Transcript Module 9: Placards and Identification Numbers

Module 9: Placards and Identification
Numbers
Overview of Placarding Rules
Use of Identification Numbers
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IMPORTANT – READ
Comprehensive revisions to the hazardous materials shipping
regulations take affect on January 1, 2011. As a result of these changes,
this entire training program will be replaced on January 1, 2011.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS TRAINING BY MIDNIGHT
DECEMBER 31, 2010 OR YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REENROLL IN THIS TRAINING AND START OVER!
If you complete this training this year, you will have completed your
training obligation and you will not be required to repeat this training until
your training is up for renewal 2 years from the date of completion.
If you believe you cannot complete this training by the end of 2010,
please contact the ARCADIS Training Center to cancel your enrollment.
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Introduction
Since ARCADIS typically performs the role of an
Offeror of HazMat, ARCADIS is responsible for
providing Placards to the transporter when
required by regulation. Therefore, you need to
understand the basic rules for Placarding
In this module, you will learn about the basic
rules for Placarding and when Identification
Numbers are required to be used for HazMat
shipments in Bulk Packagings
This module is an overview of rules generally
applicable to ARCADIS work activities. Consult
49 CFR supart F for comprehensive information
on this topic
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Classification
Identification
Packaging
Marking, Labeling and
Placarding
Documentation
Exceptions and
Limitations
Other Issues
What is a Placard?
DOT does not have a formal definition of a
Placard, but they are a form of communication to
quickly relay hazard information (primarily Hazard
Class) to emergency responders in the event of an
emergency like a vehicle accident involving
HazMat transport.
Similar to Labels in color, shape and symbols
used, they differ from Labels primarily due to their
size (10.8 inches on each side) versus Labels (4
inches on each side). They are usually placed on
the transport vehicle instead of on the package (as
in the case of Labels).
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Label
Placard
When is Placarding Required?
Placarding is required when
transporting HazMat in:
• Any quantity of materials having
a Hazard Class/Division listed in
Table 1.
• Any quantity of materials having
a Hazard Class/Division in
Tables 1 and 2 in Bulk
Packagings;
• A quantity of material with a
Hazard Class/Division in Table 2
in Non-Bulk Packagings when
aggregate gross weight is
≥1,001 pounds (454 Kg)
Workbook Exhibit 13
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Using the
Dangerous
Placard
A “Dangerous” Placard may be used when the
vehicle contains Non-Bulk Packages of two or
more categories of HazMat requiring different
Placards as listed in Placarding Table 2.
However, when 1,000 Kg aggregate gross
weight or more of one Hazard Class of HazMat
loaded at one loading facility on a vehicle, the
actual Placard for that material listed in
Placarding Table 2 must be displayed.
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Placarding Flowchart
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Basic Rules
for Applying
Placards
• Placards must be securely attached to the vehicle
or be in a proper Placard holder
• Placards must be at least 3 inches from any other
type of marking or graphic on the vehicle
• Words and numbers on Placards must read
horizontally
• Placards must be clearly visible and maintained in a
legible condition when they are required for
transport.
• Placards must be removed when the vehicle is no
longer carrying the hazardous material
• Placards displaying information like “Drive Safely”
are not permitted
• Subsidiary Placards are required when:
– Poison Inhalation Hazard
– Dangerous When Wet
– Review 49 CFR 172.505 for other conditions….
Hazards are present, in addition to any other required
Placard
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Number of
Placards
Required
• Placards are required on all 4 sides of the
transport vehicle
• The front Placard may be on the front of the
truck when the vehicle is in a truck and trailer
combination
Remember, if ARCADIS is offering materials
requiring Placards, ARCADIS is responsible for
providing the Placards.
The carrier is responsible for applying the
Placards to the vehicle and maintaining
Placards while the material is in transport.
If ARCADIS offers a large freight container (640 cubic feet
or more), ARCADIS is required to affix the Placards to the
container.
