Gasoline Flashcards

1
Q

What is the CAS number for gasoline?

A

8006-61-9.

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2
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What is the DOT identification number for gasoline?

A

UN 1203.

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3
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What placard class is used for gasoline?

A

Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.

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4
Q

What type of tanker is commonly used to transport gasoline?

A

MC 306 / DOT 406.

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5
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What is the typical capacity of an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

Approximately 9,000 to 10,000 gallons.

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6
Q

What is the flash point of gasoline?

A

Approximately -40°F (-40°C).

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7
Q

What are the explosive limits of gasoline in air?

A

Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): ~1.4%; Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): ~7.6%.

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8
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What is the autoignition temperature of gasoline?

A

Approximately 536°F (280°C).

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9
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What is the specific gravity of gasoline?

A

Approximately 0.72 to 0.76 (water = 1).

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10
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What is the vapor density of gasoline relative to air?

A

Approximately 3 to 4 (air = 1), indicating that gasoline vapors are heavier than air.

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11
Q

What is the physical appearance of gasoline?

A

Clear, colorless to pale brown liquid with a characteristic odor.

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12
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Where are the discharge valves located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

At the bottom for gravity-fed unloading.

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13
Q

Where is the emergency shutoff valve typically located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

Driver’s side front of the tanker.

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14
Q

What are the health hazards of gasoline exposure?

A

Irritation of eyes, skin, mucous membranes; dermatitis; headache; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); blurred vision; dizziness; slurred speech; confusion; convulsions; chemical pneumonitis (from aspiration); possible liver and kidney damage.

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15
Q

What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when handling gasoline?

A

Prevent skin and eye contact; wash skin when contaminated; remove contaminated clothing when wet (flammable); provide eyewash and quick drench facilities.

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16
Q

The placard required for gasoline is ________.

A

Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.

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17
Q

Gasoline’s DOT ID number is ________.

A

UN 1203.

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18
Q

Gasoline is commonly transported in ________ tankers.

A

MC 306 / DOT 406.

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19
Q

Gasoline’s flash point is ________.

A

Approximately -40°F (-40°C).

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20
Q

The explosive limits of gasoline in air are ________ (LEL) and ________ (UEL).

A

~1.4% and ~7.6%.

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21
Q

Gasoline’s autoignition temperature is ________.

A

Approximately 536°F (280°C).

22
Q

The specific gravity of gasoline is approximately ________.

A

0.72 to 0.76.

23
Q

The vapor density of gasoline is ________ relative to air.

A

Approximately 3 to 4 (heavier than air).

24
Q

Gasoline tankers have emergency shutoff valves typically located at ________.

A

Driver’s side front of the tanker.

25
Q

Exposure to gasoline vapors can cause ________, ________, and ________.

A

Irritation of eyes, skin, mucous membranes; dizziness; confusion.

26
Q

What is the CAS number for gasoline?

A

8006-61-9.

27
Q

What is the DOT identification number for gasoline?

28
Q

What placard class is used for gasoline?

A

Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.

29
Q

What type of tanker is commonly used to transport gasoline?

A

MC 306 / DOT 406.

30
Q

What is the typical capacity of an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

Approximately 9,000 to 10,000 gallons.

31
Q

What is the flash point of gasoline?

A

Approximately -40°F (-40°C).

32
Q

What are the explosive limits of gasoline in air?

A

Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): ~1.4%; Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): ~7.6%.

33
Q

What is the autoignition temperature of gasoline?

A

Approximately 536°F (280°C).

34
Q

What is the specific gravity of gasoline?

A

Approximately 0.72 to 0.76 (water = 1).

35
Q

What is the vapor density of gasoline relative to air?

A

Approximately 3 to 4 (air = 1), indicating that gasoline vapors are heavier than air.

36
Q

What is the physical appearance of gasoline?

A

Clear, colorless to pale brown liquid with a characteristic odor.

37
Q

Where are the discharge valves located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

At the bottom for gravity-fed unloading.

38
Q

Where is the emergency shutoff valve typically located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?

A

Driver’s side front of the tanker.

39
Q

What are the health hazards of gasoline exposure?

A

Irritation of eyes, skin, mucous membranes; dermatitis; headache; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); blurred vision; dizziness; slurred speech; confusion; convulsions; chemical pneumonitis (from aspiration); possible liver and kidney damage.

40
Q

What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when handling gasoline?

A

Prevent skin and eye contact; wash skin when contaminated; remove contaminated clothing when wet (flammable); provide eyewash and quick drench facilities.

41
Q

The placard required for gasoline is ________.

A

Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.

42
Q

Gasoline’s DOT ID number is ________.

43
Q

Gasoline is commonly transported in ________ tankers.

A

MC 306 / DOT 406.

44
Q

Gasoline’s flash point is ________.

A

Approximately -40°F (-40°C).

45
Q

The explosive limits of gasoline in air are ________ (LEL) and ________ (UEL).

A

~1.4% and ~7.6%.

46
Q

Gasoline’s autoignition temperature is ________.

A

Approximately 536°F (280°C).

47
Q

The specific gravity of gasoline is approximately ________.

A

0.72 to 0.76.

48
Q

The vapor density of gasoline is ________ relative to air.

A

Approximately 3 to 4 (heavier than air).

49
Q

Gasoline tankers have emergency shutoff valves typically located at ________.

A

Driver’s side front of the tanker.

50
Q

Exposure to gasoline vapors can cause ________, ________, and ________.

A

Irritation of eyes, skin, mucous membranes; dizziness; confusion.