Tank Vehicles · Question 31

Question 31 of 120

Before loading a flammable liquid into a tank vehicle, why is a bonding or grounding cable connected between the tank and the loading rack?

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Correct answer to question 31 (Tank Vehicles): To equalize static electricity between the tank and the rack so a spark doesn't ignite vapors

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Moving flammable liquid can build up static electricity, and a spark from that static is enough to ignite vapors, so bonding the tank to the rack drains that charge safely before product starts flowing.

Updated: November 2026

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