"FOREWORD You are now a member of an industry that serves the nation. Daily@ oil industry drivers are building outstanding safety records while transporting millions of gallons of gasoline and other petroleum products over our streets and highways. The men who operate this tremendous fleet@ by their courtesy and competence@ have earned for themselves the title of ""Gentlemen of the Highway."" They are well acquainted with the flammable properties of the cargoes they carry@ realize the possibilities of damage or fire@ and are ever alert to protect life and property. This booklet is presented to acquaint you with safe driving practices and to provide a basic guide governing the safe and efficient handling of petroleum products. It should be understood and followed by all drivers@ without exception. Even though you may be a veteran driver and many things in this booklet are not new to you@ you may find just one item that may prevent an accident. Nothing in this booklet should be construed so as to relieve you from using sound judgment. If you have any questions concerning any of these instructions or if you desire additional information@ consult your supervisor or supplier. The methods described herein may be used by anyone desiring to do so. but the American Petroleum Institute shall not be held responsible or liable In any way either for loss or damage resulting therefrom@ or for the violation of any federal@ state@ or municipal regulations with which they may conflict. This manual has been prepared jointly by the American Petroleum Institute's Committee on Safety Fire Protection; Operations and Engineering Committee@ Division of Marketing; and Central Committee on Highway Transportation@ Division of Transportation."