Action
Final rule.
Summary
RSPA is amending the requirements contained in the Hazardous Materials Regulations pertaining to the maintenance and requalification of DOT specification and exemption cylinders used for transportation of compressed gases in commerce. These changes clarify current inspection and retest requirements, incorporate certain regulatory interpretations, and add new provisions. The intent of these changes is to enhance public safety by clarifying the regulations for those persons who perform periodic inspection and testing of cylinders.