- 1. What information must hazardous vehicles display for safety?
A) Owner’s phone number
B) Placards or labels indicating the hazard class
C) Vehicle color
D) Insurance details - 2. Which UN number identifies specific hazardous substances?
A) 3-digit numbers
B) Chemical formula only
C) Four-digit numbers
D) GPS coordinates - 3. What PPE is essential for drivers handling hazardous substances?
A) Sunglasses only
B) Gloves, goggles, protective clothing
C) Boots only
D) Helmet only - 4. What must a hazardous material driver have according to Kenyan regulations?
A) Private car license
B) Insurance certificate only
C) Medical and police certification
D) Fuel receipt - 5. What is the recommended distance to evacuate from flammable liquid spills?
A) 10 meters
B) 20 meters
C) 30 meters
D) 50 meters - 6. Which regulatory authority in Kenya issues transport licenses for hazardous materials?
A) KCAA
B) NEMA (National Environment Management Authority)
C) KBS
D) EPRA - 7. What is a key requirement during parking of hazardous material vehicles?
A) Park anywhere convenient
B) Park on hills
C) Use designated parking yards along highways or ports
D) Park in private driveways - 8. Which item is used to prevent hazardous material spills from spreading?
A) Fire extinguisher only
B) Sand, soil, or absorbent pads
C) Wiper fluid
D) Horn - 9. What is the correct immediate action after a hazardous materials accident?
A) Ignore and continue
B) Stop the vehicle safely and turn on hazard lights
C) Try to fix the vehicle
D) Record mileage - 10. How should drivers handle chemical exposure to skin?
A) Cover it with cloth
B) Wash immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
C) Ignore it
D) Use engine oil - 11. Which type of fire requires foam, dry powder, or CO₂ extinguishers?
A) Electrical fires only
B) Wood fires
C) Flammable liquids and gases
D) Paper fires - 12. What should drivers check to identify the type of hazardous material in an accident?
A) Vehicle color
B) Owner’s name
C) Placards, labels, or UN numbers
D) GPS coordinates - 13. Which class of vehicle license is typically required for hazardous goods transport in Kenya?
A) Class B
B) Class A
C) Class CD
D) Class D - 14. Which regulatory body sets standards for vehicle signage, packaging, and transport?
A) NEMA only
B) EPRA only
C) Kenya Bureau of Standards (KBS)
D) KCAA only - 15. What is the purpose of regular emergency drills for hazardous transport companies?
A) Increase profit
B) Test fuel efficiency
C) Simulate spills, leaks, fires, and evacuation procedures
D) Inspect tires - 16. Which vehicle system transfers power from the engine to the wheels?
A) Braking system
B) Suspension system
C) Transmission system
D) Electrical system - 17. Which component disconnects the engine from the transmission in manual cars?
A) Brake pedal
B) Accelerator
C) Clutch pedal
D) Gear lever - 18. What is the function of the gear lever in an automatic car?
A) Control lights
B) Select modes such as P, R, N, D, S, L
C) Operate brakes
D) Adjust mirrors - 19. What is the main role of shock absorbers in a vehicle?
A) Control fuel flow
B) Absorb shocks from the road
C) Provide engine power
D) Signal turns - 20. Which braking system uses fluid pressure to slow the vehicle?
A) Hydraulic brakes
B) Disc brakes only
C) ABS only
D) Parking brake - 21. What is the main purpose of traction control in modern vehicles?
A) Increase fuel efficiency
B) Reduce tire wear
C) Prevent wheels from slipping during acceleration
D) Control engine temperature - 22. Which system helps maintain vehicle stability in slippery conditions?
A) Steering system
B) Transmission
C) ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
D) Dashboard - 23. What is the purpose of crumple zones in vehicles?
A) Improve aerodynamics
B) Absorb impact energy during collisions
C) Increase engine power
D) Store luggage - 24. Which type of hazardous material vehicle is used for bulk hazardous liquids on rails?
A) Tank truck
B) Box truck
C) Flatbed truck
D) Rail tank car - 25. Which hazard class includes toxic or infectious substances?
A) Explosives
B) Gases
C) Flammable solids
D) Toxic & Infectious Substances - 26. Which hazard class includes flammable liquids?
A) Explosives
B) Gases
C) Flammable liquids
D) Corrosive substances - 27. What device onboard HazMat vehicles helps prevent pressure buildup?
A) GPS tracker
B) Fire extinguisher
C) Pressure relief valve
D) Horn - 28. Which equipment protects drivers’ hands when handling hazardous materials?
A) Goggles
B) Helmet
C) Gloves
D) Safety shoes - 29. Which regulatory body enforces hazardous chemical transport compliance in Kenya?
A) KCAA
B) EPRA
C) NEMA (National Environment Management Authority)
D) KBS - 30. What should be included in a hazardous transport license application?
A) Vehicle color
B) Driver’s phone number
C) Mode of transport and inventory of hazardous materials
D) GPS coordinates
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