CDL · Hazardous materials
Under what circumstances must the amount of hazardous material in your load be stated on the shipping paper?
Correct answer: In every case, whatever the amount.
Answer options
- AIn every case, whatever the amount Correct
- BOnly when it reaches the reportable quantity
- COnly when it weighs more than 100 pounds
Why
Every shipping description must state the total quantity of the hazardous material and its unit of measure, such as pounds or gallons, along with how many packages there are and what kind they are. This applies to all amounts, not only to loads above a reportable quantity or a set weight.
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Topic: Hazardous materials License: CDL
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