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MDI transportation
g u i d e l i n e s
c o n t e n t s
Chapter 1: Introduction .................................................................................................................1
1.1 Purpose ........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Safe Handling Precautions .............................................................................................1
1.3 Transport and Distribution Regulations ...........................................................................1
1.4 Scope ...........................................................................................................................1
1.5 Exceptions ....................................................................................................................1
1.6 Use of Guidelines..........................................................................................................1
1.7 Transport Contracting Responsibility...............................................................................2
1.8 Evaluation Application...................................................................................................2
1.9 Interpretation Caveat ....................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Properties, Hazards and Safety Information for MDI.........................................................3
2.1 Product Identification and Exposure Limits .....................................................................3
2.2 Typical Physical Data .....................................................................................................3
2.3 Reactivity Data .............................................................................................................3
2.4 Health Effects—Short Term ............................................................................................4
2.5 Health Effects—Long Term.............................................................................................4
2.6 First Aid Procedures ......................................................................................................5
2.7 Disposal .......................................................................................................................6
2.8 Recommended Formulations for Decontaminant Solutions ................................................7
Chapter 3: Safety Auditing of Tank Truck Carriers and Bulk Tank Operators ........................................9
3.1 Carrier’s Capability: Assessment and Control ...................................................................9
3.2 Carrier Safety Audits .....................................................................................................9
3.3 Carrier Safety Audit Procedure .......................................................................................9
3.4 Meeting Safety and Regulatory Standards........................................................................9
3.5 Scope ...........................................................................................................................9
Chapter 4: Design and Construction of Transportation Equipment and Packaging..............................11
4.1 Rail Tank Cars (RTCs)...................................................................................................11
4.2 Cargo Tanks (Tank Trucks) and Inter-modal Bulk Tank Containers (ISOTainers).................11
4.3 Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) ............................................................................12
4.4 Drums.........................................................................................................................13
Chapter 5: HazMat Training ..........................................................................................................15
5.1 Training Requirements .................................................................................................15
5.2 Specific Requirements for MDI .....................................................................................15
5.3 Driver Criteria for Transporting MDI ..............................................................................15
5.4 Certified Drivers..........................................................................................................15
Chapter 6: Personal Protective Equipment for Loading or Unloading MDI .........................................17
Chapter 7: Loading Operations .....................................................................................................19
7.1 Compliance With Transport Regulations ........................................................................19
7.2 Criteria for Loading Facilities and Transport Equipment .................................................19
7.3 Design and Construction of Transport Equipment ...........................................................19
7.4 Availability of Written Operating Instructions ...............................................................19
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