2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage Performing a Walk-Around Inspection of the Transport After Loading Performing a walk-around vehicle inspection of a CTMV after loading is an important procedure to verify that all transfer equipment is properly disconnected and stowed and that it is safe to move the transport. In this module you will learn to identify: (1)Procedures for performing a walk-around vehicle inspection (2)The required location and verification of shipping papers (3) Written emergency discharge control procedures (4) How to check for required proof of registration documents

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 1 Performing a Walk-Around Vehicle Inspection Following loading operations, your walk-around inspection should: Verify that loading transfer hoses are properly stowed & protected Check bulk plant valves (closed) & controls (turned off) Ensure plant gates or valve locks and controls are secured Verify the PTO is disengaged & the cargo tank valves are closed Check the delivery hose assembly (stowed & secured)

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 1 Performing a Walk-Around Vehicle Inspection Following loading operations, your walk-around inspection should: Verify vehicle cargo tank tests and inspections are current Ensure loading paperwork is completed & tools or other items used during cargo tank loading are properly stowed & secured Check shipping papers written emergency discharge control procedures U.S. DOT hazardous materials transporter registration any other required documents Verify delivery tickets & other supplies needed for deliveries are organized and properly secured in the cab

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 2 Shipping Papers Requirements U.S. DOT regulations require that each shipment of LP- gas must be accompanied by a document called a "shipping paper." Shipping Papers must be kept within immediate reach of the driver when a lap safety belt is in place, or in a holder mounted on the inside of the driver's door. If the driver leaves the vehicle, these documents must be left in the door holder or on the driver's seat.

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 2 Shipping Papers Requirements Figure 1. Shipping Paper Placed on Driver’s Seat Before Leaving Vehicle

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 3 Shipping Papers Requirements The shipping paper must contain hazard identification provisions as they apply to cylinder trucks, tank trucks and transports. Proper Shipping Name Hazard Class Division UN Identification Number— The UN identification number for liquefied petroleum gas listed in column 4 of Table is UN NONCORROSIVE Maximum Quantity of LP-Gas— on permanent shipping papers: generally “one truck load” Items on the shipping paper must be in that order.

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 4 Shipping Papers Requirements NOTE: "2.1" is the hazard class division number; the hazard class or division number is required on shipping papers. "Flammable Gas," the hazard class name is optional, and if used, can follow "2.1."

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 4 Shipping Papers Requirements *Alternative forDate Bobtail or Transport Company Name Hazardous Material Shipping Paper Contents:Liquefied Petroleum Gas 2.1 (Flammable Gas) – UN 1075 Non-corrosive ONE TRUCK LOAD EMERGENCY CONTACT: XXX/XXX-XXXX (24-hour telephone number) Permanent Shipping Paper Xs are numbers in the contact phone number.

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 4 Shipping Papers Requirements "This is to certify that the above named materials are properly classified, described, packaged, marked, and labeled, and are in proper condition for transportation, according to the applicable regulations of the Department of Transportation."

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 6 Emergency Information U.S. DOT regulations state that emergency information must be included with the shipping paper so that fire departments, law enforcement personnel and emergency responders can act in the event of an emergency. Emergency information can be in the form of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) The “North American Emergency Response Guidebook” Guide 115 of the “Guidebook” Figure 2.

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 7 Emergency Information Figure 4. Emergency Response Guide

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research Council Emergency Discharge Control Procedures Cargo tank motor vehicles must also carry written emergency discharge control procedures that are specific for the cargo tank and vehicle. The procedures must give instructions for emergency shutdown of the cargo tank valves and the vehicle engine.

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPage 8 Proof of Registration All persons or firms transporting hazardous materials are required to register with U.S. DOT. Also, motor carriers subject to registration must carry on each vehicle transporting hazardous material, either: A copy of the motor carrier's current Certificate of Registration OR Another document bearing the registration number identified as the "U.S. DOT Hazmat Reg. No."

2.3.6 Student Book © 2004 Propane Education & Research CouncilPages 9 & 10 Time to See If You Got the Key Points of This Module… Complete the Review on page 9. See if you are ready for the Certification Exam by checking off the performance criteria on page 10.