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0 <br />• Fuel tanker trucks are parked at least 50 feet from any building or other <br />vehicles (except during fueling operations), and all valves are locked closed <br />when the truck is unattended. <br />• Hose ends are placed in containers when disconnected after storage <br />tank -filling and tanker truck -filling to prevent spills by capturing any remaining <br />fluid. <br />• Tank -filling and vehicle fueling operations are supervised at all times. <br />5. Transporting Loading and Unloading <br />• All loads are securely tied down and incompatible materials are separated in <br />accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. <br />• Containers are tested for product tightness by sealing and holding them for <br />24 hours, and then are inspected for leaks prior to transportation. <br />• Hazardous materials are not transported within the vehicle cab. <br />• The vehicle's brakes are securely set, the wheels chocked, and the engine is <br />shut off while loading or unloading. <br />• Smoking is not allowed anywhere near tank vehicles holding or transporting <br />hazardous substances. <br />• All valves and other discharge openings are securely closed and <br />double-checked prior to transportation. <br />• Vehicles carrying hazardous substances are never left unattended during <br />loading or unloading, or on any residential street. <br />• Flame -producing devices are prohibited on any vehicle carrying explosives or <br />flammable liquids. <br />• Explosives are clearly marked, metal tools are not used during loading or <br />unloading, and the cargo area is free of sharp projections. <br />• Flammable solids are kept dry during transport and loading. <br />• Containers of corrosive liquids are loaded one -at -a -time. <br />• Fire extinguishers are kept securely mounted on all vehicles. <br />• Vehicles are properly marked and placarded and shipping papers or hazardous <br />waste manifests are carried. <br />4-4 <br />