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Environmental Safety and OSHA

HAZWOPER

HAZMAT Transportation - Part 6c - Carrier Requirements - Rail (US)

Part 174 of HMR sets DOT's rail transportation requirements for hazardous materials.

Individual course 0.04 CE credits 21 min

Course objectives

 Recall the documentation, inspection and movement requirements for hazardous materials by rail;
 Identify proper HAZMAT handling and loading requirements;
 Determine how to segregate hazardous materials and position rail cars containing these materials

Course description

The DOT (Department of Transportation) identifies requirements for transporting hazardous materials by rail in Part 174 of the HMR (Hazardous Materials Regulations).

Regulations and board approvals

49 CFR 172.700(c)