CDL · Tank vehicles
Before you take a tank vehicle out on the road, what should you do first?
Correct answer: Carry out a full inspection of the vehicle.
Answer options
- AConfirm that every required placard is posted
- BCheck that the fuel level is high enough
- CCarry out a full inspection of the vehicle Correct
Why
Before a tank vehicle is loaded, unloaded or driven, it needs to be inspected. The inspection tells you whether it is safe to operate and suitable for hauling liquid or gas cargo.
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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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