CDL Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME)Hazardous Materials RegulationsHard
A driver is transporting a bulk shipment of gasoline (UN1203, Class 3, PG II). What is the minimum distance the driver must park from the traveled portion of a public roadway if the vehicle is unattended and not at a fueling stop or rest area?
- A10 feet
- B50 feet
- C5 feet
- D25 feet
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. 5 feet
According to FMCSA regulations (49 CFR 397.7(b)), a driver transporting Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 (Explosives) or other placarded hazardous materials (including Class 3 Flammable Liquids) must not park on or within 5 feet of the traveled portion of a public roadway, except for brief periods incident to the transportation.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. 10 feet is not the specified minimum distance for parking from the traveled portion of the roadway.
- B. 50 feet is often cited for parking from specific locations like open flames or residential areas for certain materials, not the general roadway distance.
- D. 25 feet is often cited for parking from bridges, tunnels, or buildings, not specifically the traveled portion of the roadway.
HazMat Parking Distance (Roadway)
Drivers transporting placarded hazardous materials must not park on or within 5 feet of the traveled portion of a public roadway, except for brief periods required for operations.
- Applies to all placarded HazMat vehicles.
- Minimum distance from the active road.
- Aims to prevent traffic hazards and mitigate incident impact.
- Different rules apply for parking near bridges, tunnels, or occupied buildings.
Memory trick: Five feet from the road, keep your HazMat load!