- 1. What is the main purpose of the chassis in a vehicle?
A) Houses the battery and lights
B) Supports all major components such as engine, transmission, suspension, wheels, and body
C) Controls vehicle speed
D) Contains the fuel system - 2. Which part of the vehicle protects occupants and gives it shape?
A) Chassis
B) Engine
C) Body
D) Suspension - 3. Which of the following is a hybrid or electric motor classified as?
A) Suspension system
B) Engine power unit
C) Braking system
D) Steering mechanism - 4. What does the transmission system include?
A) Accelerator and brake pedals
B) Gearbox, clutch, differential, driveshaft
C) Seats and mirrors
D) Fuel pump and tank - 5. What is the main function of the brake pedal?
A) Start the engine
B) Slow down or stop the vehicle
C) Disconnect engine from transmission
D) Switch on headlights - 6. Hands should be positioned at which points on the steering wheel?
A) 12 and 6
B) 10 and 2 or 9 and 3
C) 8 and 4
D) 1 and 7 - 7. Which dashboard instrument shows total distance travelled by the vehicle?
A) Fuel gauge
B) Speedometer
C) Temperature gauge
D) Odometer - 8. Which vehicle safety feature is designed to reduce injury during collisions?
A) Steering wheel
B) Seat belts
C) Clutch pedal
D) Gear lever - 9. What is the purpose of hazard placards on hazardous materials vehicles?
A) Record driver shifts
B) Indicate vehicle speed
C) Indicate the class of hazard (flammable, toxic, explosive, etc.)
D) Show tyre pressure - 10. Which vehicles typically transport liquids like fuel or chemicals?
A) Flatbed trucks
B) Box trucks
C) Tank trucks
D) Rail tank cars - 11. UN numbers on hazardous material vehicles are used to:
A) Indicate driver age
B) Identify specific substances
C) Show maximum speed
D) Identify tyre type - 12. Which fire extinguisher type is ideal for electrical fires?
A) Water extinguisher
B) Foam extinguisher
C) CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide) extinguisher
D) Wet chemical extinguisher - 13. What is an essential safety measure when handling a chemical spill?
A) Use any available tool
B) Wash immediately with soap only
C) Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and mask/respirator
D) Ignore if the spill is small - 14. During a hazardous material vehicle fire, what should you NOT use?
A) Foam extinguisher
B) Dry powder extinguisher
C) Water on reactive chemicals, flammable liquids, or electrical fires
D) CO₂ extinguisher - 15. How should people be moved during a hazardous material evacuation?
A) Upwind of the hazard
B) Downwind to monitor fumes
C) Towards the hazard to assist
D) Only indoors - 16. What should be used to prevent hazardous material from reaching drains or water sources?
A) Fire extinguisher only
B) Water
C) Sand, soil, or absorbent pads
D) Cloth rags - 17. Which of the following is part of emergency documentation for hazardous material incidents?
A) Vehicle tyre type
B) Driver’s license number
C) Type of material involved, quantity spilled, cause, and actions taken
D) Vehicle color - 18. Which authority should reports of hazardous material incidents be submitted to in Kenya?
A) EPRA only
B) Police only
C) KCAA only
D) NEMA (National Environment Management Authority) and your company - 19. What is the minimum age for drivers of special heavy goods vehicles transporting hazardous materials in Kenya?
A) 25 years
B) 30 years
C) 18 years
D) 21 years - 20. Which of the following is required for drivers transporting hazardous goods in Kenya?
A) Private driver’s licence
B) Motorcycle endorsement
C) HazMat endorsement and commercial driver’s licence
D) Taxi permit - 21. What is the purpose of a Transport Emergency Card?
A) Lists vehicle registration only
B) Tracks fuel consumption
C) Provides essential information about hazardous materials for emergency responders
D) Shows speed limits - 22. Which personal protective equipment is recommended when handling hazardous materials?
A) Sunglasses only
B) Regular clothing
C) Gloves, goggles, mask/respirator, and flame-resistant clothing
D) Open sandals - 23. During a hazardous material accident, how far should people be evacuated for flammable liquids?
A) 10 meters
B) At least 50 meters
C) 5 meters
D) 20 meters - 24. During a hazardous material accident, how far should people be evacuated for toxic gases?
A) 20 meters
B) 50 meters
C) At least 100 meters
D) 10 meters - 25. Which fire extinguisher is used for flammable liquids (Class B)?
A) Water extinguisher
B) Foam extinguisher
C) Wet chemical extinguisher
D) None - 26. Which feature on a hazardous material vehicle helps prevent chemical spills?
A) ABS brakes
B) Spill containment systems
C) Airbags
D) Traction control - 27. What is the purpose of pressure relief valves on hazardous material vehicles?
A) Measure fuel level
B) Control steering
C) Prevent tank overpressure and explosions
D) Cool the engine - 28. During transport, which of the following is mandatory for hazardous materials?
A) Only a GPS
B) Extra tires
C) Proper labelling, placards, and warning signs
D) Air conditioning - 29. What is the role of the driver in case of hazardous material spills?
A) Leave immediately without reporting
B) Handle spills without PPE
C) Follow emergency response procedures and use PPE
D) Ignore warning signs - 30. Which body in Kenya sets standards for packaging and signage of hazardous materials?
A) EPRA only
B) NEMA only
C) Kenya Bureau of Standards (KBS)
D) KCAA
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