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

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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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