Bystanders begin approaching your placarded vehicle after a minor collision. What should you do?
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Correct answer to question 55 (Hazardous Materials): Warn them to stay back and keep them away from the vehicle until you know it's safe
Why
Even a minor collision can damage a hazmat container in ways that aren't obvious right away, so keeping bystanders back is the safer default until it's confirmed there's no hazard.
Updated: November 2026