Abstract
The objective was to develop a warning label for the bedliners of pickup trucks as a means of countering the fires, damage, and injuries that have occurred when portable containers are filled with gasoline in the beds of pickups. Refueling incidents were reviewed to discern the elements that were present. Seven items of information or instruction were found to be needed by consumers. Prototype warning labels were developed and tested with a total of 178 drivers in four tests involving recall after 10 seconds exposure, subject determined time of exposure, and when looking at the warning label. Drivers took more time with labels having more content. Recall and recognition of safety items improved with additional review. A label having 6 safety items was selected and should provide relevant information about the hazard and how to avoid it to over 90% of those who see and read it.
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