CDL · Hazardous materials
A placarded vehicle must not be driven near an open fire except under one condition. What is that condition?
Correct answer: You can get past the fire safely without stopping.
Answer options
- AYour vehicle carries an extra fire extinguisher
- BYour hazard flashers are on as you approach
- CYou can get past the fire safely without stopping Correct
Why
Stopping close to flames could let the fire reach the hazardous cargo, so a placarded vehicle may go near an open fire only if it can keep moving and pass it safely.
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Topic: Hazardous materials License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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