driver is not in the vehicle
- C.
Under the driver's seat or over the driver's sun visor
- D.
Over the driver's sun visor or in the glove box
Correct Answer
B. In a pocket on the driver's door or on the driver's seat when driver is not in the vehicle -
- 14.
Are you allowed to change a flat tire on a vehicle loaded with explosives?
- A.
Yes, as long as the load doesn't shift or put excessive strain on tie downs
- B.
Never
- C.
Yes, as long as the tie downs don't place excessive strain on the load and you have obtained clearance from Wing Safety and Security Forces personnel.
- D.
Both A and C
Correct Answer
A. Yes, as long as the load doesn't shift or put excessive strain on tie downs -
- 15.
What kind of maintenance is allowed on an explosive laden vehicle?
- A.
Overhaul
- B.
Maintenance normally related to the operation of the vehicle
- C.
Brake job
- D.
Scheduled maintenance
Correct Answer
B. Maintenance normally related to the operation of the vehicle -
- 16.
If operating a tractor-trailer and a leak is discovered, lower the landing gear, uncouple the tractor/trailer and drive the tractor at a safe distance away.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 17.
The city of San Antonio has an approved Explosive/Hazmat route.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 18.
It is authorized to have overhanging or tailgate loads of EXPLOSIVES.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 19.
When should you fuel your vehicle if transporting Explosive/Hazardous material?
- A.
During the loading process of Explosive/Hazardous material
- B.
Before loading Explosive/Hazardous material
- C.
At a heavily populated gas station off-base
- D.
Vehicle does not need fuel
Correct Answer
B. Before loading Explosive/Hazardous material -
- 20.
Packages labeled POISON cannot be loaded in the vehicle operator's cab.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
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