CDL Hazardous Materials Practice Test

To control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people, you should refer to...

1. The transport index and the Separation Distances Table

2. The UN shipping regulations

3. Your company guidelines

4. The manufacturer's specifications

The correct answer is: The transport index and the Separation Distances Table

The correct answer is based on the importance of understanding how to manage the risks associated with transporting radioactive materials. The transport index is a critical measurement that indicates the level of radiation emitted from a package and helps determine the safe distances required to protect people from exposure. Higher transport indices indicate higher levels of radiation and necessitate greater separation distances from individuals. The Separation Distances Table provides specific guidance on the minimum distance that should be maintained between packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" and people or other packages, ensuring safety during transportation. Using these two resources together allows for effective risk management and compliance with safety regulations, which is particularly vital when handling hazardous materials. While UN shipping regulations, company guidelines, and manufacturer’s specifications may contain useful information about the handling and transportation of hazardous materials, they do not specifically address how to calculate safe distances based on the radiation levels indicated by the transport index. Therefore, referring to the transport index and the Separation Distances Table is the foremost authority in ensuring safety from radiation hazards during transportation.