Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Petitions for Rulemaking (RRR), 42609-42625 [2016-15303]

Agencies

• Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
• DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 126 (Thursday, June 30, 2016)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 42609-42625]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-15303]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173, 176, 178, and 180

[Docket No. PHMSA-2015-0102 (HM-219A)]
RIN 2137-AF09


Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Petitions for Rulemaking (RRR)

AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), 
DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: In response to petitions for rulemaking submitted by the 
regulated community, PHMSA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR parts 171 through 180) to update, clarify, or 
provide relief from miscellaneous regulatory requirements. 
Specifically, PHMSA is proposing amendments that include, but are not

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limited to, the following: Incorporating by Reference (IBR) multiple 
publications from both the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) and the 
Chlorine Institute; addressing inconsistencies with domestic and 
international labels and placards; permitting alternative testing for 
aerosols; no longer mandating that excepted quantities comply with the 
emergency response telephone requirement; allowing electronic 
signatures for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) manifest forms; 
and no longer requiring the service pressure to be marked on Department 
of Transportation (DOT) 8 and 8L cylinders.

DATES: Comments must be submitted by August 29, 2016. To the extent 
possible, PHMSA will consider late-filed comments as a final rule is 
developed.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by identification of the docket 
number [PHMSA-2015-0102 (HM-219A)] by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting 
comments.
     Fax: 1-202-493-2251.
     Mail: Dockets Management System; U.S. Department of 
Transportation, Dockets Operations, M-30, Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001.
     Hand Delivery: To U.S. Department of Transportation, 
Dockets Operations, M-30, Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey 
Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday 
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    Instructions: All submissions must include the agency name and 
docket number for this notice at the beginning of the comment. All 
comments received will be posted without change to the Federal Docket 
Management System (FDMS), including any personal information.
    Docket: For access to the dockets to read background documents or 
comments received, go to https://www.regulations.gov or DOT's Docket 
Operations Office (see ADDRESSES). To access and review The Chlorine 
Institute publications (1) Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``A'' for 
100-lb. & 150-lb. Chlorine Cylinders, Edition 12, Revision 2, July 2014 
go to https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/iba-instruction-booklet-chlorine-institute-emergency-kit-a-for-100-lb-and-150-lb-chlorine-cylinders-166.html; (2) Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``B'' for 
Chlorine Ton Containers, Edition 11, Revision 1, July 2014 go to 
https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=EPR_IB_B-HC&; (3) Pamphlet 57, Emergency 
Shut-Off Systems for Bulk Transfer of Chlorine, Edition 6, June 2015 go 
to https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=SPHP0057-HC&; and (4) Pamphlet 168, 
Guidelines for Dual Valve Systems for Bulk Chlorine Transport, Edition 
2, July 2015 go to https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=SPHP0168-HC&. To access and review DoD 
publications include the following: (1) TB 700-2; NAVSEAINST 8020.8C; 
TO 11A-1-47: DoD Ammunition and Explosives Hazard Classification 
Procedures, 30 July 2012, go to https://www.ddesb.pentagon.mil/documents/?pg=subcont-internationalissuances; and (2) DLAR 4145.41/AR 
700-143/NAVSUPINST 4030.55D/AFMAN 24-210_IP/MCO 4030.40C: Packaging of 
Hazardous Materials, 21 April 2015 go to https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/J5StrategicPlansPolicy/PublicIssuances/r4145.41.pdf . To 
access and review Compressed Gas Association (CGA) publications 
including ``CGA C-7-2014: Guide to Classification and Labeling of 
Compressed Gases, Tenth Edition'' and ``CGA V-9, 2012, Compressed Gas 
Association Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valves, Seventh 
Edition'' go to https://www.cganet.com/customer/dot.aspx.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Steven Andrews or Matthew Nickels, 
(202) 366-8553, Office of Hazardous Materials Standards, Pipeline and 
Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, U.S. Department of 
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Table of Contents

I. Background
II. Summary Review of Proposed Amendments
III. Section-by-Section Review
IV. Regulatory Analyses and Notices
    A. Statutory/Legal Authority for This Rulemaking
    B. Executive Order 12866, Executive Order 13563, Executive Order 
13610, and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
    C. Executive Order 13132
    D. Executive Order 13175
    E. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Order 13272, and DOT 
Procedures and Policies
    F. Paperwork Reduction Act
    G. Regulatory Identifier Number (RIN)
    H. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
    I. Environmental Assessment
    J. Privacy Act
    K. Executive Order 13609 and International Trade Analysis
    L. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act

I. Background

    The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) requires Federal agencies to 
give interested persons the right to petition an agency to issue, 
amend, or repeal a rule (5 U.S.C. 553(e)). Section 106.95 of the HMR 
contains the rulemaking procedures for persons to ask PHMSA (also 
``we'' or ``us'') to add, amend, or delete a regulation by filing a 
petition for rulemaking containing adequate support for the requested 
action. In this NPRM, PHMSA proposes to amend the HMR in response to 
petitions for rulemaking submitted by shippers, carriers, 
manufacturers, and industry representatives. These proposed revisions 
are intended to reduce regulatory burdens while maintaining or 
enhancing the existing level of safety. We discuss the petitions and 
proposals in detail in Section II of this NPRM. The following is a 
brief summary of the proposed regulatory changes:
     Revise approved testing methods for aerosols.
     Revise a table related to cargo tank specifications.
     Update the IBR citation for chlorine tank cars.
     Address inconsistencies between international and domestic 
labels.
     Revise the vessel requirement to notify the Captain of the 
Port (COTP) to the presence of limited quantities of hazardous 
materials.
     Revise testing requirements for packages to allow liquids 
to be used in place of solid materials.
     Add a shipping description for roadway striping vehicles.
     Extend the service life of tank cars authorized under HM-
246 to the full service life of other tanks cars authorized under Sec.  
215.203 of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.
     Permit the use of pallets made of non-wood materials for 
limited quantities.
     Revise requirements for when emergency response numbers 
are required for excepted quantities.
     Change units for limited quantities of ethyl alcohol to 
the International System of Units.

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     Propose changes concerning valve requirements for 
cylinders as outlined in ``CGA V-9-2012, Compressed Gas Association 
Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valves, Seventh Edition.''
     Incorporate CGA standard ``CGA C-7-2014, Guide to 
Classification and Labeling of Compressed Gases, Tenth Edition.''
     Remove requirement for the marking of the service pressure 
on DOT 8 and DOT 8L cylinders.
     Revise recordkeeping requirements for certain cargo tanks 
certified in accordance with the ASME Code.
     Revise the printing tolerances for label and placard 
sizes.
     Incorporate Department of Defense (DoD) explosives manual 
into Sec.  171.7.
     Allow use of electronic manifest.
     Amend the HMR to acknowledge that the marked date of 
manufacture on a composite Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) may differ 
from the marked date of manufacture on the inner receptacle of that 
IBC.
     Revise the basis weight tolerance provided in Sec.  
178.516(b)(7) from  5 percent to  10 percent 
from the nominal basis weight reported in the initial design 
qualification test report for 4G boxes.

II. Summary Review of Proposed Amendments

A. Testing for Aerosols

    In its petition (P-1606), the Council on Safe Transportation of 
Hazardous Articles (COSTHA) requested that PHMSA allow alternative 
testing methods, such as those identified in Sections 6.2.4.2.2 and 
6.2.4.3 of the United Nations (UN) Model Regulations, to the hot water 
bath test for aerosols currently found in Sec.  173.306(a)(3)(v) of the 
HMR. Specifically, COSTHA requested that Sec.  173.306(a)(3) be revised 
to allow the hot water bath test to be used for aerosols as is allowed 
in the UN Model Regulations.
    On February 22, 2016, PHMSA published a final rule under Docket HM-
233F entitled ``Adoption of Special Permits'' [81 FR 3635] 
incorporating special permits that allow for alternatives to the hot 
water bath test similar to those found in the UN Model Regulations. 
PHMSA believes these alternatives to the hot water bath test satisfy 
the intent of this petition and it is no longer necessary to propose 
any new regulatory text at this time.

B. Cargo Tank Specification

    In its petition (P-1615), The Walker Group requested revisions to 
the table in Sec.  180.407(g)(1)(iv) to make this section consistent 
with the applicable packaging specification (e.g., Sec.  178.347). A 
cargo tank manufactured to the requirements of the applicable DOT 
specifications has to be tested in accordance with the HMR. Currently, 
the design specifications for cargo tanks in Sec.  178.320 contain 
general requirements applicable to all cargo tanks. The design 
specifications, including the test pressures for older cargo tanks that 
are no longer authorized for manufacture but still authorized for use, 
were last found in the 1985 edition of the HMR (e.g., MC 306--Sec.  
178.341-7; MC 307--Sec.  178.342-7; MC 312--Sec.  178.343-7).
    This petition seeks to eliminate confusion by changing the 
regulations to allow the use of the marked test pressure on the cargo 
tank nameplate as the requalification test pressure and to amend every 
test pressure entry in the Sec.  180.407(g)(1)(iv) test pressure table 
by beginning the entries with the phrase, ``The test pressure on the 
nameplate (specification plate).'' PHMSA conducted both a technical and 
policy review of the petition, and instead of modifying every test 
pressure entry as suggested by the petitioner, PHMSA is proposing that 
revisions should only apply to certain cargo tank specifications (DOT 
407, MC 304, and MC 307) to harmonize the periodic hydrostatic testing 
required by part 180 with the initial testing for the applicable 
packaging specification prescribed in part 178. The revisions should 
further clarify that test pressures (in case of periodic pneumatic 
testing required by part 180) are already consistent with the initial 
testing for the applicable packaging specification prescribed in part 
178.

C. Chlorine Institute Publications

    In its petition (P-1619), the Chlorine Institute requested that 
updates to publications currently listed in Sec.  171.7(l)--
specifically Sec.  171.7(l)(1), (2), (5), and (12)--and referenced in 
various sections of the HMR be incorporated by reference. PHMSA has 
conducted a review of these publications and found them suitable to 
propose incorporation into the HMR. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to 
include the following updated documents in the referenced material:
     Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``A'' for 100-lb. & 150-
lb. Chlorine Cylinders, Edition 12, Revision 2, July 2014.
     Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``B'' for Chlorine Ton 
Containers, Edition 11, Revision 1, July 2014.
     Pamphlet 57, Emergency Shut-Off Systems for Bulk Transfer 
of Chlorine, Edition 6, June 2015.
     Pamphlet 168, Guidelines for Dual Valve Systems for Bulk 
Chlorine Transport, Edition 2, July 2015.

D. International Label and Placard Consistency

    In its petition (P-1620), Labelmaster Services requested revisions 
to the HMR to address inconsistencies between international and 
domestic labels and placards. Specifically, the petition requested 
revisions to Sec. Sec.  172.519(f) and 172.407(f) of the HMR to allow 
for the use of labels and placards conforming to the specifications in 
the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, the 
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions 
on the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air, the International 
Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, or the Transport Canada 
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations.
    After reviewing the petition, PHMSA found that the requested 
changes are likely to clarify some regulatory requirements and 
provisions that exist for the transportation of hazardous materials 
internationally, yet are not likely to be onerous or costly for the 
regulated community. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing revisions to 
Sec. Sec.  172.519(f) and 172.407(f) of the HMR to allow for the use of 
labels and placards conforming to the specifications in the UN 
Recommendations, ICAO Technical Instructions, the IMDG Code, or the 
Transport Canada TDG Regulations.

