Interpretation Response #08-0115
Below is the interpretation response detail and a list of regulations sections applicable to this response.
Interpretation Response Details
Mr. Roy A. Parker, Ph.D.
Radiation Physics Consultant
5061 Abelia Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Ref. No.: 08-0115
Dear Mr. Parker:
This is in response to your April 24, 2008 inquiry requesting clarification regarding the Class 7 (radioactive) materials marking requirements under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180). Specifically you ask whether a shipper is required to mark a package in accordance with § 172.310(b) if the package specification marking required by
§ 178.350 is already present.
It is not necessary that package marking entries required by Part 172, Subpart D be separate and distinct from those specified in § 178.350(c). A packaging properly marked "USA DOT 7A Type A" in accordance with §§ 178.3 and 178.350 would satisfy the requirements in
§ 172.310(b).
We will address this issue in a future rulemaking.
I hope this information is helpful. Please contact us if you require additional assistance.
Sincerely,
John A. Gale
Chief, Standards Development
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
172.310(b) 178.3(a)(4)
Regulation Sections
| Section | Subject |
|---|---|
| § 172.310 | Class 7 (radioactive) materials |