Question 111 of 180

Why should hazardous materials packages be secured against shifting or tipping during loading, similar to any other cargo?

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Securement rules do not apply to hazardous materials packages
Securement matters only for packages weighing over 500 pounds
Only liquid hazardous materials need to be secured, not solid ones like powders
Movement during transit could damage packaging and cause a spill or leak

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Correct answer to question 111 (Hazardous Materials): Movement during transit could damage packaging and cause a spill or leak

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Just like any cargo, hazardous materials packages need to be secured so they do not shift or tip during transit, since damage from movement could lead to a spill or release of the material.

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