Oregon HazMat Practice Test (OR) 2

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Sample Oregon HazMat Test Questions

Question 1

Which method meets the loading rule for cylinders containing Class 2 gases?

  1. A Stand every cylinder upright without additional restraint
  2. B Lay the cylinders loose on a flat cargo floor
  3. C Use surrounding freight to keep the cylinders in place
  4. D Securely restrain them upright or horizontally, use racks, or pack them in boxes or crates

Correct answer: D – Securely restrain them upright or horizontally, use racks, or pack them in boxes or crates

Federal rules require Class 2 gas cylinders to be securely restrained upright or horizontally, loaded in racks, or packed in boxes or crates to prevent shifting, overturning, or ejection. A vehicle without a floor or platform must have suitable securing racks. When a pressure-relief device is installed on a cylinder containing Division 2.1 flammable gas, it must communicate with the vapor space.

Source: 49 CFR § 177.840(a)(1) — Class 2 (gases) materials.

Question 2

Before beginning a hazardous-materials trip, which location-dependent requirement should the driver check?

  1. A Whether placards may be removed on restricted routes
  2. B Whether a special route eliminates the need for shipping papers
  3. C Whether permits are required only for radioactive cargo
  4. D Whether permits, exemptions, or designated hazardous-materials routes apply

Correct answer: D – Whether permits, exemptions, or designated hazardous-materials routes apply

Some hazardous-material shipments require special permits or exemptions, and particular jurisdictions may designate or restrict routes. The Oregon manual directs drivers to determine the requirements for every place in which they will operate. A permit or designated route does not replace required shipping papers, placards, or other hazardous-material controls.

Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual — § 9, “Hazardous Materials”

Question 3

At what maximum interval must a hazmat employee receive recurrent hazardous-materials training and testing?

  1. A Every year
  2. B Every three years
  3. C Every five years
  4. D Only when requested by the employer

Correct answer: B – Every three years

Federal rules require recurrent training and testing for hazmat employees at least once every three years. The training must address the employee’s hazardous-material functions and applicable safety and security subjects. Employer discretion does not eliminate the three-year maximum interval.

Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual — § 9, “Hazardous Materials”, 49 CFR § 172.704(c)(2) — Training requirements.

Question 4

Except at a crossing where a stop is not required, how far from the nearest rail must a covered hazardous-materials vehicle stop?

  1. A 10 to 20 feet
  2. B 15 to 20 feet
  3. C 15 to 50 feet
  4. D 20 to 50 feet

Correct answer: C – 15 to 50 feet

Federal rules require a covered commercial vehicle to stop within 50 feet of, but not closer than 15 feet to, the railroad tracks. The driver must look and listen for a train and cross in a gear that allows completion without shifting. Exceptions include certain crossings controlled by an officer, a green traffic signal, or an exempt or abandoned-crossing sign.

Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual — § 9.6.12, “Stop before Railroad Crossings”, 49 CFR § 392.10(a)–(b) — Railroad grade crossings; stopping required.

Question 5

What does the transport index shown on a RADIOACTIVE YELLOW-II or YELLOW-III package indicate?

  1. A The package’s gross weight
  2. B The degree of control needed during transportation
  3. C The package’s permitted travel time
  4. D The number of placards required

Correct answer: B – The degree of control needed during transportation

The transport index helps determine the controls needed for Class 7 packages, including package grouping and separation from people, animals, and undeveloped film. Federal rules generally limit the combined transport index in a vehicle or single storage group to 50, although specified exclusive-use shipments are excepted. It is not a weight, travel-time, or placard count.

Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual — § 9.4, “Class 7 (Radioactive) Materials”, 49 CFR § 177.842(a)–(b) — Class 7 (radioactive) material.

Question 6

If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, how far should you move the vehicle?

  1. A Only in an upwind direction
  2. B No more than 100 feet
  3. C No more than 500 feet
  4. D No farther than safety requires

Correct answer: D – No farther than safety requires

The Oregon manual says not to move a leaking hazardous-materials vehicle any farther than safety requires. Moving off the roadway or away from a gathering place may be appropriate only when it can be done without danger. Do not continue driving to find a telephone or assistance. Park, secure the area, remain at the scene, and call or send for help.

Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual — § 9.7.3, “Fires”

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