When reading, and correctly interpreting, the intent of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR) one must be careful to understand the “Rules of Construction” which refer to the context.
Per 171.9(a), “Words imparting the singular include the plural. Words imparting the plural include the singular; and words imparting the masculine gender include the feminine.” Additionally, per [...] Read Full Story
In a recent interpretation letter to the US DOT, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco asked about the applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations regarding the transportation of “contaminated currency.” Contaminated currency is typically currency that is exposed to human blood, mildew, and dye pack (pepper spray) elements. The DOT responded that currency collected [...] Read Full Story
In addition to Skolnik’s complete line of stainless steel wine drums, we’re now providing our customers with the complete line of Barrel Racks manufactured by Western Square Steel. These racks are available in stainless steel or powder coated carbon steel. In addition, these racks are designed to accommodate all oak barrels from 15 to 70 [...] Read Full Story