E. Limited Quantities of Ammonium Nitrate by Vessel

    In its petition (P-1624), Horizon Lines, LLC requested that Sec.  
176.415(b) be revised to except limited quantities of ``UN1942, 
Ammonium nitrate'' from requiring permission from the Captain of the 
Port (COTP) before being loaded or unloaded from a vessel at a 
waterfront facility. This petition for rulemaking is in response to 
previous changes to the HMR that eliminated the Other Regulated 
Materials Domestic (ORM-D) classification.
    Specifically, Horizon Lines expressed concern that while the change 
from ORM-D to limited quantities is good for harmonization and the 
industry overall, the change has had some unintended negative 
consequences for shippers and vessel operators, including ``UN1942, 
Ammonium nitrate'' products shipped as ORM-D having to be reclassified 
under the limited quantities exception. Currently, the HMR require that 
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Guard (USCG) permit regardless of the quantity shipped.
    In its review of the petition, PHMSA found that shipping ``UN1942, 
Ammonium nitrate, 5.1'' as a limited quantity instead of ORM-D will put 
a higher burden of cost on both the shipper and the vessel operator, 
without increasing safety, because they must continue to abide by the 
requirements in Sec.  176.415(c)(4) to obtain a permit. Section 
176.415(b) already provides exceptions for ``UN1942, Ammonium nitrate'' 
when shipped in a rigid packaging with a noncombustible inside 
packaging and ``UN2067, Ammonium nitrate fertilizer'' when the nearest 
COTP is notified at least 24 hours in advance of any loading or 
unloading in excess of 454 kg (1,000 pounds). Therefore, PHMSA is 
proposing an exception for ``UN1942, Ammonium nitrate'' when shipped as 
a limited quantity to require written notification to the USCG 24 hours 
prior to loading this type of cargo.

F. Use of Combination Packages Tested With a Liquid

    In its petition (P-1625), HAZMATPAC requested the allowance of the 
shipment of solid materials in a package when that package has been 
tested with a liquid material. Currently, Sec.  173.24a(b)(3) allows a 
single or composite non-bulk packaging that is tested and marked for a 
liquid hazardous material to be filled with a solid hazardous material 
up to a gross mass in kilograms not exceeding the rated capacity of the 
packaging in liters, multiplied by the specific gravity of the 
packaging, or 1.2 if not marked. In addition, paragraphs (i), (ii), and 
(iii) allow a packaging rated for a liquid Packing Group I to be filled 
with a solid Packing Group II hazardous material, a packaging rated for 
a liquid Packing Group I to be filled with a solid Packing Group III 
hazardous material, and a packaging rated for a liquid Packing Group II 
to be filled with a solid Packing Group III hazardous material, all 
with slightly higher allowable gross masses of such solids.
    PHMSA conducted both a technical and economic policy review of the 
HAZMATPAC petition and found it to merit a rulemaking. Therefore, PHMSA 
is proposing to revise Sec.  173.24a(b)(3) to allow combination 
packages tested with liquids to transport solid materials.

G. Shipping Names for Roadway Striping Vehicles

    In its petition (P-1634), 3M Company requested an amendment to the 
table in Sec.  173.5a(c)(l) to include an additional hazardous material 
description for transport in roadway striping vehicles. Specifically, 
3M requested the addition of UN2735 ``Amines, Liquid, Corrosive, 
n.o.s., 8, III'' or ``Polyamines, Liquid, Corrosive, n.o.s., 8, III'' 
when used as a catalyst.
    The table in Sec.  173.5a(c)(1) currently lists ``UN3267, Corrosive 
liquid basic, organic, n.o.s.'' as a catchall for corrosive liquids 
while at the same time Sec.  172.101(c)(10)(iii) reads, ``A mixture or 
solution not identified in the Table specifically by name, comprised of 
two or more hazardous materials in the same hazard class, shall be 
described using an appropriate shipping description (e.g., `Flammable 
liquid, n.o.s.').'' The excerpt further states that commodities that 
can be described explicitly (not comprised of two or more hazardous 
materials) should be listed by ``the name that most appropriately 
describes the material,'' with the example being an alcohol not listed 
by its technical name in the table being described as ``Alcohol, 
n.o.s'' rather than ``Flammable liquid, n.o.s.'' Because an amine 
compound is the single hazardous corrosive component in 3M's pavement 
marking liquid, PHMSA believes this change will not result in 
measurable economic or safety impacts. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to 
add proper shipping names to Sec.  173.5a(c)(1) to the list of 
authorized materials that can be used under this section.

H. Toxic by Inhalation Tank Car Lifespan

    In its petition (P-1636), the Chlorine Institute requested that 
PHMSA extend the service life of interim compliant toxic inhalation 
hazard (TIH) tank cars to the full service life of all other tank cars 
as allowed in Sec.  215.203 of the FRA regulations. Specifically, the 
Chlorine Institute requested a revision to paragraph Sec.  
173.31(e)(2)(iii), which specifies a 20-year allowable service life for 
tank cars transporting TIH materials that were built to specifications 
contemplated in the HM-246 rulemaking because of an expected delay of 
at least 8 to 10 years before a permanent TIH design standard and 
specification would be available from the Advanced Tank Car 
Collaborative Research Program (ATCCRP).
    Although the plain language of Sec.  173.31(e)(2)(iii) limits the 
authorized service life of tank cars meeting the relevant 
specifications to 20 years from the date of the cars' construction, the 
final rule in which PHMSA adopted this 20-year service life made clear 
that tank cars built to these specifications were intended as an 
interim solution to then-existing market conditions. See [74 FR 1770 
(Jan. 13, 2009)]. These interim tank car specifications were intended 
to make immediate safety improvements in tank car construction and to 
ensure the ongoing availability of tank cars for the transportation of 
TIH materials while the Department moved forward with the development 
and validation of an enhanced performance standard for TIH tank cars 
and the incorporation of such an enhanced standard into the HMR. With 
the understanding of the interim nature of these cars, PHMSA intended 
the 20-year authorized service life to guarantee tank car owners a 
reasonable service life for the cars, even if the Department were to 
issue a new tank car standard in the years immediately following the 
2009 final rule [74 FR 1770]. The Department is still working towards 
developing and implementing an enhanced performance standard for TIH 
materials tank cars. PHMSA's review of the petition found that there is 
likely economic merit in undertaking a rulemaking as requested. 
Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise Sec.  173.31(e)(2)(iii) to 
remove the 20-year service life, which will allow continued use of the 
interim compliant TIH tank cars to the full service life of all other 
tank cars, as allowed in Sec.  215.203.

I. Limited Quantity Pallets

    In its petition (P-1638), Labelmaster Services requested a revision 
to the HMR that would allow the use of plastic or metal pallets to 
transport materials classed and marked as limited quantities. The 
petition specifically requested that PHMSA revise Sec.  
173.156(b)(2)(iii), which specifies these materials be secured to a 
wooden pallet, to also specify that they could be secured to a plastic 
or metal pallet.
    PHMSA's review of the petition found that there is likely economic 
merit in undertaking a rulemaking as requested. In addition, a 
technical review of the petition found there should be no decrease in 
safety due to the proposed change. The changes suggested by this 
petition would allow transporters greater flexibility in their choice 
of pallets, with possible accompanying cost savings. Therefore, PHMSA 
is proposing to revise Sec.  173.156(b)(2)(iii) to allow for the use of 
metal, plastic, or composite pallets used to ship limited quantities of 
hazardous materials.

J. Emergency Response Numbers

    In its petition (P-1639), Horizon Lines, LLC requested an exception 
to the requirement in Sec.  172.604(d)(1) to provide an emergency 
response telephone number in order to no longer require an emergency 
response telephone number be provided on a shipping paper for excepted 
quantities

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of hazardous materials. This change would be consistent with how PHMSA 
treats limited quantities of hazardous materials. Specifically, the 
petition asked PHMSA to revise Sec.  172.604(d)(1) in order for it to 
be applicable to limited quantities and excepted quantities.
    This modification is justified in that excepted quantity weights 
are less than the already exempted limited quantity weights. In 
addition, this revision will harmonize the emergency response number 
requirements with the IMDG Code, which does not require an emergency 
response telephone number on the dangerous goods documentation (or 
anywhere else) for any excepted material; however, all hazardous 
materials, including those in excepted quantities, must comply with 
Section 5.4.3.2 of the IMDG Code, which requires emergency response 
information to be communicated in ways other than a phone number, such 
as a Safety Data Sheet (SDS). PHMSA's review of the petition found that 
there is likely economic merit in undertaking a rulemaking as requested 
without any decrease to safety. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise 
Sec.  172.604(d)(1) to no longer require an emergency response 
telephone number on a shipping paper be provided for excepted 
quantities of hazardous materials.

K. Units of Measurement for Limited Quantities of Ethyl Alcohol

    In its petition (P-1640), the Association of HAZMAT Shippers 
requested that the units of measure included in Sec.  173.150(g) be 
converted to the International System of Units, as they are expressed 
elsewhere in the HMR. The International System of Units is typically 
used in the manufacturing of inner receptacles. PHMSA's review of the 
petition found that there is likely economic merit in undertaking a 
rulemaking as requested without any decrease to safety. Therefore, 
PHMSA is proposing to revise Sec.  173.150(g) to convert measurements 
to the International System of Units.

L. Cylinder Valves and Protection Caps

    In its petition (P-1641), CGA proposed to add new paragraphs Sec.  
173.301(a)(11) and (12). The proposed changes concern valve 
requirements for cylinders as outlined in ``CGA V-9-2012, Compressed 
Gas Association Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valves, Seventh 
Edition.''
    Specifically, CGA requests that cylinder valves and cylinder valve 
protection caps manufactured on or after May 4, 2015, be required to 
conform to the requirements in ``CGA V-9-2012, Compressed Gas 
Association Standard for Compressed Cylinder Valves, Seventh Edition.'' 
Justifications for this request include ensuring standardization of 
cylinder valve designs and providing guidance to users on proper 
selection of valves. PHMSA's review of the petition found that there is 
likely economic merit in undertaking a rulemaking as requested without 
any decrease to safety. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to add new 
paragraphs Sec.  173.301(a)(11) and (12) to the HMR to conform to the 
new standards for cylinder valves and caps as outlined in ``CGA V-9-
2012, Compressed Gas Association Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder 
Valves, Seventh Edition.''

M. Recordkeeping Requirements for Portable Tanks

    In its petition (P-1644), HAZMAT Resources proposed to add text to 
Sec.  180.605(l) to address recordkeeping requirements for portable 
tanks. This revision would harmonize this recordkeeping requirement 
with Sec.  180.417(a)(3)(ii), which addresses recordkeeping 
requirements for certain cargo tank motor vehicles constructed and 
certified in accordance with the ASME Code. The petitioner recommends 
renaming Sec.  180.605(l) to Sec.  180.605(l)(1) and adding an 
additional Sec.  180.605(l)(2). This new section would include 
recordkeeping requirements in line with Sec.  180.417(a)(3)(ii). PHMSA 
agrees that not harmonizing recordkeeping requirements for portable 
tanks and cargo tank motor vehicles was an oversight and that this 
revision as proposed would provide an alternative means of compliance 
for portable tanks that has already been provided for cargo tanks. 
PHMSA believes there is likely economic merit in revising this section 
without a reduction in safety. The inclusion of a similar section in an 
already published Sec.  180.407(a)(3)(ii) increases the validity of 
this proposed change. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise Sec.  
180.605(l) to allow the owner of a portable tank to contact the 
National Board for a copy of the manufacture's data report, if the 
portable tank was registered with the National Board, or copy the 
information contained on the portable tanks specification plate and 
ASME Code data plates.

