Model 4640-B Appendix D–5
D. TRANSPORTATION
INSPECTION OF PACKAGE BEFORE SHIPMENT
The regulations require the shipper to inspect each package before
shipment to ensure that the package is physically sound and that
each closure device (hinge, hasp, latch, and so on) “is properly
installed, secured, and free of defects.”
ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Notify the licensing agency as soon as practical after a device
accident. The operator is also required to notify, “at the earliest
practical moment,” the U.S. DOT at 1-800-424-8802 of an accident
“that occurs during the course of transportation (including loading,
unloading, and temporary storage) in which fire, breakage, spillage,
or suspected contamination occurs involving shipment of
radioactive materials.” In Canada, contact CANUTEC at
(613) 996-6666 if a gauge is involved in a transport accident or
incident.
HAZMAT TRAINING
Maintain records of current training for each employee who
transports radioactive material per 49 CFR 172 subpart H. Nuclear
gauge operators must renew hazardous material (Hazmat) training
every three years.
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