Which of the following is true of the Emergency Response Guidebook used by first responders to HazMat situations?
Answer: A
The guidebook is organized by hazardous material classification number.
The ERG was written by the US Department of Transportation and is used across the entire nation. The guidebook is a quick reference for firefighters and EMS personnel to inform them of how to react to each hazard classification.
All choices
- AThe guidebook is organized by hazardous material classification number.
- BThe guidebook is only used for certain states within the US.
- CThe guidebook was written by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.
Why the other answers are wrong
B. The guidebook is only used for certain states within the US.
The Emergency Response Guidebook is used nationwide, not limited to certain states.
C. The guidebook was written by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.
The guidebook was written by the US Department of Transportation, not the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.
CDL HAZMAT Test Info
Questions on Exam
30
Passing Score
80%
Time Limit
Typically 30 minutes; varies by testing location
The HAZMAT test content is federally standardized, so this question applies in every state. Age limits, fees, and testing procedures do vary — check your state's CDL requirements.
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