Gasoline Flashcards
What is the CAS number for gasoline?
8006-61-9.
What is the DOT identification number for gasoline?
UN 1203.
What placard class is used for gasoline?
Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.
What type of tanker is commonly used to transport gasoline?
MC 306 / DOT 406.
What is the typical capacity of an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?
Approximately 9,000 to 10,000 gallons.
What is the flash point of gasoline?
Approximately -40°F (-40°C).
What are the explosive limits of gasoline in air?
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): ~1.4%; Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): ~7.6%.
What is the autoignition temperature of gasoline?
Approximately 536°F (280°C).
What is the specific gravity of gasoline?
Approximately 0.72 to 0.76 (water = 1).
What is the vapor density of gasoline relative to air?
Approximately 3 to 4 (air = 1), indicating that gasoline vapors are heavier than air.
What is the physical appearance of gasoline?
Clear, colorless to pale brown liquid with a characteristic odor.
Where are the discharge valves located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?
At the bottom for gravity-fed unloading.
Where is the emergency shutoff valve typically located on an MC 306 / DOT 406 tanker?
Driver’s side front of the tanker.
What are the health hazards of gasoline exposure?
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.
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used when handling gasoline?
Prevent skin and eye contact; wash skin when contaminated; remove contaminated clothing when wet (flammable); provide eyewash and quick drench facilities.
The placard required for gasoline is ________.
Class 3 - Flammable Liquid.
Gasoline’s DOT ID number is ________.
UN 1203.
Gasoline is commonly transported in ________ tankers.
MC 306 / DOT 406.
Gasoline’s flash point is ________.
Approximately -40°F (-40°C).
The explosive limits of gasoline in air are ________ (LEL) and ________ (UEL).
~1.4% and ~7.6%.
Gasoline’s autoignition temperature is ________.
Approximately 536°F (280°C).
The specific gravity of gasoline is approximately ________.
0.72 to 0.76.
The vapor density of gasoline is ________ relative to air.
Approximately 3 to 4 (heavier than air).
Gasoline tankers have emergency shutoff valves typically located at ________.
Driver’s side front of the tanker.
