What safety precautions should be taken when transporting three types of hazardous materials? The following four points need attention

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Modern industries arise as a result of close connections with other industries. The transportation of hazardous materials is a new industry that has developed as a direct consequence of the chemical industry; hazardous materials represent a special type of logistics cargo. Only after undergoing strict scrutiny by the relevant regulatory authorities and having the appropriate facilities and equipment to ensure the safe transport of such materials can one be qualified to engage in this type of transportation. So what are the three categories of hazardous materials? Category three hazardous materials refer to flammable liquids, liquid mixtures, or liquids containing solid substances, but do not include liquids that have been classified in other categories due to their hazards. Next, let’s learn about the vehicle requirements for transporting the three types of hazardous materials together with Weiwei. http://p4.itc.cn/images01/20200910/81338eddd11c4968b880eab167113c76.jpeg I. Vehicle requirements: 1. A hazardous materials transport vehicle is a specialized vehicle whose cargo compartment has an open top, with the exhaust pipe positioned at the front and equipped with a spark arrestor; it is used to transport hazardous materials such as petrochemical products, **, firecrackers, etc. Hazardous materials transport vehicles are equipped with ABS systems to ensure continuous monitoring throughout the transportation process. It is safe and reliable, equipped with features such as impact guards and anti-static measures. 2. The cargo compartment of motor vehicles should have a wooden floor to prevent the generation of sparks ； If an iron base plate is used, corresponding padding protection should be employed. Motor vehicle exhaust pipes must be equipped with insulation and spark extinguishing devices. Equip appropriate fire-fighting equipment, as well as binding, waterproofing, and spill prevention devices, depending on the nature of the hazardous goods being carried. 3. The material of the tank body of a tank truck must be suitable for the nature of the goods being transported; for example, aluminum tanks should be used for nitric acid, while fiberglass-reinforced plastic and stainless steel should be used for waste nitric acid. Safety devices such as double gates, wave barriers, and shading structures shall be installed as required. Vehicles used to transport containers, large gas cylinders, and movable tanks must be equipped with effective securing devices and appropriate plugs. http://p3.itc.cn/images01/20200910/4a36cdc3cdd54f1595939545017ac240.jpeg What should be noted when transporting Class II and Class III hazardous materials? 1. When transporting flammable liquids, passengers are not allowed to smoke, and the vehicle must not approach open flames or areas with high temperatures. When a tank truck carrying flammable liquids is in motion, the static electricity discharge device must be properly grounded. 2. On vehicles transporting flammable liquids, unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from boarding, and smoking is not allowed. During the journey, the loading of goods on the vehicle should be checked frequently to ensure that the bindings are secure and that there are no leaks in the packaging. Effective measures should be taken promptly when abnormal situations are detected. 3. During the hot summer months, when the weather forecast predicts temperatures above 30°C for that day, transportation should be carried out within the operating hours specified for the location of operation. If transportation is necessary, the vehicle must be equipped with effective sun shielding, and enclosed cargo compartments must remain well-ventilated. 4. The rear and side doors of the carriage must be locked before the vehicle can be driven; it is not allowed to drive with the doors open. Overloading is strictly prohibited. When a vehicle equipped with heavy bottles is parked stationary, all the sunroofs on the roof of the cabin must be opened fully and the window latches locked; the sunroofs must not be closed. That’s all for today’s introduction to the precautions regarding the transportation of three types of hazardous materials. I hope this will be helpful to drivers who are involved in the transport of hazardous goods.