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Question:

Why should you keep any hazardous material shipping paper on view in the cab at all times?

Answer: So emergency services can easily find it

Explanation
Always have hazmat shipping papers in plain view, even when you’re not in the vehicle. If there is an accident and you are unconscious, emergency services will need to know exactly what is in your load. Even if away from the truck (for example eating), leave the paperwork somewhere easily accessible in case there should be an incident.
This question is in Section 1: General Knowledge of our CDL Test Guide. Explore now!
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