Loading & TransportQuestion 31 of 80
What must you check before loading a package of hazardous material?
a.The manufacturer's stock price
b.The color of the truck
c.That the package is not leaking or damaged
d.The driver's meal schedule
Explanation
Before loading, inspect each package to make sure it is intact and not leaking. Never transport a leaking hazmat package. A damaged or leaking container must be refused or handled according to emergency procedures.
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