N. Printing Tolerances for Labels and Placards

    In its petition (P-1650), Labelmaster Services proposed to revise 
Sec. Sec.  172.407(c) and 172.519(c) of the HMR to allow for printing 
tolerances for labels and placards. Labelmaster noted that the printing 
tolerances specified for the solid-line inner border that is parallel 
to the edge is extremely difficult to maintain with standard printing 
processes.
    After a policy review of the petition, PHMSA agrees with 
Labelmaster that the absence of a tolerance will increase printing 
costs, as well as lead to inconsistent enforcement practices and 
confusion on the part of businesses attempting to remain compliant, 
without providing any increase in safety or hazard communication. 
Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise Sec. Sec.  172.407(c) and 
172.519(c) to add the word ``approximately'' to these sections to allow 
for printing tolerances with respect to the solid inner border for 
labels and placards. PHMSA believes that this simple fix and small 
change in the HMR could reduce costs with no degradation in safety.

O. Incorporation of Department of Defense Standards

    In its petition (P-1651), the Department of Defense (DoD) 
Explosives Safety Board requested that PHMSA amend the citations in 
Sec.  171.7(o)(1) and (2) to include the latest detailed publications 
used by the DoD in its examination and classification of explosives. 
PHMSA reviewed and provided feedback to DoD on the proposed changes to 
the manuals. Updating this manual is essential to allowing the DoD to 
safely move explosives in the interest of national security. Therefore, 
PHMSA is proposing to incorporate these documents into the HMR as 
requested.

P. Definitions for ``Basic Description'' and ``Shipping Description''

    In its petition (P-1655), the Dangerous Goods Trainers Association 
(DGTA) proposed that PHMSA revise Sec.  171.8 to add definitions for 
``Basic Description'' and ``Shipping Description.'' The DGTA 
specifically suggested that adding these definitions to the HMR will 
provide vital clarification to the meaning of these terms. The DGTA 
informed PHMSA that its members often receive questions from trainees 
about the terms ``basic description'' and ``shipping description,'' 
which are used to describe the information required on shipping papers 
in accordance with part 172, subpart C of the HMR--Shipping Papers. The 
petition proposes definitions be provided for ``basic description'' and 
``shipping description'' in Sec.  171.8, along with amendments to the 
HMR to ensure that these terms are used consistently and appropriately. 
PHMSA believes there is likely merit in adding these definitions 
without a reduction in safety. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing 
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``basic description'' and ``shipping description'' in Sec.  171.8 of 
the HMR.

Q. Service Pressure Marking for DOT 8 and DOT 8L Cylinders

    In its petition (P-1656), Norris Cylinder proposed that PHMSA 
revise Sec.  178.35(f)(7) to no longer require the marking of the 
service pressure on DOT 8 and DOT 8L cylinders. After both a technical 
and policy review of the petition, PHMSA agrees with Norris Cylinder 
that it was never the intention to require the marking of the service 
pressure on DOT 8 and DOT 8L cylinders. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing 
to revise this section as requested by the petitioner.

R. Incorporation of CGA Publication

    In its petition (P-1657), CGA proposed to IBR updates to the CGA 
publication ``CGA C-7-2014, Guide to Classification and Labeling of 
Compressed Gases, Tenth Edition'' currently listed in Sec.  
171.7(n)(7). This IBR has been updated to meet requirements for the 
U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and was 
previously incorporated into OSHA's regulations in 2012. The CGA is 
requesting that PHMSA permit the use of the 2014 edition of CGA C-7 to 
keep the DOT current with industry practices that are incorporated into 
Appendix A of C-7.
    PHMSA's review of the petition found that there are some editorial 
changes to the text of Appendix A in the 2014 edition that were added 
for clarity but do not impact the use of the required labels. 
Therefore, PHMSA is proposing the incorporation by reference of ``CGA 
C-7-2014, Guide to Classification and Labeling of Compressed Gases, 
Tenth Edition'' into the HMR.

S. Use of Electronic Manifest

    In its petition (P-1659), COSTHA proposed to revise Sec.  172.205 
to permit the use of electronic signatures when completing an EPA form 
8700-22 and 8700-22A. PHMSA reviewed and concurred with this proposed 
change, believing there is likely merit without a reduction in safety. 
Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to add paragraph (j) to permit the use of 
electronic signatures when completing an EPA form 8700-22 and 8700-22A.

T. Marked Date of Manufacture on Composite IBCs

    In its petition (P-1662), Rigid Intermediate Bulk Container 
Association of North America (RIBCNA) proposed to amend Sec.  
178.703(b) to acknowledge that the marked date of manufacture on a 
composite IBC may differ from the marked date of manufacture on the 
inner receptacle of that IBC. The RIBCNA petitioned PHMSA to propose 
the substance of the UN adopted note, ``The date of manufacture of the 
inner receptacle may be different from the marked date of manufacture 
(see 6.5.2.1), repair (see 6.5.4.5.3) or remanufacture (see 6.5.2.4) of 
the composite IBC,'' as a final sentence in Sec.  178.703(b)(6)(i) to 
read as follows: ``The date of manufacture of the inner receptacle may 
be different from the marked date of manufacture required by Sec.  
178.703(a)(1)(iv) or by Sec.  180.352(d)(1)(iv).''
    After a review of the petition, PHMSA found that allowing the inner 
receptacle and the composite IBC to have different date markings will 
have no effect on the safety of the use and manufacture of IBCs. 
Integrating the proposed language into the current HMR will also bring 
rules governing markings of IBCs more in line with current 
international standards. Therefore, PHMSA is proposing a change to the 
HMR to allow the date of manufacture on the inner receptacle to be 
different than on the composite IBC.

U. Basis Weight Tolerances for Liners and Mediums Used in the 
Manufacture of Specification UN 4G Fiberboard Boxes

    In its petition (P-1663), COSTHA requested PHMSA revise the basis 
weight tolerance provided in Sec.  178.516(b)(7) from +/-5 percent to 
+/-10 percent from the nominal basis weight reported in the initial 
design qualification test report.
    PHMSA conducted a review of the petition and found that the 
requested change is unlikely to affect safety in any way and is largely 
following industry practices. The realities of paper manufacturing are 
such that a wide range of basis weights can be found on any large 
enough sample of fiberboard run on the same line to the same 
specification. This revision would only modify the percentage threshold 
for the allowable nominal basis weight for fiberboard boxes and would 
not result in any fundamental changes to testing, recordkeeping, or 
approval processes by either PHMSA or the regulated community. 
Therefore, PHMSA is proposing to revise the basis weight tolerance 
provided in Sec.  178.516(b)(7) from +/-5 percent to +/-10 percent from 
the nominal basis weight reported in the initial design qualification 
test report.

III. Section-by-Section Review

    Below is a section-by-section description of the changes being 
proposed in this NPRM.

A. Section 171.7

    Section 171.7 lists all standards incorporated by reference into 
the HMR that are not specifically set forth in the regulations. This 
NPRM proposes to incorporate by reference publications by the Chlorine 
Institute, the DoD, and the CGA.
    The Chlorine Institute publications include the following:
    1. Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``A'' for 100-lb. & 150-lb. 
Chlorine Cylinders, Edition 12, Revision 2, July 2014. This publication 
is freely available on the Chlorine Institute Web site at: https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/iba-instruction-booklet-chlorine-institute-emergency-kit-a-for-100-lb-and-150-lb-chlorine-cylinders-166.html. This publication provides instructions and illustrates the 
use of Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit 'A'. This booklet provides 
instructions for both generations of Emergency Kit 'A', those 
manufactured before 12/31/12 and after 1/1/13. It also includes 
complete parts list for both generations.;
    2. Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``B'' for Chlorine Ton 
Containers, Edition 11, Revision 1, July 2014. This publication is 
available on the Chlorine Institute Web site at: https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=EPR_IB_B-HC&. This publication provides 
instructions and illustrates the use of Chlorine Institute Emergency 
Kit ``B.'' Includes complete parts list. Depictions of commonly used 
optional devices were added to this edition and numerous editorial 
revisions were made. In addition, instructions on how to apply both the 
current and previous kit devices of Emergency Kit ``B'' are included.
    3. Pamphlet 57, Emergency Shut-Off Systems for Bulk Transfer of 
Chlorine, Edition 6, June 2015. This publication is available on the 
Chlorine Institute Web site at: https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=SPHP0057-HC&. This publication describes 
recommended practices for emergency shut-off protection during chlorine 
transfers involving bulk containers.
    4. Pamphlet 168, Guidelines for Dual Valve Systems for Bulk 
Chlorine

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Transport, Edition 2, July 2015. Pamphlet 168 is to be added to the HMR 
at Sec.  178.337-9. This publication is available on the Chlorine 
Institute Web site at: https://bookstore.chlorineinstitute.org/mm5/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=832f559635b70c753d7a6780f4876094&Store_Code=ci2store&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=SPHP0168-HC&. This publication sets forth 
performance/selection criteria that should be utilized in identifying 
dual valve systems for bulk chlorine transportation applications (i.e., 
tank cars, cargo tanks and barges). These configurations are intended 
to meet DOT and Transport Canada (TC) performance requirements. This 
pamphlet contains information pertaining to standardizations, 
performance/design criteria, operational considerations and 
installation considerations, as well as an appendix that includes valve 
manufacturer information.
    DoD publications include the following:
    1. TB 700-2; NAVSEAINST 8020.8C; TO 11A-1-47: DoD Ammunition and 
Explosives Hazard Classification Procedures, 30 July 2012, into Sec.  
173.56. This publication is freely available on the DoD Web site at: 
https://www.ddesb.pentagon.mil/docs/TB700-2.pdf. This publication sets 
forth detailed procedures for hazard classifying ammunition and 
explosives in accordance with DOT regulations, North Atlantic Treaty 
Organization guidelines, and United Nations recommendations.
    2. DLAR 4145.41/AR 700-143/NAVSUPINST 4030.55D/AFMAN 24-210_IP/MCO 
4030.40C: Packaging of Hazardous Materials, 21 April 2015 into Sec.  
173.7. This publication is freely available on the DoD Web site at: 
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/J5StrategicPlansPolicy/PublicIssuances/r4145.41.pdf. This publication reissues establishes 
uniform policy for packaging hazardous materials for safe, efficient, 
and legal storage, handling, and transportation, to include Department 
of Transportation Special Permit (DOT-SP), Competent Authority Approval 
(CAA), Certificate of Equivalency (COE) and Packaging Waivers for 
Military Air in accordance with AR 700-15/NAVSUPINST 4030.28E/AFJMAN 
24-206/MCO 4030.33E/DLAR 4145.7 (Reference (c)) and Defense 
Transportation Regulation (DTR) 4500.9- R-Part II, Cargo Movement 
(Reference (d)).
    CGA publications include the following:
    1. ``CGA C-7-2014, Guide to Classification and Labeling of 
Compressed Gases, Tenth Edition. During the open comment period of this 
NPRM, this publication is freely available on the CGA Web site at: 
https://www.cganet.com/customer/dot.aspx. This publication states the 
general principles for labels and markings and give recommended minimum 
requirements for many hazardous gases and selected liquids.
    2. CGA V-9, 2012, Compressed Gas Association Standard for 
Compressed Gas Cylinder Valves, Seventh Edition. During the open 
comment period of this NPRM, this publication is freely available on 
the CGA Web site at: https://www.cganet.com/customer/dot.aspx. This 
publication specifies general cylinder valve design, design 
qualification, required markings, and performance requirements such as 
operating temperature limits, pressure ranges, operating torque limits, 
and flow capabilities. Also provided are testing and maintenance 
requirements.

B. Section 172.205

    Section 172.205 describes the requirements for the use of hazardous 
waste manifest. This NPRM proposes to add paragraph (j) to permit the 
use of electronic signatures when completing an EPA form 8700-22 and 
8700-22A.