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Placarding
Exceptions
Some Placarding Exceptions generally
applicable to ARCADIS work include:
• Flammable Placard may be used in place of
a Combustible Placard on:
•
A cargo tank or portable tank
• A Non-Flammable Gas Placard is not
required if the vehicle is also transporting
Flammable Gas or Oxygen and Placarded for
those materials
• Class 9 Placards are not required for
domestic transportation.
•
However, a bulk packaging must display the
Identification Number on a Hazard Class 9 Placard,
an orange panel, or a white square on point display
• For Division 6.1 PG III materials, A Poison
Placard may be modified to display the text
“PG III” below the midline of the Placard
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Identification Numbers (DOT)
The Identification Number is the UN
or NA Number for the material being
shipped or transported (DOT HMT
Column 4, Workbook Exhibit 7) and
are classified as Markings
Identification Numbers, when
required to be present, are commonly
displayed on Placards
• Not permitted on “Dangerous”, Placards
used for subsidiary Placarding, “Radioactive”
and “Explosives” 1.1-1.6
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Identification Numbers
6.3 Inches
15.7 Inches
3077
Orange Panel
3077
White Square
on Point
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Alternate Identification
Number displays for Bulk
Packagings, when
permitted.
If ARCADIS is selfperforming transport of
Hazard Class 9 materials in
Bulk Packagings, use one
of these Markings instead
of a Class 9 Placard.
Why? Because the
application of the Placard
triggers CDL with HazMat
Endorsement
requirements.
General
Rules for
Identification
Numbers
A vehicle or freight container with non-bulk
packages having:
•
4,000 Kg (8820 pounds) or more of HazMat in Non-Bulk
Packagings;
•
With the same PSN and Identification Number
•
Loaded at one facility; and
•
Contains no other materials (hazardous or nonhazardous)
Must be marked with the Identification Number
on each end and each side of the vehicle or
freight container
•
Excludes Class 1, Class 7, and Non-Bulk Packagings
where Identification Numbers are not required
Also required to be displayed on Bulk
Packagings such as portable tanks, cargo tanks
and tank cars:
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≥ 1000 gallons – on each end and side
•
< 1000 gallons – on two opposing sides
The Exception for IBCs
IBCs may be Placarded or Labeled under DOT Exception.
Note: Example is for Hydrogen Peroxide Solution with 20% to 40% Hydrogen
Peroxide for ARCADIS transport.
2014
2014
2014
ARCADIS
Address
2014
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Hydrogen
Peroxide
Aqueous
Solution,
UN 2014
ARCADIS
Address
Hydrogen
Peroxide
Aqueous
Solution, UN
2014
Let’s Placard Your Dump Truck Full of PCB Impacted
Sediments
Both sides and each end of your dump truck must be
Placarded and Marked
Use a Class 9 Placard with a UN3077 Identification
Number Marking
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Other Permitted Placarding and Marking Scenarios for
Your Dump Truck
If using alternate Placarding and Marking, you must make sure both sides and
each end of your dump truck contains the Placard and/or Marking.
Use a standard Hazard Class 9
Placard with a UN 3077
Marking on an Orange Panel
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For Class 9 HazMat Only
a UN 3077 Marking
on an Orange Panel
For Class 9 HazMat Only
White Square on Point
displaying a UN 3077 Marking
(This is not a Placard)
Conclusions
• Placards and Identification Numbers are very important forms
of communication to Emergency Responders in the event of
an accident or incident.
• As the Offeror of HazMat requiring Placards or Identification
Numbers, ARCADIS is responsible for providing the Placard or
Identification Number to the Transporter.
• For most situations, Placards and/or Identification Numbers
must be placed on each end and opposite sides of the
transport vehicle. Exceptions exist for smaller tanks and
IBCs.
• Placards and Identification Numbers have a specific size and
must be maintained in legible condition away from other
graphics/wording on the transport vehicle.
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