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Labeling
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Instructional Goal
Upon completion of this module, Inspectors will be able to apply their knowledge of labeling requirements for bulk and non-bulk packaging to determine compliance with the HMR.
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Objectives
• Determine applicability of labeling• Determine exceptions to labeling• Compare labels on HM packages to column 6 of the HMT• Verify proper placement of labels on HM packages• Verify specification requirements for HM labels
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Topics
In this module, we will learn about the following topics:
• Labeling Applicability• Inspection Procedure
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Labeling Applicability
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HM Labels
6Part 172
Subpart E
• Applied to outside of the package
• Communicate the presence of HM
• Based on primary and subsidiary hazard class/division
General Requirements
• Certain packages require labels
• Design and requirements outlined in 172.400(b)
• Labels must be near the proper shipping name
• Multiple labels should be adjacent to each other
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Part 172.400
Exceptions
8Part 172.400a
Inspection Procedure
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Inspection of Labels
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Part 172Subpart E
Identify HM
• Remember to use the shipping paper to discover any HM
• Locate in HMT
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Part 172Subpart E
Observe Labels
Look at the HM package and observe if labels are displayed correctly on the package
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Part 172Subpart E
HMT Labels
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For each HM, refer to Column 6 in the HMT for:
•Primary hazard labels•Subsidiary hazard labels
Part 172Subpart E
Requirements and Exceptions
If the HMT requires a label, check to see if there are any exceptions.
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Part 172Subpart E
Verify Label Location
• Printed on or attached to a visible surface
• Located on the same surface and near the proper shipping name
• Multiple labels must be adjacent
• Contrasting background• Clearly visible
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Part 172Subpart E
e
Verify Labels (cont)
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HELIUMCOMPRESSED
UN 1046
Tags may be used in three specified cases:
•No radioactive material and smaller than label•Cylinder•Irregular surface
Part 172.406
Verify Labels (cont)
• Sometimes duplicate labeling is required
• Must be on at least two visible sides or ends
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Part 172Subpart E
Label Specifications
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Part 172Subpart E
Ensure compliance with:
• Durability• Design• Size• Color
Comprehension Check
Which of the following require labeling?
• Non-bulk package?
• Compressed gas cylinder permanently mounted on a transport vehicle?
• Portable tank with a 500 gallon capacity with a placard?
• DOT Specification 106 multi-unit tank car with no placard?
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Comprehension Check
Using Column 6 the HMT and the Label Table in 172.400(b), indicate the labels and the label design section(s) required for:
•Dimethyl sulfate (UN 1595)
•Hexafluoroacetone (UN2420)
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Comprehension Check
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Do the following packages of Kerosene (UN 1223) and Selenic acid (UN 1905) have the correct labels? Use the HMT.
Summary
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Summary
Students should now be able to:
• Determine applicability of labeling• Determine exceptions to labeling• Compare labels on HM packages to column 6 of the HMT• Verify proper placement of labels on HM packages• Verify specification requirements for HM labels
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