C. Section 172.407

    Section 172.407 describes the label specifications for packages 
shipping hazardous materials under the HMR. This NPRM proposes to 
revise paragraph (c) to allow for size tolerances for the labels by 
inserting the term ``approximately'' for the inner border to be 5 mm. 
This NPRM also proposes to revise paragraph (f) to address 
inconsistencies between international and domestic labels.

D. Section 172.519

    Section 172.519 describes placard specification for shipments of 
hazardous materials that require placards. This NPRM proposes to revise 
paragraph (c) to allow for size tolerances for the placards by 
inserting the term ``approximately'' for the inner border to be 5 mm.

E. Section 172.604

    Section 172.604 describes the requirements to have an emergency 
response number on shipping papers for shipments of hazardous 
materials. This NPRM proposes to no longer require an emergency 
response number for excepted quantities of hazardous materials by 
revising Sec.  172.604(d).

F. Section 173.5a

    Section 173.5a outlines the requirements for cargo tank motor 
vehicles used for roadway striping. This NPRM proposes to add proper 
shipping names to Sec.  173.5a(c)(1) to the list of authorized 
materials that can be used under this section.

G. Section 173.24a

    Section 173.24a outlines the general requirements for non-bulk 
packages. This NPRM proposes to revise each paragraph in this section 
to allow for packages tested with a liquid material to be filled with a 
solid material of the equivalent packing group.

H. Section 173.31

    Section 173.31 outlines the specifications for the use of tank 
cars. Specifically, Sec.  173.31(e) outlines the specifications for 
tank cars used to transport materials that are poisonous by inhalation. 
This NPRM proposes to remove the reference to the 20-year service life 
for these tank cars in Sec.  173.31(e)(2)(iii), thus extending the 
service life to the standard for all tank cars set forth at Sec.  
215.203 of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.

I. Section 173.150

    Section 173.150 outlines exceptions for Class 3 flammable and 
combustible liquids. This NPRM proposes to change the units in Sec.  
173.150(g) from imperial units to the International System of Units and 
to revise all the units in this section to the International System of 
Units.

J. Section 173.156

    Section 173.156 outlines exceptions for limited quantities and ORM-
D materials. This NPRM proposes to revise Sec.  173.156(b)(2)(iii) to 
allow for pallets to be made of metal, plastic, or composite materials 
in addition to wood.

K. Section 173.301

    Section 173.301 outlines the general requirements for the shipment 
of compressed gases and other hazardous materials in cylinders, UN 
pressure receptacles, and spherical pressure vessels. This NPRM 
proposes to revise Sec.  173.301(a) by adding subparagraphs (11) and 
(12). Paragraph (11) will require all cylinder valves manufactured on 
or after May 4, 2015, to conform to the requirements in CGA V-9-2012, 
as well as requiring UN pressure receptacles to conform to the 
requirements of Sec.  173.301b(c)(1). Paragraph (12) will require that 
cylinder valve protection caps manufactured on or after May 4, 2015, 
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requirements of CGA V-9-2012. Cylinder valve protection caps used on UN 
cylinders must conform to the requirements in Sec.  173.301b(c)(2)(ii).

L. Section 173.306

    Section 173.306 outlines the requirements for limited quantities of 
compressed gases. This NPRM proposes to allow alternate test methods to 
the current hot water bath test in the UN Model Regulations.

M. Section 176.415

    Section 176.415 outlines permit requirements for Division 1.5, 
ammonium nitrates, as well as certain ammonium nitrate fertilizers. 
This NPRM proposes to no longer require written permission from the 
COTP to load or unload limited quantities of ammonium nitrates.

N. Section 178.35

    Section 178.35 outlines the general requirements for specification 
cylinders. This NPRM proposes to revise Sec.  178.35 to no longer 
require the marking of the service pressure for DOT 8 and DOT 8 AL 
cylinders.

O. Section 178.337

    Section 178.337-9 outlines the requirements for pressure relief 
devices, piping, valves, hoses, and fittings. This NPRM proposes to 
revise Sec.  178.337-9(b)(8) to add a reference to allow the use of 
``Sections 4 through 6, Pamphlet 168, Guidelines for Dual Valve Systems 
for Bulk Chlorine Transport, Edition 1, February 2013'' under this 
section.

P. Section 178.516

    Section 178.516 outlines the standards for fiberboard boxes. This 
NPRM proposes to revise Sec.  178.516(b)(7) to allow for the paper wall 
basis weights that vary by not more than +/-10 percent from the nominal 
basis weight reported in the initial design qualification test report.

Q. Section 178.703

    Section 178.703 outlines the marking requirements for IBCs. This 
NPRM proposes to revise Sec.  178.703(b)(6)(i) by clarifying that the 
date of manufacture of the inner receptacle may be different from the 
marked date of manufacturer required by Sec.  178.703(a)(1)(iv) or 
Sec.  180.352(d)(1)(iv) provided that the retest and inspection of the 
IBCs be based on the EARLIEST marked date.

R. Section 180.407

    Section 180.407 outlines the requirements for the testing and 
inspection of specification cargo tanks. This NPRM proposes to revise 
the table in Sec.  180.407(g)(1)(iv) to put the words ``the test 
pressure on the name plate'' in the test pressure column before each 
test pressure specification.

S. Section 180.605

    Section 180.605 outlines the requirements for periodic testing, 
inspection, and repair of portable tanks. This NPRM proposes to revise 
Sec.  180.605(l) by adding Sec.  180.605(l)(2) to allow the owner of a 
portable tank to contact the National Board for a copy of the 
manufacture's data report, if the portable tank was registered with the 
National Board, or copy the information contained on the portable 
tank's specification plate and ASME Code data plates.

IV. Regulatory Analyses and Notices

A. Statutory/Legal Authority for This Rulemaking

    This NPRM is published under authority of the Federal Hazardous 
Materials Transportation Law (Federal Hazmat Law; 49 U.S.C. 5101 et 
seq.). Section 5103(b) of Federal Hazmat Law authorizes the Secretary 
of Transportation to prescribe regulations for the safe transportation, 
including security, of hazardous materials in intrastate, interstate, 
and foreign commerce.

B. Executive Order 12866, Executive Order 13563, Executive Order 13610, 
and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures

    This NPRM is not considered a significant regulatory action under 
Section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866 (``Regulatory Planning and 
Review'') and, therefore, was not reviewed by the Office of Management 
and Budget (OMB). The proposed rule is not considered a significant 
rule under the Regulatory Policies and Procedures order issued by the 
U.S. Department of Transportation [44 FR 11034].
Background
    Executive Orders 12866 (``Regulatory Planning and Review'') and 
13563 (``Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review'') require agencies 
to regulate in the ``most cost-effective manner,'' to make a ``reasoned 
determination that the benefits of the intended regulation justify its 
costs,'' and to develop regulations that ``impose the least burden on 
society.''
    Executive Order 13563 (``Improving Regulation and Regulatory 
Review'') supplements and reaffirms the principles, structures, and 
definitions governing regulatory review that were established in 
Executive Order 12866 of September 30, 1993. In addition, Executive 
Order 13563 specifically requires agencies to: (1) Involve the public 
in the regulatory process; (2) promote simplification and harmonization 
through interagency coordination; (3) identify and consider regulatory 
approaches that reduce burden and maintain flexibility; (4) ensure the 
objectivity of any scientific or technological information used to 
support regulatory action; and (5) consider how to best promote 
retrospective analysis to modify, streamline, expand, or repeal 
existing rules that are outmoded, ineffective, insufficient, or 
excessively burdensome.
    Executive Order 13610 (``Identifying and Reducing Regulatory 
Burdens''), issued May 10, 2012, urges agencies to conduct 
retrospective analyses of existing rules to examine whether they remain 
justified and whether they should be modified or streamlined in light 
of changed circumstances, including the rise of new technologies.
    PHMSA has involved the public in the regulatory process in a 
variety of ways for this proposed rulemaking. Specifically, in this 
rulemaking PHMSA is responding to 25 petitions that have been submitted 
by the public in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act and 
PHMSA's rulemaking procedure regulations (49 CFR 106.95). Key issues 
covered by the petitions include requests from the public to revise 
packaging requirements and incorporate multiple publications by 
reference.
Affected Entities
    This NPRM proposes regulatory changes responding to 25 petitions 
that have been submitted by the public. This NPRM would affect some 
PHMSA stakeholders, including hazardous materials shippers and carriers 
by highway, rail, vessel, and aircraft, as well as package 
manufacturers and testers.
Summary of Costs
    PHMSA anticipates the proposals contained in this rule will have 
minimal costs. For the purposes of analysis PHMSA grouped the proposed 
amendments by the type of change they implement. These groupings 
include Harmonization, Regulatory Clarity/Editorial, Regulatory 
Flexibility, and Incorporation of Standards. We discuss qualitatively 
the cost of these groupings below.
    Harmonization. PHMSA believes that this proposed set of amendments 
aimed at harmonizing the HMR with international standards will increase 
standardization and consistency of regulations, which will result in

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minimal costs. However, if the changes in this proposed rule are not 
adopted in the HMR, U.S. companies, including numerous small entities 
competing in foreign markets, would be at an economic disadvantage. 
These companies would be forced to comply with a dual system of 
regulations. The changes in this proposed rulemaking are intended to 
avoid this result.
    Regulatory Clarity/Editorial. PHMSA believes that this proposed set 
of amendments aimed at improving regulatory clarity and making 
editorial changes would have no cost. These amendments simply clarify 
existing requirements to improve compliance.
    Regulatory Flexibility. PHMSA believes that this proposed set of 
amendments aimed at regulatory flexibility would have no cost. These 
amendments would provide alternative methods of compliance while 
retaining current HMR requirements. Those stakeholders impacted by 
these changes would have the regulatory flexibility to choose the most 
beneficial (e.g. least costly) manner of compliance.
    Incorporation of Standards. PHMSA believes that this proposed set 
of amendments aimed at incorporating consensus industry standards will 
have a marginal cost. This cost would be the cost of purchasing the 
appropriate industry standard.
Summary of Benefits
    While PHMSA anticipates that the proposals contained in this rule 
will have minimal costs, there are corresponding benefits that exceed 
those costs. For the purposes of analysis PHMSA grouped the proposed 
amendments by the type of change they implement. These groupings 
include Harmonization, Regulatory Clarity/Editorial, Regulatory 
Flexibility, and Incorporation of Standards. We discuss qualitatively 
the benefits of these groupings below.
    Harmonization. PHMSA believes that this proposed set of amendments 
aimed at harmonizing the HMR with international standards will increase 
standardization and consistency of regulations, which will result in 
overall marginal benefits. Adopting these amendments would enhance 
transportation safety by increasing the consistency of domestic and 
international hazard hazardous materials transportation regulations. 
American manufacturers of hazardous materials would also benefit with 
continued access to foreign markets. Shippers engaged in domestic and 
international commerce, including trans-border shipments within North 
America would save money and experience fewer regulatory burdens.
    Regulatory Clarity/Editorial. PHMSA believes that this proposed set 
of amendments aimed at improving regulatory clarity and making 
editorial changes would have no cost but may foster greater compliance 
and improved safety. This greater compliance could result in the 
benefit of decreased hazardous materials related injuries.
    Regulatory Flexibility. PHMSA believes that this proposed set of 
amendments aimed at regulatory flexibility would provide alternative 
methods of compliance while retaining current HMR requirements. These 
alternative methods of compliance would provide an equivalent level of 
safety to current requirements. Those stakeholders impacted by these 
changes would have the regulatory flexibility to choose the most 
beneficial manner of compliance.
    Incorporation of Standards. PHMSA believes that this proposed set 
of amendments aimed at incorporating consensus industry standards will 
have benefits associated with increased clarity and consistency. In 
addition, adoption and updating of these standards to current version 
will insure the most recent best practices and technology are 
implemented.
Conclusion
    In this NPRM, we propose to amend miscellaneous provisions in the 
HMR to clarify the provisions and to relax overly burdensome 
requirements. PHMSA anticipates the proposals contained in this rule 
will have marginal economic benefits to the regulated community with 
minimal costs. This NPRM is designed to increase the clarity of the 
HMR, thereby increasing voluntary compliance while reducing compliance 
costs.

