Loading & TransportQuestion 25 of 80
Why should you never smoke while loading or unloading hazardous materials?
a.A spark or flame could ignite flammable materials or vapors
b.It slows down the loading process
c.Smoking stains the packages
d.It violates the driver's logbook rules
Explanation
Smoking near hazardous materials, especially flammable liquids, gases, explosives, and oxidizers, can ignite vapors and cause a fire or explosion. Keep all ignition sources at least 25 feet away when handling these materials. No smoking signs should be posted at loading areas.
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