Practice question
What is the primary danger when an electrical short circuit occurs on a vehicle carrying Class 1 explosives?
- Electrical current will convert TNT into water
- Electrical arcing or cable overheating can ignite vehicle components, leading to a cabin/body fire that propagates to the explosive cargo
- The vehicle horn will sound continuously until the battery drains
- The satellite navigation system will reset to factory settings
Answer: B — Electrical arcing or cable overheating can ignite vehicle components, leading to a cabin/body fire that propagates to the explosive cargo
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