EmergenciesQuestion 67 of 80
If your placarded vehicle is involved in a fire, what should you generally do first?
a.Open the cargo doors to check the load
b.Pour water on any burning cargo
c.Get the vehicle to a safe place, keep people away, and call for help
d.Continue driving to the destination
Explanation
If safe, move the vehicle away from buildings and people, then keep everyone back and call the fire department. Tell them what hazardous materials are involved so they can respond correctly. Do not fight a hazmat fire unless you are trained and it is safe to do so.
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