C. Executive Order 13132

    This proposed rule was analyzed in accordance with the principles 
and criteria contained in Executive Order 13132 (``Federalism''). This 
proposed rule would preempt State, local, and Indian tribe requirements 
but does not propose any regulation that has substantial direct effects 
on the states, the relationship between the national government and the 
states, or the distribution of power and responsibilities among the 
various levels of government. Therefore, the consultation and funding 
requirements of Executive Order 13132 do not apply.
    The Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Law, 49 U.S.C. 
5125(b)(1), contains an express preemption provision (49 U.S.C. 
5125(b)) preempting State, local, and Indian tribe requirements on 
certain covered subjects. Covered subjects are:
    (i) The designation, description, and classification of hazardous 
materials;
    (ii) The packing, repacking, handling, labeling, marking, and 
placarding of hazardous materials;
    (iii) The preparation, execution, and use of shipping documents 
related to hazardous materials and requirements related to the number, 
content, and placement of those documents;
    (iv) The written notification, recording, and reporting of the 
unintentional release in transportation of hazardous materials; or
    (v) The design, manufacture, fabrication, marking, maintenance, 
reconditioning, repair, or testing of a packaging or container which is 
represented, marked, certified, or sold as qualified for use in the 
transport of hazardous materials.
    This proposed rule concerns the classification, packaging, marking, 
labeling, and handling of hazardous materials, among other covered 
subjects. If adopted, this rule would preempt any State, local, or 
Indian tribe requirements concerning these subjects unless the non-
Federal requirements are ``substantively the same'' as the Federal 
requirements. (See 49 CFR 107.202(d).)
    The Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Law provides at 49 
U.S.C. 5125(b)(2) that if PHMSA issues a regulation concerning any of 
the covered subjects, PHMSA must determine and publish in the Federal 
Register the effective date of Federal preemption. That effective date 
may not be earlier than the 90th day following the date of issuance of 
the final rule and not later than two years after the date of issuance. 
PHMSA proposes the effective date of Federal preemption be 90 days from 
publication of a final rule in this matter in the Federal Register.

D. Executive Order 13175

    This proposed rule has been analyzed in accordance with the 
principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 13175 
(``Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments''). 
Because this proposed rule does not have tribal implications and does 
not impose substantial direct compliance costs on Indian tribal 
governments, the funding and consultation requirements of Executive 
Order 13175 do not apply, and a tribal summary impact statement is not 
required.

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E. Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Order 13272, and DOT 
Procedures and Policies

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires an 
agency to review regulations to assess their impact on small entities 
unless the agency determines the rule is not expected to have a 
significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. This 
proposed rule would amend miscellaneous provisions in the HMR to 
clarify provisions based on petitions for rulemaking. While maintaining 
safety, it would relax certain requirements that are overly burdensome 
and provide clarity where requested by the regulated community. The 
proposed changes are generally intended to provide relief to shippers, 
carriers, and packaging manufacturers, including small entities.
    The Regulatory Flexibility Act directs agencies to establish 
exceptions and differing compliance standards for small businesses, 
where it is possible to do so and still meet the objectives of 
applicable regulatory statutes. In the case of hazardous materials 
transportation, it is not possible to establish exceptions or differing 
standards and still accomplish our safety objectives.
    The proposed changes are generally intended to provide relief to 
shippers, carriers, and packaging manufactures and testers, including 
small entities. Therefore, this proposed rule will not have a 
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.
    This proposed rule has been developed in accordance with Executive 
Order 13272 (``Proper Consideration of Small Entities in Agency 
Rulemaking'') and the DOT's procedures and policies to promote 
compliance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act to ensure that potential 
impacts of draft rules on small entities are properly considered.

F. Paperwork Reduction Act

    This proposed rule does not impose any new information collection 
requirements, and in one instance, marginally decreases the information 
collection burden on the reregulated community. Specifically, the 
following information collection requirement is affected by this 
rulemaking:
    OMB Control No. 2137-0034: Hazardous Materials Shipping Papers and 
Emergency Response Information.
    Decrease in Annual Number of Respondents: 1,000.
    Decrease in Annual Responses: 1,666,667.
    Decrease in Annual Burden Hours: 4,629.
    Decrease in Annual Burden Cost: $95,403.69.
    PHMSA estimates that no longer requiring the emergency response 
number for limited quantity shipments by vessel will reduce the number 
of burden hours by 4,629. PHMSA estimates that no longer requiring the 
emergency response number on shipping paper will save 10 seconds per 
shipping paper and affect 1,666,667 shipments per year. PHMSA estimates 
a savings of $.06 per shipment resulting in cost savings of $95,403.69.
    Please direct your requests for a copy of this final information 
collection to Steven Andrews or T. Glenn Foster, Office of Hazardous 
Materials Standards (PHH-12), Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety 
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 
20590-0001.

G. Regulatory Identifier Number (RIN)

    A regulatory identifier number (RIN) is assigned to each regulatory 
action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations. The 
Regulatory Information Service Center publishes the Unified Agenda in 
April and October of each year. The RIN number contained in the heading 
of this document can be used to cross-reference this action with the 
Unified Agenda.

H. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    This proposed rule does not impose unfunded mandates under the 
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995. It does not result in costs of 
$141.3 million or more to either State, local, or tribal governments, 
in the aggregate, or to the private sector, and is the least burdensome 
alternative that achieves the objective of the rule.

I. Environmental Assessment

    The National Environmental Policy Act, 42 U.S.C. 4321-4375, 
requires Federal agencies to analyze proposed actions to determine 
whether the action will have a significant impact on the human 
environment. The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations 
require Federal agencies to conduct an environmental review 
considering: (1) The need for the proposed action; (2) alternatives to 
the proposed action; (3) probable environmental impacts of the proposed 
action and alternatives; and (4) the agencies and persons consulted 
during the consideration process.
Need for the Proposed Action
    In response to petitions for rulemaking submitted by the regulated 
community, PHMSA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations 
(HMR; 49 CFR parts 171-180) to update, clarify, or provide relief from 
miscellaneous regulatory requirements. Specifically, PHMSA is proposing 
amendments that include, but are not limited to, the following: 
Incorporating by Reference (IBR) multiple publications from both the 
Compressed Gas Association (CGA) and the Chlorine Institute; addressing 
inconsistencies with domestic and international labels and placards; 
permitting alternative testing for aerosols; excepting excepted 
quantities from the emergency response telephone requirement; allowing 
electronic signatures for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 
manifest forms; and no longer requiring the service pressure to be 
marked on Department of Transportation (DOT) 8 and 8L cylinders.
    These amendments are intended to promote safety, regulatory relief, 
and clarity. The proposed changes were identified in response to 
petitions from stakeholders affected by the HMR. These proposed minor 
changes will clarify the HMR and enhance safety, while offering some 
net economic benefits.
    This action is necessary to: (1) Fulfill our statutory directive to 
promote transportation safety; (2) fulfill our statutory directive 
under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) that requires Federal 
agencies to give interested persons the right to petition an agency to 
issue, amend, or repeal a rule (5 U.S.C. 553(e)); (3) support 
governmental efforts to provide regulatory relief to the regulated 
community; (4) address safety concerns raised by petitioners and remove 
identified regulatory ambiguity; and (5) simplify and clarify the 
regulations in order to promote understanding and compliance.
    The intended effect of this action is to enhance the safe 
transportation of hazardous materials and, in conjunction, clarify, 
simplify, and relax certain regulatory requirements for carriers, 
shippers, and other stakeholders. These regulatory revisions will offer 
more efficient and effective ways of achieving the PHMSA goal of safe 
and secure transportation, protecting both people and the environment, 
of hazardous materials in commerce.
Alternatives
    In proposing this rulemaking, PHMSA is considering the following 
alternatives:
Alternative 1: No Action
    If PHMSA chose this alternative, it would not proceed with any 
rulemaking on this subject and the current regulatory standards would 
remain in

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effect. This option would not address outstanding petitions for 
rulemaking. We rejected the no action alternative.
Alternative 2: Go Forward With the Proposed Amendments to the HMR in 
This NPRM
    This alternative is the current proposal as it appears in this 
NPRM, applying to transport of hazardous materials by highway, rail, 
vessel, and aircraft. The proposed amendments encompassed in this 
alternative are more fully addressed in the preamble and regulatory 
text sections of the NPRM.
Probable Environmental Impacts of the Alternatives
    When developing potential regulatory requirements, PHMSA evaluates 
those requirements to consider the environmental impact of each 
amendment. Specifically, PHMSA evaluates the: Risk of release and 
resulting environmental impact; risk to human safety, including any 
risk to first responders; longevity of the packaging; and if the 
proposed regulation would be carried out in a defined geographic area, 
the resources, especially any sensitive areas, and how they could be 
impacted by any proposed regulations. Of the regulatory changes 
proposed in this rulemaking, most have been determined to be 
clarification, technology/design updates, harmonization, regulatory 
flexibility, standard incorporation, or editorial in nature. As such, 
these amendments have little or no impact on: The risk of release and 
resulting environmental impact; human safety; or longevity of the 
packaging. None of these amendments would be carried out in a defined 
geographic area, i.e., this is a nation-wide rule making.
Alternative 1: No Action
    If PHMSA were to select the No Action Alternative, current 
regulations would remain in place, and no new provisions would be 
added. However, efficiencies gained through harmonization in updates to 
transport standards, lists of regulated substances, definitions, 
packagings, markings requirements, shipper requirements, modal 
requirements, etc., would not be realized. Foregone efficiencies in the 
No Action Alternative also include freeing up limited resources to 
concentrate on hazardous materials transportation issues of potentially 
much greater environmental impact. Not adopting the proposed 
environmental and safety requirements in the NPRM under the No Action 
Alternative would result in a lost opportunity for reducing negative 
environmental and safety-related impacts. Greenhouse gas emissions 
would remain the same under the No Action Alternative.
Alternative 2: Go Forward With the Proposed Amendments to the HMR in 
This NPRM:
    The Preferred Alternative encompasses enhanced and clarified 
regulatory requirements, which would result in increased compliance and 
less negative environmental and safety impacts. The table below 
summarizes possible environmental benefits and any potential negative 
impacts for the amendments proposed in the NPRM. A detailed discussion 
on the potential environmental impacts of each type of amendment is 
included in the complete EA placed in the docket for this rulemaking.

