Material Handling: Tank Trucks

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Explain how toxicity viscosity volatility temperature and pressure can affect liquid handling operations. Describe how static electricity can affect the handling of bulk liquids. Describe how operators can identify hazardous materials. Identify precautions procedures and equipment associated with handling hazardous chemicals. Describe the major features of a typical tank truck. Identify associated equipment used with tanks during liquid transfers. Identify equipment commonly associated with tank trucks. Identify methods of transferring bulk liquids. Describe the basic tasks involved in transferring bulk liquids. Identify items that should be checked during pre-transfer and post-transfer inspections. Describe typical procedures for top-loading a tank truck. Describe how bottom-loading a tank truck differs from top-loading a tank truck. Describe typical procedures for pressurized top unloading from a tank truck by pressurizing with air. Describe common safety concerns and regulations associated with tank trucks.