A substantial percentage of the questions I receive pertain to Class 9 Miscellaneous and its placarding requirements. Here’s one of them:
If a container has a class 9 placards and an orange placard with 4 digit # does the driver have to have hazmat endorsement on their license to haul? Product is agricultural pesticides and fertilizers.
Thanks
I was busy just then and wanted to give him a quick answer but also wished to provide more information. So, here’s my answer:
Short answer: No.
I will provide the long answer later today.
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And later that night, I provided the long answer:
I will provide a more complete answer to your question:
- The HazMat endorsement on a CDL is only required if the vehicle is required to display placards.
- The Class 9 Miscellaneous placard is not required to be displayed on a vehicle hauling Class 9. Read: Is the Class 9 Placard Required?
- Though, the driver may display the Class 9 placard if they wish to. Read: Display of Placards When not Required
- However, if the packaging you describe is a bulk packaging (read: Bulk Packaging Explained!), then the 4-digit identification number of the HazMat must be displayed on all four sides of the vehicle.
I hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any other questions.
Also, you may wish to read: Requirements for Training of HazMat Employee Drivers
That seemed to be the answer he needed because I didn’t hear any more from him.
The USDOT regulations for the transport of hazardous materials can be a challenge. The challenge is increased when the USDOT regulations for a commercial motor vehicle are also a factor. I can help you when the challenge is greatest. Please contact me with questions or if you require USDOT training for HazMat Drivers.