- 1. What must a hazardous material driver have before transporting chemicals?
A) Vehicle insurance only
B) Private driver’s licence
C) Medical certificate confirming fitness and police clearance
D) Proof of fuel purchase - 2. What is the recommended action if a hazardous fire cannot be controlled safely?
A) Use water regardless of type
B) Stay close and monitor
C) Evacuate surrounding area
D) Attempt to pour chemicals on it - 3. What training should drivers and staff undergo regarding hazardous materials?
A) Driving theory only
B) First aid only
C) Regular HazMat emergency training and drills
D) Navigation skills only - 4. What is an important equipment item to have in a vehicle carrying hazardous materials?
A) Only GPS
B) Spill containment kit
C) Extra seats
D) Fire axe only - 5. Which agency requires tanker companies to run regular emergency response drills in Kenya?
A) KCAA
B) KBS
C) EPRA (Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority)
D) NEMA - 6. Which PPE item protects the eyes during hazardous material handling?
A) Gloves
B) Goggles
C) Helmet
D) Flame-resistant jacket - 7. Which item is critical to alert others of a hazardous spill area?
A) Fire extinguisher
B) Safety gloves
C) Warning signs, cones, or tape
D) Headlights - 8. What should be avoided near hazardous spills?
A) PPE usage
B) Evacuation
C) Smoking, open flames, or sparking equipment
D) Using absorbent pads - 9. Which type of hazardous vehicle is used for large containers difficult to enclose?
A) Tank trucks
B) Box trucks
C) Flatbed trucks
D) Vans - 10. Which hazardous vehicle typically carries packaged gases, powders, or chemicals?
A) Tank truck
B) Box truck / Van
C) Flatbed truck
D) Rail tanker - 11. What is a key risk during hazardous material transport?
A) Flat tires
B) Engine overheating
C) Fires, explosions, and toxic exposure
D) Low fuel - 12. Which system in a vehicle absorbs shocks from the road?
A) Braking system
B) Suspension system
C) Transmission system
D) Electrical system - 13. What does the steering system allow a driver to do?
A) Start the engine
B) Control the direction of the vehicle
C) Change gear speed
D) Stop the vehicle - 14. Which type of brake prevents wheel lock during emergency braking?
A) Drum brakes
B) Hydraulic brakes
C) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
D) Parking brake - 15. What is the main purpose of the ignition switch/start button?
A) Operate wipers
B) Activate hazard lights
C) Start the engine
D) Control headlights - 16. What is the main purpose of the chassis in a vehicle?
A) Provide passenger comfort
B) Support all major components such as engine and suspension
C) Store fuel
D) Control steering - 17. Which part of the vehicle protects occupants and gives it its shape?
A) Engine
B) Transmission
C) Body
D) Chassis - 18. Which of the following is NOT part of a vehicle’s body?
A) Doors
B) Roof
C) Engine
D) Boot (trunk) - 19. What type of energy does the engine convert to move the vehicle?
A) Electrical energy
B) Mechanical energy
C) Solar energy
D) Thermal energy - 20. Which of these is a component of the transmission system?
A) Gearbox
B) Fuel tank
C) Dashboard
D) Headlights - 21. What is the primary function of a vehicle’s suspension system?
A) Store fuel
B) Control engine speed
C) Absorb shocks and provide stability
D) Display speed - 22. Which type of braking system prevents wheels from locking in an emergency?
A) Drum brakes
B) Hydraulic brakes
C) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
D) Parking brake - 23. What is the main function of the steering system?
A) Start the engine
B) Control acceleration
C) Control the direction of the vehicle
D) Operate lights - 24. Which component provides power for lights, wipers, and the battery?
A) Transmission system
B) Electrical system
C) Braking system
D) Chassis - 25. What is the purpose of the accelerator (gas pedal)?
A) Stop the vehicle
B) Operate wipers
C) Increase engine speed and vehicle movement
D) Activate indicators - 26. Which hand control prevents the vehicle from rolling when parked?
A) Gear lever
B) Indicator lever
C) Handbrake / Parking brake
D) Horn - 27. What is the correct hand position on a steering wheel?
A) 12 and 6 o’clock
B) 1 and 7 o’clock
C) 10 and 2 or 9 and 3 positions
D) 11 and 5 o’clock - 28. Which dashboard instrument shows the total distance a vehicle has traveled?
A) Speedometer
B) Fuel gauge
C) Temperature gauge
D) Odometer - 29. Which safety feature protects occupants in case of collision?
A) Air conditioning
B) Seat belts
C) Radio
D) Gear lever - 30. Which vehicle type is used to transport liquids like fuel or chemicals?
A) Box truck
B) Flatbed truck
C) Rail tank car
D) Tank truck
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