Just one of those questions I receive all the time:
hi so i was wondering what would the be the safest way to transport asbestos in a regular ford van?
thank you!
My reply:
I apologize for my delay. I will try to answer your question. Please see below.
- If friable (able to reduce to dust by hand pressure), asbestos is regulated as a hazardous material by USDOT/PHMSA.
- If transported by or for a business on a public roadway (i.e. “in commerce) it is subject to full regulation of USDOT/PHMSA. This includes but is not limited to: shipping paper, HazMat labels & markings on the package, authorized packaging, training for HazMat Employees.
- As a Class 9 Miscellaneous hazardous material, asbestos in transportation does not require placards to be displayed on the vehicle (read: Is the Class 9 Placard Required?) If the vehicle is less than 10,000 lbs and does not leave your state it is unlikely to be subject to regulation as a commercial motor vehicle (check with your state!).
I hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any other questions.