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Approvals FAQs
I have a Competent Authority Approval (CA) with a seven-digit number and I understand that the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of Approvals has changed the numbering system to a 10-digit number. Will my company have to apply for a new number? May I use packagings, labels and/or stamps...Hazardous Materials Security Training FAQs
Who must receive security awareness training?My company repairs, modifies, reconditions, and tests packagings. We perform no other function subject to the requirements of the regulations. Must I provide my hazmat employees with security awareness training?Do the in-depth security training...Hazardous Materials Training FAQs
May a hazmat employer/employee train and test themselves (e.g., owner-operator)?Who certifies that an instructor is qualified to train, test, and certify in accordance with § 172.704?Does the trainer who teaches and tests the hazmat employee, certify that the hazmat employee is trained/tested?If an...Hazardous Materials Safety FAQs
What is PHMSA's purview/regulatory authority on transport of hazardous materials?What is the DOT hazmat registration program and who is required to register?How many hazmat enforcement investigators does PHMSA have, and what is their function?Is there a cap on fines? How are fines determined and...Commercial Services Management FAQs
I want to know which Maryland Congress persons you notified. I am interested in their views concerning A76.What is the FEDERAL ACTIVITIES INVENTORY REFORM ACT OF 1998?What are the results of the RSPA Inventory?I am confused on how the competitive sourcing process works at PHMSA and the...Privacy Policy FAQs
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PHMSA FAQs
PHMSA FAQs The Frequently Asked Questions below have been compiled and grouped by topic. In some cases, the same question and answer pair may be in more than one FAQ group to help you locate the information.Guide to Performance Packaging Codes
This guide provides information associated with performance packaging as identified in 49 CFR, Part 178. It provides sample markings, codes, tests, approximate conversion factors, and definition of packing group associated with packaging used for hazardous materials shipments.