CDL · Tank vehicles
At what points should a tank vehicle be inspected?
Correct answer: Before it is loaded, driven, or unloaded.
Answer options
- AOnly before it is driven
- BBefore it is loaded, driven, or unloaded Correct
- COnly before it is loaded or driven
Why
Inspections belong at every stage of the job: before the tank is filled, before it goes on the road, and before it is emptied. Each check confirms that the tank can hold its product safely and that the truck is fit to drive.
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Topic: Tank vehicles License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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This question is part of Tank Inspection, Loading and Outage (20 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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