Understanding Hazmat Freight
When some drivers hear the term “Hazmat Freight,” their minds may quickly conjure images of hazardous materials or pricey, perhaps volatile freight. Although the thought of transporting hazardous materials may seem like a task best left to a seasoned truck driver, doing a Hazmat haul is actually not as difficult as it may seem.
Hazmat freight represents a sizable portion of the goods delivered to consumers across the country and makes up a significant portion of the overall cargo handled across the country.
The ability to move this kind of freight competently and safely is a very valuable skill to advance in one’s career and may lead to several trucking job prospects across the nation.
What type of Cargo is Hazmat Freight?
One of the first things a driver will learn about hazardous material freight is that there are different types of this type of freight rather than just one. To that purpose, these classes are divided, resulting in an enormously broad family of Hazmat materials that one could transport.
In short, the primary classes of Hazmat freight are as follows:
- Class 1 – Explosives materials
- Class 2 – Gases: Non-flammable, flammable and toxic
- Class 3 – Flammable and Combustible liquids
- Class 4 – Flammable Solids, Combustible materials, Dangerous when wet materials
- Class 5 – Oxidizers and Organic Peroxides
- Class 6 – Toxic Materials and Infectious Substances
- Class 7 – Radioactive Materials
- Class 8 – Corrosive Materials
- Class 9 – Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do owner operators find loads?
- Find a freight broker. Freight brokers are one of the most common ways to connect truckers with shippers. …
- Negotiate a contract directly with the shipper. Entering agreements directly with shippers can be a great way to get loads. …
- Becoming a government contractor. …
- Use a truck load board.
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