Question 84 of 180

What must a driver do immediately before signing for receipt of a hazmat shipment?

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Confirm only that the total number of boxes matches, without checking anything else about the shipment itself
Confirm the shipment matches the description on the shipping papers and appears properly packaged and placarded
Confirm the shipment's insured value only
Nothing, since signing is just a formality to release the shipper

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Correct answer to question 84 (Hazardous Materials): Confirm the shipment matches the description on the shipping papers and appears properly packaged and placarded

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Signing for a shipment is effectively confirming it's correct and safe to transport, so it should follow an actual check of the papers, packaging, and placarding, not just a count of boxes.

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