Interpretation Response #03-0044 ([Mr. Scott C. Morrison])
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Individual Name: Mr. Scott C. Morrison
Location State: PA Country: US
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June 6, 2003
Mr. Scott C. Morrison Reference No. 03-0044
2009 South Trillium Drive
Aliquippa, PA 15001
Dear Mr. Morrison:
This in response to your letter concerning the requirement in paragraph 7.c.(4) of Exemption DOT-E-1l537 that prohibits offerors and carriers from loading on the same motor vehicle intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) containing different hazardous materials that, if mixed, would cause an unsafe condition to occur. You asked if the reason for segregating these materials is essentially the same as that prescribed in 49 CFR 173.33(a)(2) and discussed in letter Reference No. 98-0347.
The answer is yes. The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180) contain various requirements covering the loading of hazardous materials that would react dangerously with each other and cause an unsafe condition to occur. For example, see §§ 173 .21 (e) and 173.33(a)(2). As we stated in the referenced letter, because there are so many variables, the parties involved must evaluate the potential risks posed by different materials that are loaded on the same motor vehicle.
Sincerely,
Hattie L. Mitchell, Chief
Regulatory Review & Reinvention
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| 173.33 | Hazardous materials in cargo tank motor vehicles |