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✔✔JHCS Data Sheet and Hazmat Documentation - ✔✔Used for Hazard Class 1
materials
JHCS Data Sheet
49 CFR
Shipping Papers
Markings and Labels
Placards
✔✔Hazmat Table - ✔✔Middle point between the Joint Hazard Classification System
(JHCS) Data Sheet or MSDS/SDS and the Hazmat communication.
MSDS/SDS or JHCS Data Sheet
49 CFR
Hazmat Communication
✔✔49 Code of Federal Regulations - ✔✔Federal law governing transportation. It
identifies proper HAZMAT communication for:
Marking
Labeling
Placarding
✔✔Hazmat Table - ✔✔Hazmat Certifiers use this table when preparing a hazardous
material for transportation. With this table, a Certifier can:
Prepare shipping papers
Identify placard requirements
Identify required package markings and labels
✔✔ERG Information - ✔✔The ERG points first responders to the most appropriate
course of action for handling a Hazmat accident to protect people and property.
✔✔Emergency Response Guidebook - ✔✔Is a Department of Transportation (DOT)
publication that advises first responders (e.g. firefighters, police officers, etc.) on
appropriate emergency response procedures.
✔✔Driver Responsibilities and the ERG - ✔✔*Copy of the ERG is kept with the shipping
papers
*Copy of the ERG page related to the specific material(s) being transported
*Drivers must keep the shipping papers within reach at all times (even when driving)
*Ensures the driver can get to the shipping papers and exit the vehicle if an accident
occurs
, ✔✔ERG Sections - ✔✔White pages: contains direction for using the ERG and basic info
pertaining to hazardous materials and emergency response
Yellow-bordered: lists each material by its 4-digit identification number along with a
numbered guide that provides response actions specific to the type of material
Orange-bordered: contains the numbered guides listed in the yellow and blue sections.
These guides provide the specific emergency response actions according to the
material present.
Blue-bordered: lists the names of the materials in alphabetical order
Green-bordered: is used by first responders. It lists minimum distances for spills (i.e.
how far back you need to keep people from the spill).
These same materials are highlighted for easy identification in both numeric (Yellow
section) and alphabetic (Blue section) lists of the guidebook.
✔✔Guide Information - ✔✔Divided into three sections: Potential Hazards, Public Safety,
and Emergency Response
Guide 116: provides procedures for flammable gases. Other hazardous materials, like
ethylene
Potential Hazards: describes possible fire or explosion hazards and potential health
effects
Public Safety: lists suggested safety precautions used to protect the public
Emergency Response: describes special precautions in case of fire, spills, or chemical
exposure.
It also gives first aid procedures in case of exposure.
✔✔how often do you need refresher training on Hazmat processes and procedures? -
✔✔Because regulations and requirements change, the DTR 4500.9 R, paragraph
D(2)(a) mandates you take refresher training every two years. This also includes local
requirements, which may require retraining more often.
✔✔Driving and Parking Rules - ✔✔49 CFR, Parts 397.3 thru 397.19
✔✔Laws - ✔✔397.2 Hazmat-loaded vehicles must follow state and local laws
✔✔Attendance - ✔✔397.5 a and c: Vehicle attendance (keeping the vehicle within the
view of the driver) depends on the type of HAZMAT you transport.
There are rules in place for all hazardous materials. For example, you cannot leave a
vehicle unattended to eat in a restaurant.
✔✔Parking - ✔✔397.7 Parking requirements for a HAZMAT-loaded vehicle depend on
the type of HAZMAT (e.g., explosives, corrosives, gases, etc.).
Vehicles containing certain types of explosives must follow more strict rules than
vehicles carrying other types of HAZMAT.