During a pre-trip inspection of a tanker, what should you look for on the tank itself?
a.Only the paint condition
b.Dents, leaks, broken or missing parts on valves and piping, and proper seal condition
c.Only whether it is full or empty
d.Only the placards
Explanation
During a pre-trip inspection of the tank, you should look for dents or damage to the tank shell, leaks from the tank body or fittings, broken or missing parts on valves and piping, and the condition of seals and gaskets. Any defects could lead to leaks or failures during transport.