Question1: If I have a single 55 gallon drum that weighs over 882 is it considered a bulk… Hold it right there! Answer1: In an earlier article I addressed the false premise contained in that first question and explained that…
Q&A: Is a 55-gallon drum that weighs more than 882 pounds a bulk packaging?
Question: If I have a single 55 gallon drum that weighs over 882 lb is it considered a bulk Wait! Stop! That question contains a false premise. I can’t consider the next question until I explain a bulk packaging and…
Q&A: What do I do with a Marine Pollutant in a non-bulk packaging?
Question1: Good Afternoon Daniel, Our company recently noticed some label changes on a product we use and sometimes ship to our customers. Recently, we’ve begun seeing a class 9 UN3077 label as well as a “marine pollutant” pictogram. I’m aware…
Q&A: Does the transport of 55-gallon drums containing the residue Class 3 Flammable Liquid require a HazMat Endorsement on the driver’s CDL?
Question: Subject: Empty class 3 flammable drums Message Body: Carry 8 to 12 class 3 flammable drums back to yard to get refill small amount of product still in drums drums mark small flammable sticker do I need hazmat on…
Q&A: Can we print our own HazMat labels? Specifically, the Class 9 Lithium Battery label?
Question: Good morning I was on your web site looking for some information as it pertains to application of the class 9 lithium battery. My questions is do we have to buy labels and hand apply it or can we…
Q&A: Is it necessary to display placards if I’m hauling 2,205 lb of just one type of HazMat (Division 2.2)?
Question1: Hello, I was hoping to get some clarification on this. I have highlighted the section in red that I am questioning. If I have less than 2,205lbs of just one type of hazard identified in table 2, non-flammable gas…
Q&A: Is a 55-gallon drum of waste gasoline also a reportable quantity (RQ) of a hazardous substance?
Question: I’d like to commend you for the great Q&A on your website. I have referred others to answers on HW and HM Qs over the years, as you always do a great job of explaining why something does/doesn’t apply.…
FAQ: Can a damaged, defective, or recalled (DDR) lithium cell or battery be managed as universal waste?
A: Maybe. When discarded, most lithium-ion (secondary batteries) and lithium primary batteries in use today are likely to be hazardous waste due to ignitability and reactivity (D001 and D003, respectively). With the exception of households, the generator of a waste…
Q&A: Are orientation arrows required on a package containing pressurized gas?
Question: Hello, Good afternoon! My name is Jane Doe, I’m from Company’s Regulatory Affairs department and I have been researching hazmat shipping regulations. I understand that orientation arrows are required on two opposite, vertical sides of the package if the…
Q&A: Commercial Driver’s Licensed and HazMat Endorsement in California
Question: Hey Daniel, reading over your answered questions on your website and how full and complete you answer questions.My Question: In California CVC 32000.5 states in part ” and a motor carrier who transports for a fee in excess of…