Name a common type of cargo that requires special handling during transport.

Hazardous materials are a common type of cargo that requires special handling during transport due to their potential to cause harm to people, property, or the environment. These materials can include substances that are flammable, toxic, explosive, or corrosive. Proper handling, packing, labeling, and documentation are essential to ensure safety and compliance with regulations set forth by agencies such as the Department of Transportation (DOT). Transporting these materials often involves specialized training for drivers, specific routes, and sometimes additional safety measures, such as using placards on vehicles to identify the nature of the cargo and alert emergency responders in case of an accident.

While fragile items, food and beverages, and construction supplies each have their own handling considerations, they do not typically have the stringent regulations that are associated with hazardous materials. Fragile items require careful handling to prevent breakage, food and beverages often must be kept at certain temperatures and monitored for spoilage, and construction supplies may need to be secured properly but do not carry the same level of risk as hazardous materials.