Loading & TransportQuestion 37 of 80
When loading a cargo tank with flammable liquids, why is bonding and grounding important?
a.To keep the liquid warm
b.To prevent static electricity from causing a spark and igniting vapors
c.To speed up the pumping
d.To reduce the weight of the load
Explanation
Flowing liquid can build up a static electric charge that could spark and ignite flammable vapors. Bonding and grounding connect the tank and the loading equipment so the charge drains away safely. This is essential when loading or unloading flammable liquids.
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