A GUIDE FOR THE INSPECTION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SHIPMENTS (OTHER THAN RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL AND BULK) BY MOTOR VEHICLE OR AT FREIGHT FACILITIES

This document has been prepared to provide a uniform procedure for applying the Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations contained in Parts 171-179 of Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). It is designed to serve as a basis for a hazardous materials inspection and may be modified by the states to fit their regulations. The procedure may be used for training purposes or as an aid to the actual inspection process. This specific guide is designed to provide a procedure for the inspection of nonbulk hazardous materials shipments and ensure that: a sequence is followed that makes the most efficient use of the inspector's time; and critical items receive coverage in the inspection. This guide does not address cylinders and portable tanks.

  • Corporate Authors:

    Science Applications International Corporation

    Moffett Field, CA  United States 

    Research and Special Programs Administration

    1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
    Washington, DC  United States  20590
  • Publication Date: 1988-11

Media Info

  • Features: Appendices;
  • Pagination: 20 p.

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Filing Info

  • Accession Number: 00482457
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Files: TRIS, USDOT
  • Created Date: Apr 30 1989 12:00AM