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Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin., DOT quantity of lading in DOT 105A500W tank cars is 49,895 kg (110,000 pounds). (f) Tank shell and head thickness for cargo tank motor vehicles and

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How to fill out 49 CFR Part 173:

1. Start by familiarizing yourself with the purpose and scope of 49 CFR Part 173. This regulation falls under the U.S. Department of Transportation's Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) and provides guidelines for the proper shipping and handling of hazardous materials in commerce.
2. Read and understand the general requirements outlined in Subpart A of Part 173. This section covers definitions, packaging, marking, labeling, placarding, and documentation requirements for hazardous materials shipments.
3. Identify the specific hazardous material you are dealing with and determine its proper classification according to the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) in §172.101. The HMT lists various hazard classes, divisions, and packing groups that define the level of risk associated with the material.
4. Select an appropriate packaging method that complies with Part 173's packaging requirements. This may involve choosing between different types of packaging such as drums, boxes, or cylinders, depending on the nature of the hazardous material.
5. Ensure that the selected packaging meets the necessary performance standards, including the ability to withstand certain levels of vibration, impact, and leakage. These standards can be found in §173.24.
6. Apply the required markings, labels, and placards to the packaging as specified in Part 172 Subpart D. These identification elements communicate essential information about the hazardous material to those handling or transporting it.
7. Prepare proper shipping papers or documentation that includes all necessary information about the hazardous material as outlined in §172.202. This includes the UN/NA identification number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group, and quantity of the material.
8. Ensure that the completed packaging and documentation adhere to the applicable hazard communication requirements, including the provision of emergency response information, as specified in §172.602.
9. Review the specific exceptions and special provisions provided in Part 173, as some hazardous materials may have specific additional requirements or exemptions depending on their nature.

Who needs 49 CFR Part 173?

1. Any individual, organization, or company involved in the handling, transportation, or shipping of hazardous materials in commerce within the United States is required to comply with 49 CFR Part 173.
2. This includes manufacturers, distributors, carriers, freight forwarders, shippers, and anyone involved in the preparation, packing, marking, labeling, and documentation of hazardous materials shipments.
3. Compliance with Part 173 ensures the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials, reducing the risk of accidents, injuries, or environmental damage caused by improper handling or packaging of these materials.

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