This law is about creating special rules for transporting extremely dangerous materials like inhalation hazards and poison gases. These substances are very toxic and can spread quickly, so they need strict regulations during transport to prevent accidents and ensure public safety.

This law covers the transportation rules for hazardous materials that can be harmful if inhaled, but only when these materials are transported in large quantities. If the packaging is empty and only contains a tiny leftover amount, this law doesn't apply.

This section defines several terms related to the handling and transport of hazardous materials. An 'inhalation hazard' refers to certain dangerous materials as categorized by federal regulations. 'Bulk packaging' and 'residue' are terms also defined by these federal rules. The section describes what qualifies as an 'inspection stop', which is a designated area for inspecting vehicles. A 'safe parking place' is a facility where a vehicle can be parked legally and safely with permission. Lastly, a 'safe stopping place' is an area where a driver can stop for essentials, as long as the vehicle is always monitored by the driver or another responsible person.

This California law gives the Department the power to create rules for handling inhalation hazards. It's a crime to break these rules. The Department decides specific routes for transporting these hazards and will hold public meetings about them. They consider safety factors like population density and emergency response before deciding. The Department also provides maps and lists of inspection stops for those transporting inhalation hazards. Until new routes are set, some materials like chemical rocket propellants have specific paths to Vandenberg Air Force Base based on a past agreement.

This law requires that every company using vehicles to transport hazardous materials that could be inhaled must ensure each vehicle has the latest route maps and lists of safe stopping and inspection points. It also mandates drivers to be well-versed in relevant regulations before transporting these inhalation hazards. This rule has been in effect since January 1, 1992.

This law makes it illegal for a trucking company or their driver to operate a vehicle carrying inhalation hazards on public highways that are not specifically approved for such transportation, except for certain reasons like deliveries or inspections.

Additionally, it's against the law for these vehicles to stop anywhere other than designated safe places unless in an emergency or following a peace officer's orders. This rule became effective on January 1, 1992.

This law is about safely transporting materials that could be dangerous if inhaled. If possible, drivers should plan routes that avoid busy areas and crowds to limit risk. You can't leave these vehicles unattended on roads. Before transporting, check brakes, steering, lights, and tires. During the trip, check brakes and tires regularly—every four hours or 150 miles, before descending steep hills, and at any designated stops. Each inspection must be officially recorded, noting time and place, and signed by the inspector. These rules have been in place since January 1, 1992.

This law requires vehicles transporting inhalation hazards to be equipped and maintained in specific ways to ensure safety. First, brakes and the entire brake system must be in good, safe condition. Secondly, steering, connection devices, and lighting systems also need to be in good working order. Tires must be in decent shape, properly matched, and inflated, with no driving on under-inflated tires. Lastly, vehicles must have fire extinguishers and other safety gear as required by the department's regulations.

If you're driving a vehicle or combination of vehicles that carries something dangerous to breathe, you must have a breathing device on board and equipment to quickly contact emergency services.

This law makes it clear that vehicles carrying hazardous materials that can be inhaled must still follow all other traffic laws. These laws include rules about how the vehicle is driven, its size and weight, and the equipment it needs to have. Just because a vehicle is transporting these inhalation hazards does not mean it can ignore other traffic regulations.