The basic description of a hazardous material includes the Identification Number, the Proper Shipping Name, Hazard Class and Packing Group (when applicable). This information is required to be placed on the shipping paper in a specific order.
Keeping this in consideration, how long must a carrier retain a copy of the shipping paper including the date of acceptance by the carrier for hazardous material shipments?
Simply so, in what instance is the original shipping paper required to accompany each shipment?
What are 2 categories of Hazmat shipments that don’t require shipping papers?
Limited quantities (in combination packagings of 66 pounds (lb) or less that display the limited quantity mark) Materials of trade exception at 49 CFR 173.6. Infectious substances. Other regulated material (ORM-D) (e.g., consumer commodities)
What must be present on the shipping papers if there is more than one shipping paper?
Which of the following is necessary of shipping papers when transporting any hazardous material?
If required, prepare a shipping paper that contains a description of the hazmat, including the UN identification number, proper shipping name, hazard class, and packing group, quantity, number and type of packages, emergency contact information, and a shipper’s certification.
Which of the following is the shipping paper name for highway transport?
Although the term “shipping paper” is found in the Code of Federal Regulations that govern transportation of hazardous materials, those engaged in highway transportation may refer to shipping papers by other names that include bill of lading, delivery receipt, shipping order, or delivery confirmation.