🚛Proposed Hazardous Materials Regulation Aims to Reduce Business Burdens
Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Department of Transportation Special Permit 21478
Summary
PHMSA proposes to adopt the provisions of DOT special permit (SP) 21478 into the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). Adoption of this special permit would authorize intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) containing a residue of a certain hazardous materials to be transported without shipping papers, placards, and motor vehicle marking of the UN identification (ID) number subject to additional operational controls. The proposed revisions provide relief from undue burdens of hazard communication requirements for low-risk transportation of empty packaging and eliminate the need for special permit renewal requests.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed rulemaking eliminates the need for shipping papers, placards, and vehicle markings for empty intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) with residual hazardous materials, reducing costs and compliance burdens for businesses involved in transportation. This is particularly relevant for companies in industries such as construction and energy, as it streamlines operations and saves time.