CDL · Hazardous materials
Your vehicle is loaded with explosives and has to stop along the road. What may you use to warn approaching traffic?
Correct answer: Reflective warning triangles.
Answer options
- AReflective warning triangles Correct
- BLit fusees
- CLiquid-fueled burning flares
Why
Anything that makes a flame, such as burning flares or fusees, could ignite an explosive load and must not be used around it. Reflective triangles warn other drivers just as well without any fire risk.
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Topic: Hazardous materials License: CDL
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