Placarding is required when carrying pesticides in containers larger than 119 gallons.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if transporting across state lines
• D. Only for certain pesticides

Answer: (A)

Placing a placard on a vehicle is a warning rule tied to transporting hazardous materials. Many pesticides fall into that category, so when you carry them in quantities above a set threshold, you’re required to display a placard. The 119-gallon threshold for liquids is the standard used in these pesticide transport rules, so carrying more than 119 gallons means you must placard the vehicle. This requirement isn’t limited to interstate moves or to only certain pesticides; it applies based on the hazard and the amount being transported. The placard communicates the hazard to responders and other drivers and must be clearly visible from all sides.