         Summary of Probable Environmental Impacts by Amendments
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                           Probable
  Proposed amendment(s) to HMR          Type of          environmental
   (lettered as above herein)        amendment(s)          impact(s)
                                                          anticipated
------------------------------------------------------------------------
A. Testing for Aerosols.........  Harmonization.....  No impacts--
                                                       slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
B. Cargo Tank Specification.....  Regulatory Clarity  No impacts--
                                                       slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
C. Chlorine Institute             Update              No impacts--
 Publications.                     (Publications).     slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
D. International Label and        Harmonization.....  Slightly positive
 Placard Consistency.                                  benefits.
E. Limited Quantities of          Exception.........  No impacts.
 Ammonium Nitrate by Vessel.
F. Use of Combination Packages    Regulatory          Very slight,
 Tested with a Liquid.             Flexibility.        negligible, or no
                                                       impacts.
G. Shipping Names for Roadway     Editorial.........  No impacts.
 Stripping Vehicles.
H. Toxic by Inhalation (TIH)      Regulatory          No impacts.
 Tank Car Lifespan.                Flexibility.
I. Limited Quantity Pallets.....  Regulatory          No impacts--
                                   Flexibility.        slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
J. Emergency Response Numbers...  Harmonization.....  No impacts.
K. Units of Measurement for       Harmonization/      No impacts.
 Limited Quantities of Ethyl       Editorial.
 Alcohol.
L. Cylinder Valves and            Standard            No impacts--
 Protection Caps.                  Incorporation.      slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
M. Recordkeeping Requirements     Regulatory          No impacts--
 for Portable Tanks.               Clarity,            slightly positive
                                   Harmonization.      benefits.
N. Printing Tolerances for        Regulatory          Slightly positive
 Labels and Placards.              Flexibility.        benefits.
O. Incorporation of Department    Standard            Slightly positive--
 of Defense (DoD) Standards.       Incorporation.      moderate
                                                       benefits.
P. Definitions for ``Basic        Regulatory Clarity  No impacts--
 Description'' and ``Shipping                          slightly positive
 Description''.                                        impacts.
Q. Service Pressure Marking for   Regulatory          No impacts.
 DOT 8 and DOT 8L Cylinders.       Flexibility.
R. Incorporation of CGA           Standard            No impacts--
 Publications.                     Incorporation.      slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
S. Use of Electronic Manifest...  Update (Technology/ No impacts--
                                   Design),            slightly positive
                                   Regulatory          benefits.
                                   Flexibility.
T. Marked Date of Manufacture on  Harmonization.....  No impacts--
 Composite IBCs.                                       slightly positive
                                                       benefits.
X. Basis Weight Tolerances for    Regulatory          No impacts.
 Liners and Mediums Used in the    Flexibility.
 Manufacture of Specification UN
 4G Boxes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------


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    If PHMSA selects the provisions as proposed in this NPRM, we 
believe that safety and environmental risks would be reduced and that 
protections to human health and environmental resources would be 
increased.
Agencies Consulted
    This NPRM would affect some PHMSA stakeholders, including hazardous 
materials shippers and carriers by highway, rail, vessel, and aircraft, 
as well as package manufacturers and testers. PHMSA sought comment on 
the environmental assessment contained in the April 26, 2012, NPRM 
published under Docket PHMSA 2011-0138 [77 FR 24885] (HM-218G); 
however, PHMSA did not receive any comments on the environmental 
assessment contained in that rulemaking. In addition, PHMSA sought 
comment from the following Federal Agencies and modal partners:

 Department of Defense
 Environmental Protection Agency
 Federal Aviation Administration
 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
 Federal Railroad Administration

    PHMSA did not receive any adverse comments on the amendments 
proposed in this NPRM from these Federal Agencies.
Conclusion
    The proposed amendments are intended to update, clarify, or provide 
relief from certain existing regulatory requirements to promote safer 
transportation practices; eliminate unnecessary regulatory 
requirements; facilitate international commerce; and make these 
requirements easier to understand. These proposed amendments, if 
adopted, will foster a greater level of compliance with the HMR and 
thus the net environmental impact of this proposal will be slightly 
positive.
    The provisions of this proposed rule build on current regulatory 
requirements to enhance the transportation safety and security of 
shipments of hazardous materials transported by highway, rail, aircraft 
and vessel, thereby reducing the risks of an accidental or intentional 
release of hazardous materials and consequent environmental damage. 
PHMSA believes that there are no non-negligible environmental impacts 
associated with this proposed rule.
    PHMSA welcomes any views, data, or information related to 
environmental impacts that may result if the proposed requirements are 
adopted, as well as possible alternatives and their environmental 
impacts.

J. Privacy Act

    Anyone is able to search the electronic form of any written 
communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the 
name of the individual submitting the document (or signing the 
document, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor 
union, etc.). DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any 
personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as 
described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can 
be reviewed at www.dot.gov/privacy.

K. Executive Order 13609 and International Trade Analysis

    Under Executive Order 13609 (``Promoting International Regulatory 
Cooperation''), agencies must consider whether the impacts associated 
with significant variations between domestic and international 
regulatory approaches are unnecessary or may impair the ability of 
American business to export and compete internationally. In meeting 
shared challenges involving health, safety, labor, security, 
environmental, and other issues, international regulatory cooperation 
can identify approaches that are at least as protective as those that 
are or would be adopted in the absence of such cooperation. 
International regulatory cooperation can also reduce, eliminate, or 
prevent unnecessary differences in regulatory requirements.
    Similarly, the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 (Pub. L. 96-39), as 
amended by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act (Pub. L. 103-465), 
prohibits Federal agencies from establishing any standards or engaging 
in related activities that create unnecessary obstacles to the foreign 
commerce of the United States. For purposes of these requirements, 
Federal agencies may participate in the establishment of international 
standards, so long as the standards have a legitimate domestic 
objective, such as providing for safety, and do not operate to exclude 
imports that meet this objective. The statute also requires 
consideration of international standards and, where appropriate, that 
they be the basis for U.S. standards.
    PHMSA participates in the establishment of international standards 
in order to protect the safety of the American public, and we have 
assessed the effects of the proposed rule to ensure that it does not 
cause unnecessary obstacles to foreign trade. Accordingly, this 
rulemaking is consistent with Executive Order 13609 and PHMSA's 
obligations under the Trade Agreement Act, as amended.

L. National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act

    The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 
U.S.C. 272 note) directs Federal agencies to use voluntary consensus 
standards in their regulatory activities unless doing so would be 
inconsistent with applicable law or otherwise impractical. Voluntary 
consensus standards are technical standards (e.g. specification of 
materials, test methods, or performance requirements) that are 
developed or adopted by voluntary consensus standard bodies. This NPRM 
does not involve voluntary consensus standards.

List of Subjects

49 CFR Part 171

    Definitions and abbreviations, Exports, Hazardous materials 
transportation, Hazardous waste, Imports, Incorporation by reference, 
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

49 CFR Part 172

    Education, Hazardous materials transportation, Hazardous waste, 
Labeling, Markings, Packaging and containers, Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements.

49 CFR Part 173

    Hazardous materials transportation, Packaging and containers, 
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Training.

49 CFR Part 176

    Hazardous materials transportation, Maritime carriers, Reporting 
and recordkeeping requirements.

49 CFR Part 178

    Hazardous materials transportation, Incorporation by reference, 
Motor vehicle safety, Packaging and containers, Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements.

49 CFR Part 180

    Hazardous materials transportation, Motor carriers, Motor vehicle 
safety, Packaging and containers, Railroad safety, Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements.

    In consideration of the foregoing, we are proposing to amend 49 CFR 
chapter I as follows:

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PART 171--GENERAL INFORMATION, REGULATIONS, AND DEFINITIONS

0
1. The authority citation for part 171 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; Pub. L. 101-410, section 
4 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104-121, sections 212-213; Pub. L. 
104-134, section 31001; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

0
2. In Sec.  171.7:
0
a. Revise paragraphs (l)(1), (2), and (5);
0
b. Add paragraph (l)(12);
0
c. Revise paragraph (n)(7); and
0
d. Revise paragraph (o).
    The revisions and additions read as follows:


Sec.  171.7  Reference material.

* * * * *
    (l) * * *
    (1) Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``A'' for 100-lb. & 150-lb. 
Chlorine Cylinders (with the exception of repair method using Device 8 
for side leaks), Edition 12, January 2013, into Sec.  173.3.
    (2) Chlorine Institute Emergency Kit ``B'' for Chlorine Ton 
Containers (with the exception of repair method using Device 9 for side 
leaks), Edition 10, January 2009, into Sec.  173.3.
* * * * *
    (5) Section 3, Pamphlet 57, Emergency Shut-Off Systems for Bulk 
Transfer of Chlorine, Edition 5, Revision 1, March 2009, into Sec.  
177.840.
* * * * *
    (12) Sections 4 through 6, Pamphlet 168, Guidelines for Dual Valve 
Systems for Bulk Chlorine Transport, Edition 1, February 2013, into 
Sec.  178.337-9.
* * * * *
    (n) * * *
    (7) CGA C-7-2014, Guide to Classification and Labeling of 
Compressed Gases, Tenth Edition, November 2014, into Sec.  172.400a.
* * * * *
    (o) Department of Defense (DoD), DoD Explosives Safety Board, 4800 
Mark Center Drive, Suite 16E12, Alexandria, VA 22350, https://www.ddesb.pentagon.mil/; or Defense Logistics Agency, Technical and 
Quality Assurance Division, 8725 John J. Kingman Rd., Fort Belvoir, VA 
22060, https://www.dla.mil/Pages/default.aspx.
    (1) DOD TB 700-2; NAVSEAINST 8020.8C; TO 11A-1-47: Ammunition and 
Explosives Hazard Classification Procedures, July 30, 2012, into Sec.  
173.56.
    (2) DOD DLAR 4145.41/AR 700-143/NAVSUPINST 4030.55D/AFMAN 24-
210_IP/MCO 4030.40C: Packaging of Hazardous Material, April 21, 2015, 
into Sec.  173.7.
* * * * *

PART 172--HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TABLE, SPECIAL PROVISIONS, HAZARDOUS 
MATERIALS COMMUNICATIONS, EMERGENCY RESPONSE INFORMATION, TRAINING 
REQUIREMENTS, AND SECURITY PLANS

0
3. The authority citation for part 172 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.81, 1.96 and 
1.97.

0
4. In Sec.  172.205, paragraph (j) is added to read as follows:


Sec.  172.205  Hazardous waste manifest.

* * * * *
    (j) Electronic manifests that are obtained, completed, and 
transmitted in accordance with 40 CFR 262.20(a)(3), and used in 
accordance with Sec.  262.24 in lieu of EPA Forms 8700-22 and 8700-22A 
are the legal equivalent of paper manifest forms bearing handwritten 
signatures, and satisfy for all purposes any requirements in these 
regulations to obtain, complete, sign, provide, use, or retain a 
manifest. Electronic signatures in conformance with 40 CFR 262.25 are 
therefore acceptable in lieu of handwritten signatures required by 
paragraphs (c) and (d) of this section provided one printed copy of the 
electronic manifest bearing the electronic signature is provided to the 
initial transporter as required by 40 CFR 262.24(d).
0
5. In Sec.  172.407, paragraphs (c) and (f) are revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  172.407  Label specifications.

