HazMat Endorsement Hazardous Materials Transport Exam
Prep 2026/2027 | Questions & Correct Answers | Graded A+
1. Which of the following defines cargo tanks?
Railroad cars used to carry dry bulk materials
Containers that hold contents under pressure
Highway vehicles that transport hazardous materials
Freight containers used interchangeably in multiple modes of
transport
2. Which of the following should be found on shiping papers when transporting
hazardous material?
UN identification number
Proper name of the shipped materials
Hazard class of shipment
All of the above
3. What does the 'd' symbol in Column 1 of the placarding system signify?
It indicates the material is flammable.
It indicates the material is non-hazardous.
It indicates a specific type of hazardous material.
It indicates the material is corrosive.
4. Describe the key responsibilities of a driver when transporting hazardous
materials.
The driver must monitor the weather conditions during transport.
, The driver is only responsible for driving the vehicle.
The driver must ensure the safe transport of hazardous materials
and keep the shipping papers accessible.
The driver is responsible for loading and unloading the materials.
5. If the word "forbidden" is written or types in the Hazard Class or Division
column of any entry in the Hazardous Materials Table:
The product may only be transported with an escort vehicle
The carrier may not open the package or container
Never transport the product
The product must never be larger than the RQ
6. What is the required frequency for checking dual tires when transporting
hazardous materials?
At least once every two hours or 100 miles
Only at the start of the trip
Every 50 miles
Every hour
7. Why is it important to keep animals and human foodstuffs separate from
hazardous materials during transport?
To prevent contamination and ensure safety.
To save space in the vehicle.
To reduce transportation costs.
To comply with insurance policies.
,8. If you are in an accident involving hazardous materials you should:
keep all people far away and up wind of the accident
tell only the Emergency Response Team about the hazard
prevent a panic by acting like nothing is wrong
make sure the wheels can roll freely
9. What is the recommended action for a driver of a placarded vehicle when
approaching open fires?
Ignore the fire if it is small.
Avoid driving near open fires.
Drive closer to assess the situation.
Proceed as normal without concern.
10. If a shipping paper lists the ID number and hazard class before the proper
shipping name, what potential issue could arise during the transportation of
hazardous materials?
It may lead to non-compliance with regulations, risking safety and
legal consequences.
It may reduce the shipping costs.
It will not affect the transportation process.
It will ensure faster delivery of the materials.
11. If a driver is transporting hazardous materials in a cargo tank, what specific
regulation must they ensure compliance with?
Regulations that allow for the use of any type of container.
, Regulations regarding placarding and safety measures for
hazardous materials.
Regulations concerning the weight limits of cargo tanks.
Regulations that only apply to non-hazardous materials.
12. When transporting hazardous loads, you must check the tires at least...
Twice every day
Every six hours
Every 200 miles
Every two hours or 100 miles
13. If a driver encounters a materials table where several substances are
italicized, how should they interpret this information when preparing for
transport?
The driver should refer to the roman type above the italicized
substances to find the proper shipping names.
The driver should disregard the italicized names entirely.
The driver should assume all italicized names are new classifications.
The driver can use the italicized names as the proper shipping names.
14. What does the '+' symbol indicate in the hazardous materials table?
The material is restricted for certain types of transport.
The proper shipping name without regard whether the material
meets the definition of that class.
The material is safe for transport.
The material is exempt from regulations.
Prep 2026/2027 | Questions & Correct Answers | Graded A+
1. Which of the following defines cargo tanks?
Railroad cars used to carry dry bulk materials
Containers that hold contents under pressure
Highway vehicles that transport hazardous materials
Freight containers used interchangeably in multiple modes of
transport
2. Which of the following should be found on shiping papers when transporting
hazardous material?
UN identification number
Proper name of the shipped materials
Hazard class of shipment
All of the above
3. What does the 'd' symbol in Column 1 of the placarding system signify?
It indicates the material is flammable.
It indicates the material is non-hazardous.
It indicates a specific type of hazardous material.
It indicates the material is corrosive.
4. Describe the key responsibilities of a driver when transporting hazardous
materials.
The driver must monitor the weather conditions during transport.
, The driver is only responsible for driving the vehicle.
The driver must ensure the safe transport of hazardous materials
and keep the shipping papers accessible.
The driver is responsible for loading and unloading the materials.
5. If the word "forbidden" is written or types in the Hazard Class or Division
column of any entry in the Hazardous Materials Table:
The product may only be transported with an escort vehicle
The carrier may not open the package or container
Never transport the product
The product must never be larger than the RQ
6. What is the required frequency for checking dual tires when transporting
hazardous materials?
At least once every two hours or 100 miles
Only at the start of the trip
Every 50 miles
Every hour
7. Why is it important to keep animals and human foodstuffs separate from
hazardous materials during transport?
To prevent contamination and ensure safety.
To save space in the vehicle.
To reduce transportation costs.
To comply with insurance policies.
,8. If you are in an accident involving hazardous materials you should:
keep all people far away and up wind of the accident
tell only the Emergency Response Team about the hazard
prevent a panic by acting like nothing is wrong
make sure the wheels can roll freely
9. What is the recommended action for a driver of a placarded vehicle when
approaching open fires?
Ignore the fire if it is small.
Avoid driving near open fires.
Drive closer to assess the situation.
Proceed as normal without concern.
10. If a shipping paper lists the ID number and hazard class before the proper
shipping name, what potential issue could arise during the transportation of
hazardous materials?
It may lead to non-compliance with regulations, risking safety and
legal consequences.
It may reduce the shipping costs.
It will not affect the transportation process.
It will ensure faster delivery of the materials.
11. If a driver is transporting hazardous materials in a cargo tank, what specific
regulation must they ensure compliance with?
Regulations that allow for the use of any type of container.
, Regulations regarding placarding and safety measures for
hazardous materials.
Regulations concerning the weight limits of cargo tanks.
Regulations that only apply to non-hazardous materials.
12. When transporting hazardous loads, you must check the tires at least...
Twice every day
Every six hours
Every 200 miles
Every two hours or 100 miles
13. If a driver encounters a materials table where several substances are
italicized, how should they interpret this information when preparing for
transport?
The driver should refer to the roman type above the italicized
substances to find the proper shipping names.
The driver should disregard the italicized names entirely.
The driver should assume all italicized names are new classifications.
The driver can use the italicized names as the proper shipping names.
14. What does the '+' symbol indicate in the hazardous materials table?
The material is restricted for certain types of transport.
The proper shipping name without regard whether the material
meets the definition of that class.
The material is safe for transport.
The material is exempt from regulations.
