Whose responsibility is it to verify explosives are restrained, blocked, braced, tied down, or otherwise secured to the vehicle prior to transportation?

• A. Driver
• B. Shipper
• C. Dispatcher
• D. Passenger

Answer: (A)

The driver is responsible for verifying that explosives are restrained, blocked, braced, tied down, or otherwise secured to the vehicle before transport. This is because the driver has direct control over the vehicle and must perform the pre-trip inspection to confirm the load is properly secured for safe movement. The shipper handles packaging, labeling, and documentation, but the actual securing to the vehicle is a driver task to ensure the load cannot shift during transit. The dispatcher coordinates the trip, and a passenger has no role in securing hazardous cargo. By ensuring proper restraint before departure, the driver protects the vehicle, crew, and the public from movement-related hazards.