HazMat Packaging and Containers Flashcards

Which elements must appear in a complete UN specification packaging marking under 49 CFR?

Answer: The UN symbol, package type code, packing group letter, year of manufacture, and country of origin

A complete UN specification marking includes the UN symbol, package type code, performance level (X/Y/Z), year of manufacture, state of manufacture, manufacturer identifier, and applicable standards.

Who is legally responsible under 49 CFR for ensuring hazardous materials are properly packaged before transport?

Answer: The shipper who prepares and offers the package for transport

The shipper (the person or company offering hazardous materials for transport) bears the legal responsibility for proper classification, packaging, marking, and labeling under 49 CFR.

What is a 'strong, tight' container in the context of HazMat packaging regulations?

Answer: A non-specification container that adequately prevents release of contents under normal transport conditions

A 'strong, tight' container is a non-specification package that is capable of containing its contents without leakage or release under the conditions normally encountered in transport.

Before reusing a non-bulk package for hazardous materials, what must a shipper do according to 49 CFR?

Answer: Inspect the package for damage and ensure it is clean, dry, and compatible with the new material

Shippers must inspect reused packages for damage, ensure they are clean and free of residue, and verify the container is compatible with the new hazardous material before reuse.

Which statement is TRUE regarding packaging requirements for Division 6.2 infectious substances?

Answer: Special triple-layer packaging designed to contain biological agents is required

Division 6.2 infectious substances require a triple-packaging system (primary receptacle, secondary packaging, and outer packaging) specifically designed to prevent the release of biological agents even if damaged.

What does a leakproofness test (hydraulic pressure test) verify for liquid HazMat packaging?

Answer: The package can withstand internal pressure without leaking or deforming

The leakproofness test applies internal air or water pressure to verify that the package and its closures maintain integrity and do not allow any leakage under pressurized conditions.

Which of the following actions is required before a shipper can certify that packaging complies with HazMat regulations on a shipping paper?

Answer: The shipper must verify the packaging meets applicable requirements in 49 CFR for the material being shipped

Before signing the shipper's certification on shipping papers, the shipper must verify that all packaging, marking, labeling, and placarding requirements in 49 CFR are met for the specific hazardous material.