* * * * *
    (c) Size. (1) Each diamond (square-on-point) label prescribed in 
this subpart must be at least 100 mm (3.9 inches) on each side with 
each side having a solid line inner border approximately 5 mm inside 
and parallel to the edge. The 5 mm measurement must be located from the 
outside edge of the label to the outside of the solid line forming the 
inner border. The width of the solid line forming the inner border must 
be at least 2 mm.
    (i) If the size of the package so requires, the dimensions of the 
label and its features may be reduced provided the symbol and other 
elements of the label remain clearly visible. The solid line forming 
the inner border must remain approximately 5 mm from the outside edge 
of the label and the minimum width of the line must remain 2 mm.
    (ii) Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in 
approximate proportion to those shown in Sec. Sec.  172.411 through 
172.448 of this subpart, as appropriate.
    (iii) Transitional exception--A label in conformance with the 
requirements of this paragraph in effect on December 31, 2014, may 
continue to be used until December 31, 2016.
    (iv) For domestic transportation, a packaging labeled prior to 
January 1, 2017 and in conformance with the requirements of this 
paragraph in effect on December 31, 2014, may continue in service until 
the end of its useful life.
    (2) The CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY label must be a rectangle measuring at 
least 110 mm (4.3 inches) in height by 120 mm (4.7 inches) in width. 
The words ``CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY'' must be shown in letters measuring at 
least 6.3 mm (0.25 inches) in height.
    (3) Except as otherwise provided in this subpart, the hazard class 
number, or division number, as appropriate, must be at least 6.3 mm 
(0.25 inches) and not greater than 12.7 mm (0.5 inches).
    (4) When text indicating a hazard is displayed on a label, the 
label name must be shown in letters measuring at least 7.6 mm (0.3 
inches) in height. For SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTIBLE or DANGEROUS WHEN WET 
labels, the words ``Spontaneously'' and ``When Wet'' must be shown in 
letters measuring at least 5.1 mm (0.2 inches) in height.
    (5) The symbol on each label must be proportionate in size to that 
shown in the appropriate section of this subpart.
* * * * *
    (f) Exceptions. Except for materials poisonous by inhalation (see 
Sec.  171.8 of this chapter), a label conforming to specifications in 
the UN Recommendations, the ICAO Technical Instructions, the IMDG Code, 
or the Transport Canada TDG Regulations (IBR, see Sec.  171.7 of this 
chapter) may be used in place of a corresponding label that conforms to 
the requirements of this subpart.
* * * * *
0
6. In Sec.  172.519, paragraphs (c) and (f) are revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  172.519  General specifications for placards.

* * * * *
    (c) Size. (1) Each diamond (square-on-point) placard prescribed in 
this subpart must measure at least 250 mm (9.84 inches) on each side 
and must have a solid line inner border approximately 12.5 mm inside 
and parallel to the edge. The 12.5 mm measurement is from the outside 
edge of the placard to the outside of the solid line forming the inner 
border.
    (i) Transitional exceptions. A placard in conformance with the 
requirements of this paragraph in effect on December

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31, 2014, may continue to be used until December 31, 2016.
    (ii) For domestic transportation, a placard manufactured prior to 
January 1, 2017 in conformance with the requirements of this paragraph 
in effect on December 31, 2014, may continue in service until the end 
of its useful life provided the color tolerances are maintained and are 
in accordance with the display requirements of this chapter.
    (2) Except as otherwise provided in this subpart, the hazard class 
or division number, as appropriate, must be shown in numerals measuring 
at least 41 mm (1.6 inches) in height.
    (3) Except as otherwise provided in this subpart, when text 
indicating a hazard is displayed on a placard, the printing must be in 
letters measuring at least 41 mm (1.6 inches) in height.
* * * * *
    (f) Exceptions. When hazardous materials are offered for 
transportation or transported under the provisions of subpart C of part 
171 of this chapter, a placard conforming to the specifications in the 
UN Recommendations, the ICAO Technical Instructions, the IMDG Code, or 
the Transport Canada TDG Regulations (IBR, see Sec.  171.7 of this 
chapter) may be used in place of a corresponding placard conforming to 
the requirements of this subpart. However, a bulk packaging, transport 
vehicle, or freight container containing a material poisonous by 
inhalation (see Sec.  171.8 of this chapter) must be placarded in 
accordance with this subpart (see Sec.  171.23(b)(10) of this chapter).
* * * * *
0
7. In Sec.  172.604, paragraph (d) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  172.604  Emergency response telephone number.

* * * * *
    (d) The requirements of this section do not apply to--
    (1) Hazardous materials that are offered for transportation under 
the provisions applicable to limited quantities or excepted quantities; 
or
    (2) Materials properly described under the following shipping 
names:
    Battery powered equipment.
    Battery powered vehicle.
    Carbon dioxide, solid.
    Castor bean.
    Castor flake.
    Castor meal.
    Castor pomace.
    Consumer commodity.
    Dry ice.
    Engines, internal combustion.
    Fish meal, stabilized.
    Fish scrap, stabilized.
    Krill Meal, PG III.
    Refrigerating machine.
    Vehicle, flammable gas powered.
    Vehicle, flammable liquid powered.
    Wheelchair, electric.
    (3) Transportation vehicles or freight containers containing lading 
that has been fumigated and displaying the FUMIGANT marking (see Sec.  
172.302(g)) as required by Sec.  173.9 of this chapter, unless other 
hazardous materials are present in the cargo transport unit.

PART 173--SHIPPERS--GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIPMENTS AND 
PACKAGINGS

0
8. The authority citation for part 173 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 5101-5128, 44701; 49 CFR 1.81, 1.96 and 
1.97.

0
9. In Sec.  173.5a, paragraph (c)(1) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  173.5a  Oilfield service vehicles, mechanical displacement meter 
provers, and roadway striping vehicles exceptions.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) Authorized materials. Only the hazardous materials listed in 
the table below may be transported in roadway striping vehicles. Cargo 
tanks may not be filled to a capacity that would be greater than liquid 
full at 130[emsp14][deg]F.

                                         Hazardous Materials Description
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                       Hazard  class/
        Proper shipping name              division           Identification No.             Packing group
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Adhesives, containing a flammable                    3  UN1133.....................  II
 liquid.
Paint including paint, lacquer,                      3  UN1263.....................  II
 enamel, stain, shellac solution,
 varnish, polish, liquid filler,
 and liquid lacquer base.
Paint related material including                     3  UN1263.....................  II
 paint thinning drying, removing,
 or reducing compound.
Flammable liquids, n.o.s.\a\.......                  3  UN1993.....................  II
Gasoline...........................                  3  UN1203.....................  II
Acetone \b\........................                  3  UN1090.....................  II
Dichloromethane \b\................                6.1  UN1593.....................  III
Ethyl methyl ketone or Methyl ethyl                  3  UN1193.....................  II
 ketone \b\.
Ethyl acetate \b\..................                  3  UN1173.....................  II
Methanol \b\.......................                  3  UN1230.....................  II
Organic peroxide type E, liquid                    5.2  UN3107.....................  NA
 (Dibenzoyl peroxide) \c\.
Petroleum distillates, n.o.s. or                     3  UN1268.....................  III
 Petroleum products, n.o.s.\b\.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane \b\..........                6.1  UN2831.....................  III
Toluene \b\........................                  3  UN1294.....................  II
Xylenes \b\........................                  3  UN1307.....................  II, III
Environmentally hazardous                            9  UN3082.....................  III
 substance, liquid, n.o.s.\c\.
Corrosive liquid, basic, organic,                    8  UN3267.....................  III
 n.o.s.\c\.
Corrosive liquids, n.o.s.\c\.......                  8  UN1760.....................  III
Elevated temperature liquid,                         9  UN3257.....................  III
 n.o.s., at or above 100 [deg]C and
 below its flash point (including
 molten metals, molten salts, etc.)
 \d\.
Amines, liquid, corrosive,                           8  UN2735.....................  III
 n.o.s.\c\ or Polyamines, liquid,
 corrosive, n.o.s.\c\.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
\a\: Adhesive containing ethyl acetate.
\b\: Solvent.
\c\: Catalyst.
\d\: Thermoplastic material non-hazardous at room temperature.


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* * * * *
0
10. In Sec.  173.24a, revise paragraphs (b)(1) and (3) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  173.24a  Additional general requirements for non-bulk packagings 
and packages.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) A single or composite non-bulk packaging may be filled with a 
liquid hazardous material only when the specific gravity of the 
material or gross mass of the package does not exceed that marked on 
the packaging, or a specific gravity of 1.2 if not marked, except as 
follows:
    (i) A Packing Group I packaging may be used for a Packing Group II 
material with a specific gravity not exceeding the greater of 1.8, or 
1.5 times the specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked on 
the packaging, provided all the performance criteria can still be met 
with the higher specific gravity material;
    (ii) A Packing Group I packaging may be used for a Packing Group 
III material with a specific gravity not exceeding the greater of 2.7, 
or 2.25 times the specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked 
on the packaging, provided all the performance criteria can still be 
met with the higher specific gravity material; and
    (iii) A Packing Group II packaging may be used for a Packing Group 
III material with a specific gravity not exceeding the greater of 1.8, 
or 1.5 times the specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked 
on the packaging, provided all the performance criteria can still be 
met with the higher specific gravity material.
* * * * *
    (3) A single or composite non-bulk packaging which is tested and 
marked for liquid hazardous materials may be filled with a solid 
hazardous material to a gross mass, in kilograms, not exceeding the 
rated capacity of the packaging in liters, or gross mass of the 
package, multiplied by the specific gravity or gross mass of the 
package marked on the packaging, or 1.2 if not marked. In addition:
    (i) A single or composite non-bulk packaging which is tested and 
marked for Packing Group I liquid hazardous materials may be filled 
with a solid Packing Group II hazardous material to a gross mass, in 
kilograms, not exceeding the rated capacity of the packaging in liters, 
or gross mass of the package, multiplied by 1.5, multiplied by the 
specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked on the packaging, 
or 1.2 if not marked.
    (ii) A single or composite non-bulk packaging which is tested and 
marked for Packing Group I liquid hazardous materials may be filled 
with a solid Packing Group III hazardous material to a gross mass, in 
kilograms, not exceeding the rated capacity of the packaging in liters, 
or gross mass of the package, multiplied by 2.25, multiplied by the 
specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked on the packaging, 
or 1.2 if not marked.
    (iii) A single or composite non-bulk packaging which is tested and 
marked for Packing Group II liquid hazardous materials may be filled 
with a solid Packing Group III hazardous material to a gross mass, in 
kilograms, not exceeding the rated capacity of the packaging in liters, 
or gross mass of the package, multiplied by 1.5, multiplied by the 
specific gravity or gross mass of the package marked on the packaging, 
or 1.2 if not marked.
* * * * *
0
11. In Sec.  173.31, paragraph (e) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  173.31  Use of tank cars.

* * * * *
    (e) Special requirements for materials poisonous by inhalation--(1) 
Interior heater coils. Tank cars used for materials poisonous by 
inhalation may not have interior heater coils.
    (2) Tank car specifications. A tank car used for a material 
poisonous by inhalation must have a tank test pressure of 20.7 Bar (300 
psig) or greater, head protection, and a metal jacket (e.g., DOT 
105S300W), except that--
    (i) A higher test pressure is required if otherwise specified in 
this chapter; and
    (ii) Each tank car constructed on or after March 16, 2009, and used 
for the transportation of PIH materials must meet the applicable 
authorized tank car specifications and standards listed in Sec.  
173.244(a)(2) or (3) and Sec.  173.314(c) or (d).
    (iii) [Reserved]
    (iv) A tank car owner retiring or otherwise removing a tank car 
from service transporting materials poisonous by inhalation, other than 
because of damage to the car, must retire or remove cars constructed of 
non-normalized steel in the head or shell before removing any car in 
service transporting materials poisonous by inhalation constructed of 
normalized steel meeting the applicable DOT specification.
* * * * *
0
12. In Sec.  173.150, paragraph (g) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  173.150  Exceptions for Class 3 (flammable and combustible 
liquids).

