Why should old or previously used placards be removed from a vehicle before it is reloaded with a different, non-matching hazardous material?
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Correct answer to question 122 (Hazardous Materials): Leftover placards from a previous load could mislead responders about the vehicle's current cargo
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A leftover placard from a prior shipment could give responders or others inaccurate information about what the vehicle currently carries, so outdated placards must be removed and replaced to match the current load.
Updated: November 2026