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U.S. REQUIREMENTS
The U.S. DOT hazmat regulations (49 CFR, Parts 100–185) apply any time
a nuclear device is transported by motor vehicle on a public highway or by
other means of transport (rail, air, ship).
The major requirements for transporting a nuclear gauge in the United
States are listed below. For more detailed information about these
requirements, please refer to the Troxler Transportation Guide.
♦ A copy of the current IAEA Certificate of Competent Authority for
each source in the gauge (Special Form Certificate) must be kept on
file. Current versions can be downloaded from the Troxler website,
www.troxlerlabs.com.
♦ A copy of the results of the Type A package testing must be kept on
file.
♦ Hazmat employee training records must be kept on file.
♦ An Emergency Response Information document must be in the vehicle
and immediately accessible to the driver.
♦ A properly completed bill of lading must be in the vehicle and
immediately accessible to the driver. The shipping papers must include
a 24-hr emergency response phone number.
♦ If shipping by air, a Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods must
accompany the air waybill.
♦ The package must be properly marked and labeled in accordance with
hazmat regulations.
♦ The package must have a tamper-evident seal.
♦ The package must be inspected prior to each shipment.
♦ The package must be securely blocked and braced in the vehicle to
prevent shifting during transport.
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