* * * * *
    (g) Limited quantities of retail products containing ethyl alcohol. 
(1) Beverages, food, cosmetics and medicines, medical screening 
solutions, and concentrates sold as retail products containing ethyl 
alcohol classed as a flammable liquid or flammable solid containing not 
more than 70% ethyl alcohol by volume for liquids, by weight for solids 
are excepted from the HMR provided that:
    (i) For non-glass inner packagings:
    (A) The volume does not exceed 16 fluid ounces (473 mL) in capacity 
for liquids; or
    (B) For volumes greater than 16 fluid ounces (473 mL) but not 
exceeding 1 gallon (5 L) the company name and the words ``Contains 
Ethyl Alcohol'' are marked on the package;
    (C) Solids containing ethyl alcohol may be packaged in non-glass 
inner packagings not exceeding 1 pounds (.45 kg) capacity;
    (D) For weight greater than 1 pounds (.45 kg) up to 8 pounds (3.6 
kg) the company name and the words ``Contains Ethyl Alcohol'' are 
marked on the package.
    (ii) For glass inner packagings:
    (A) The volume does not exceed 8 fluid ounces (236 mL) in capacity; 
or
    (B) For volumes greater than 8 fluid ounces (236 mL) to 16 fluid 
ounces (473 mL) the company name and the words ``Contains Ethyl 
Alcohol'' are marked on the package;
    (C) Solids containing ethyl alcohol may be packaged in glass inner 
packagings not exceeding \1/2\ pounds (.23 kg);
    (D) For weight greater than \1/2\ pound (.23 kg) up to 1 pounds 
(.45 kg) the company name and the words ``Contains Ethyl Alcohol'' are 
marked on the package.
    (iii) The net liquid contents of all inner packagings in any single 
outer packaging may not exceed 192 fluid ounces (5.6 liters). The net 
solid contents of all inner packagings in any single outer packaging 
may not exceed 32 pounds (14.5 kg). The gross weight of any single 
outer package shipped may not exceed 65 pounds (29.4 kg); Inner 
packagings must be secured and cushioned within the outer package to 
prevent breakage, leakage, and movement.
    (2) Beverages, food, cosmetics and medicines, medical screening 
solutions, and concentrates sold as retail products containing ethyl 
alcohol classed as a flammable liquid or flammable solid containing 
more than 70% ethyl alcohol by volume, by weight for solids are 
excepted from the HMR provided that:

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    (i) For inner packagings containing liquids the volume does not 
exceed 8 fluid ounces (250 mL) in capacity;
    (ii) Solids containing ethyl alcohol are not packed in inner 
packagings exceeding \1/2\ pound (0.23 kg) in weight;
    (iii) The net liquid contents of all inner packagings in any single 
outer packaging may not exceed 192 fluid ounces (5.6 liters). The net 
solid contents of all inner packagings in any single outer packaging 
may not exceed 32 pounds (14.5 kg). The gross weight of any single 
outer package shipped may not exceed 65 pounds (29.4 kg). Inner 
packagings must be secured and cushioned within the outer package to 
prevent breakage, leakage, and movement.
    (3) For transportation by passenger or cargo aircraft, no outer 
package may be transported which contains an inner packaging exceeding:
    (i) 16 fluid ounces (473 mL) of flammable liquid; or
    (ii) 1 pound (0.45 kg) of solids containing flammable liquid.
* * * * *
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13. In Sec.  173.156, paragraph (b) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  173.156  Exceptions for limited quantity and ORM.

* * * * *
    (b) Packagings for limited quantity and ORM-D are specified 
according to hazard class in Sec. Sec.  173.150 through 173.155, 
173.306 and 173.309(b). In addition to exceptions provided for limited 
quantity and ORM-D materials elsewhere in this part, the following are 
provided:
    (1) Strong outer packagings as specified in this part, marking 
requirements specified in subpart D of part 172 of this chapter, and 
the 30 kg (66 pounds) gross weight limitation when--
    (i) Unitized in cages, carts, boxes or similar overpacks;
    (ii) Offered for transportation or transported by:
    (A) Rail;
    (B) Private or contract motor carrier; or
    (C) Common carrier in a vehicle under exclusive use for such 
service; and
    (iii) Transported to or from a manufacturer, a distribution center, 
or a retail outlet, or transported to a disposal facility from one 
offeror.
    (2) The 30 kg (66 pounds) gross weight limitation does not apply to 
packages of limited quantity materials marked in accordance with Sec.  
172.315 of this chapter, or, until December 31, 2020, materials classed 
and marked as ORM-D and described as a Consumer commodity, as defined 
in Sec.  171.8 of this chapter, when offered for transportation or 
transported by highway or rail between a manufacturer, a distribution 
center, and a retail outlet provided--
    (i) Inner packagings conform to the quantity limits for inner 
packagings specified in Sec. Sec.  173.150(b), 173.152(b), 173.154(b), 
173.155(b), 173.306(a) and (b), and 173.309(b), as appropriate;
    (ii) The inner packagings are packed into corrugated fiberboard 
trays to prevent them from moving freely;
    (iii) The trays are placed in a fiberboard box which is banded and 
secured to a metal, plastic, composite, or wooden pallet by metal, 
fabric, or plastic straps, to form a single palletized unit;
    (iv) The package conforms to the general packaging requirements of 
subpart B of this part; and
    (v) The maximum net quantity of hazardous material permitted on one 
palletized unit is 250 kg (550 pounds).
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14. In Sec.  173.301, paragraphs (a)(11) and (12) are added to read as 
follows:


Sec.  173.301  General requirements for shipment of compressed gases 
and other hazardous materials in cylinders, UN pressure receptacles and 
spherical pressure vessels.

* * * * *
    (a) * * *
    (11) Cylinder valves manufactured on or after May 4, 2015, used on 
cylinders to transport compressed gases must conform to the 
requirements in CGA V-9-2012. A valve for a UN pressure receptacle must 
conform to the requirements of Sec.  173.301b(c)(1).
    (12) Cylinder valve protection caps manufactured on or after May 4, 
2015, must conform to the requirements of CGA V-9-2012. Cylinder valve 
protection caps used on UN cylinders must conform to the requirements 
in Sec.  173.301b(c)(2)(ii).
* * * * *

PART 176--CARRIAGE BY VESSEL

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15. The authority citation for part 176 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

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16. In Sec.  176.415, paragraph (b)(5) is added to read as follows:


Sec.  176.415  Permit requirements for Division 1.5, ammonium nitrates, 
and certain ammonium nitrate fertilizers.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (5) Ammonium nitrate, Division 5.1 (oxidizer) UN1942, shipped as a 
limited quantity, if the nearest COTP is notified at least 24 hours in 
advance of any loading or unloading in excess of 454 kg (1,000 pounds).
* * * * *

PART 178--SPECIFICATIONS FOR PACKAGINGS

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17. The authority citation for part 178 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.

0
18. In Sec.  178.35, paragraph (f)(7) is added to read as follows:


Sec.  178.35  General requirements for specification cylinders.

* * * * *
    (f) * * *
    (7) Marking exceptions. A DOT 4 or 4AL cylinder is not required to 
be marked with the service pressure.
* * * * *
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19. In Sec.  178.337-9, paragraph (b)(8) is revised as follows:


Sec.  178.337-9  Pressure relief devices, piping, valves, hoses and 
fittings.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (8) Chlorine cargo tanks. Angle valves on cargo tanks intended for 
chlorine service must conform to the standards of the Chlorine 
Institute, Inc., Dwg. 104-8 or ``Section 3, Pamphlet 166, Angle Valve 
Guidelines for Chlorine Bulk Transportation'' or ``Sections 4 through 
6, Pamphlet 168, Guidelines for Dual Valve Systems for Bulk Chlorine 
Transport, Edition 1, February 2013'' (IBR, see Sec.  171.7 of this 
chapter). Before installation, each angle valve must be tested for 
leakage at not less than 225 psig using dry air or inert gas.
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20. In Sec.  178.516, paragraph (b)(7) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  178.516  Standards for fiberboard boxes.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (7) Authorization to manufacture, mark, and sell UN4G combination 
packagings with outer fiberboard boxes and with inner fiberboard 
components that have individual containerboard or paper wall basis 
weights that vary by not more than plus or minus 10% from the nominal 
basis weight reported in the initial design qualification test report.
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21. In Sec.  178.703, paragraph (b)(6) is revised to as follows:


Sec.  178.703  Marking of IBCs.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (6) For each composite IBC, the inner receptacle must be marked 
with at least the following information:
    (i) The code number designating the IBC design type, the name and 
address

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or symbol of the manufacturer, the date of manufacture and the country 
authorizing the allocation of the mark as specified in paragraph (a) of 
this section. The date of manufacture of the inner receptacle may be 
different from the marked date of manufacture required by Sec.  
178.703(a)(1)(iv) or by Sec.  180.352(d)(1)(iv) of this chapter 
provided that the retest and inspection of the IBCs be based on the 
earliest marked date; and
    (ii) When a composite IBC is designed in such a manner that the 
outer casing is intended to be dismantled for transport when empty 
(such as, for the return of the IBC for reuse to the original 
consignor), each of the parts intended to be detached when so 
dismantled must be marked with the month and year of manufacture and 
the name or symbol of the manufacturer.
* * * * *

PART 180--CONTINUING QUALIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PACKAGINGS

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22. The authority citation for part 180 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97.
0
23. In Sec.  180.407, paragraph (g)(1)(iv) is revised to read as 
follows:


Sec.  180.407  Requirements for test and inspection of specification 
cargo tanks.

* * * * *
    (g) * * *
    (1) * * *
    (iv) Each cargo tank must be tested hydrostatically or 
pneumatically to the internal pressure specified in the following 
table. At no time during the pressure test may a cargo tank be subject 
to pressures that exceed those identified in the following table:

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                          Specification                                            Test pressure
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MC 300, 301, 302, 303, 305, 306..................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 20.7 kPa (3 psig) or
                                                                    design pressure, whichever is greater.
MC 304, 307......................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 275.8 kPa (40 psig) or
                                                                    1.5 times the design pressure, whichever is
                                                                    greater.
MC 310, 311, 312.................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 20.7 kPa (3 psig) or
                                                                    1.5 times the design pressure, whichever is
                                                                    greater.
MC 330, 331......................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 1.5 times either the
                                                                    MAWP or the re-rated pressure, whichever is
                                                                    applicable.
MC 338...........................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 1.25 times either the
                                                                    MAWP or the re-rated pressure, whichever is
                                                                    applicable.
DOT 406..........................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 34.5 kPa (5 psig) or
                                                                    1.5 times the MAWP, whichever is greater.
DOT 407..........................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 275.8 kPa (40 psig) or
                                                                    1.5 times the MAWP, whichever is greater.
DOT 412..........................................................  The test pressure on the name plate or
                                                                    specification plate, 1.5 times the MAWP.
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24. In Sec.  180.605, paragraph (l) is revised to read as follows:


Sec.  180.605  Requirements for periodic testing, inspection and repair 
of portable tanks.

* * * * *
    (l) Record retention. (1) The owner of each portable tank or his 
authorized agent shall retain a written record of the date and results 
of all required inspections and tests, including an ASME manufacturer's 
date report, if applicable, and the name and address of the person 
performing the inspection or test, in accordance with the applicable 
specification. The manufacturer's data report, including a 
certificate(s) signed by the manufacturer, and the authorized design 
approval agency, as applicable, indicating compliance with the 
applicable specification of the portable tank, and related papers 
certifying that the portable tank was manufactured and tested in 
accordance with the applicable specification must be retained in the 
files of the owner, or his authorized agent, during the time that such 
portable tank is used for such service, except for Specifications 56 
and 57 portable tanks.
    (2) If the owner does not have the manufacturer's certificate 
required by the specification and the manufacturer's data report 
required by the ASME, the owner may contact the National Board for a 
copy of the manufacturer's data report, if the portable tank was 
registered with the National Board, or copy the information contained 
on the portable tanks specification plate and ASME Code data plates.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on June 23, 2016, under authority 
delegated in 49 CFR 1.97.
William Schoonover,
Acting Associate Administrator for Hazardous Materials Safety, Pipeline 
and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
[FR Doc. 2016-15303 Filed 6-29-16; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4910-60-P