Oddly enough, the definition of PAINT, is key to qualifying compliant shipments of dangerous goods. While PAINT does lean towards being liquid, it also has …
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And Speaking Of Definitions, How About A Shot Of Ethyl Alcohol?
In another interpretation published by the DOT, a shipper asked whether a shipment of Tequila could be transported under the shipping name of "Ethyl Alcohol …
Marking Compliance Of DOT Packaging
Though not related to any safety issues, the DOT has recently been receiving calls about the accuracy of markings on DOT packagings. For the most …
Salvage Drums Are Not All Created Equal
Effective since 1997, and adopted by all international regulatory agencies governing the transport of dangerous goods, the "T" drum is a Salvage Drum that has …
DOT Agency Appoints New Head For RSPA
Timothy A. Klein has been selected to become the agency‘s new associate administrator for innovation, research and education. As associate administrator, Klein will be responsible …
When Is A Reconditioned Salvage Drum Legal?
Salvage Drums manufactured in compliance with CFR 173.3 are often offered as reconditioned for reuse. As a package regulated by the US-DOT, Salvage Drums that …