Cdl Tanker Endorsement Q&a

When inspecting the pipe connections and hoses for leaks, pay special attention to: - Suspension wear. - Joints. - Long sections. {Ans: - Joints}Baffled liquid tanks have bulkheads: - With holes in them that let liquid flow through them. - That separate the liquids from different areas of the tanks. - That increase the amount of side-to-side surges. {Ans: - With holes in them that let liquid flow through them.}If you are driving a tanker and need to steer quickly to avoid a hazard you: - Should wrap your thumb around the steering wheel before starting the steering movement. - Should not apply the brakes while turning. - Will find that tankers are easier to counter steer than most vehicles. {Ans: - Should not apply the brakes while turning}Hauling liquids in tank vehicles requires special care for two reasons. One reason is: - Liquid movement. - Uneven expansion. - Extreme weight. {Ans: - Liquid movement}You should know the outage needed for the liquids you carry because: - Tank baffles are not always legal with outage. - Some of the heaviest liquids do not have any. - Some liquids expand more than others when they get warm.