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Container Inspector

USCG Container Inspector PQS flashcards

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1.1. Define authority for conducting Container Inspections under the Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Law regulations. Main Statute. Codified in 49 CFR 171-180.
1.1. When can we enforce the FHMTL? Anytime vessels will transport hazmat to, from, or within US. No geographical limit.
1.1 Define authority for Container Inspections under International Safe Containers Act. Directed USCG to enforce and carry out the provisions of the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC).
1.1. What regulations were developed under ICSA? CSC and Periodic inspections.
1.1 Define containers authority under Ports and Waterways Safety Act (PWSA). Broad authority to prevent damage to or destruction of anything on Navigable Waterway of US.
1.1 What actions may be undertaken under Ports and Waterways Safety Act? Establish loading procedures, measures and standards for handling of explosives and other dangerous articles.
1.1 What are the limitations of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act? Limited to waterfront facilities.
1.1 What do we issue Captain of the Port Orders under for Containers? Ports and Waterways Safety Act.
1.1 How does MARPOL Annex III apply to Containers Inspections? It provides for Marine Pollutant designation and requirements.
1.1 What was important about Executive Order 10173? Expanded role of safeguarding harbors, ports, and waterfront facilities pursuant to Magnusun Act.
1.1 What authority did Executive Order 10173 give the Coast Guard? Direct authority to establish anchorages and control movement of vessels, foreign or domestic, in waters of the US.
1.1 What do we conduct a Multi-Agency Strike Force Organization operation under? Executive Order 10173.
1.1 Where is Executive Order 10173 codified? 33 CFR 6.01-3 and 6.04-7 "Super 6".
1.2 Describe a structural inspection. Structural integrity of container only.
1.2 Describe a general cargo container inspection. Looking for undeclared hazardous material.
1.2 Decribe a tailgate inspection. Up to the first 3 feet or the first tier of dunnage.
1.2 Describe a devanning inspection. All cargo removed.
1.2 Describe the legal limits of a declared hazmat container inspection. No expectation of privacy; subject to search. Packages inside are protected.
1.3. Define the consequences of an illegal search. Evidence is thrown out.
2.1 Describe how the person who offers or offeror uses the International Standards Organization Handbook, "Freight Containers". Used as a guideline for container standards.
2.1 Describe how the person who offers or offeror uses the Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) "Repair Manual for Steel Containers" Guideline for structural integrity of containers.
2.1 Describe how the person who offers or offeror uses 49 CFR 171-180, 450-453. US requirements for shipping hazardous materials.
2.1 Describe how the person who offers or offeror uses IMO CSC Circular 134. Guidance on serious structural deficiencies in containers.
3.1 Define person under FHMTL. Any entity offering or transporting a hazmat in commerce.
3.1. Can a tribe be a person under FHTML if they are offering or transporting a hazmat in commerce? Yes.
3.1 Can a joint stock company be a "person" under FHTML if they are offering or transporting a hazmat in commerce? Yes.
3.1. What are a "person's" responsibilities under FHTML? Ensure compliance with regulations.
3.1 What is the definition of a Hazmat Employer under FHTML? Employs at least one hazmat employee and transports or designs components for transporting hazmat.
3.1 What are the responsibilities of a Hazmat Employer under FHTML? Ensure their transport or component meets applicable regulations; ensure their employees have applicable training.
3.1. Define a "Hazmat Employee" under FHTML. Person employed by hazmat employer and/or who directly impacts hazmat transportation safety.
3.1 What are the responsibilities of a Hazmat employee, per FHMTL?
3.1. What is a "terminal operator" under FHMTL? Operates a terminal transporting etc Hazmat.
3.2. When may IMDG shipments be offered or accepted for trasportation within the United States? All or part by vessel. 49 CFR 171.25
3.3 Define the exceptions that are authorized by 49 CR 171.12 Transport Canada and shipments to/from Mexico.
4.1 Define modal differences in segregation. Primarily Marine Pollutant requirements for vessel transport.
4.1 Describe what modes the placarding exception for commodities less than 1001 lbs covers. Highway or rail.
4.1 The less than 1001 lb exception applies to __________ hazardous materials. Table 2
4.1 Commodities less than 1001 lbs are not required to _______________. Put placards on a transport vehicle or freight container, or a rail car when transported by rail or highway.
4.2 What Marine Pollutant information is required for the different modes of transportation? MP or Severe MP
Class 1 Explosives
1.1 Explosives with a mass explosion hazard
1.2 Explosives with a projection hazard
1.3 Explosives with predominately a fire hazard
1.4 Explosives with no significant blast hazard
1.5 Very sensitive explosives; blasting agents
1.6 Extremely insensitive detonating devices
Class 2 Gas
2.1 Flammable Gas
2.2 Non-flammable, non-toxic gas (under pressure, inert, etc.)
2.3 Toxic Gas
Class 3 Flammable Liquids 100 degrees F or less
Class 4 Other Flammable Substances
4.1 Flammable Solid
4.2 Substances liable to spontaneous combustion
4.3 Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases
Class 5 Oxidizers and Peroxides
5.1 Oxidizer
5.2 Organic Peroxide
Class 6 Toxic And Infectious Substances
6.1 Toxic
6.2 Infectious
Class 7 Radioactive
Class 8 Corrosives
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
5.1. Identify forbidden materials and packages. Will be listed with "forbidden" in 49 CFR 172.101 table.
5.1. Define primary hazard. The hazard class as assigned.
5.1 Define subsidiary hazard. Subsidiary hazards not the primary.
7.1 Describe the order of information to be found on shipping papers per CFR. ISHP - Identification Number, Shipping Name, Hazard Class, Packing Group
7.1 Describe the order of information to be found on shipping papers per IMDG. SHIP Shipping Name, Hazard Class, Identification Number, Packing Group
7.1 Where are the requirements for shipping papers in the CFR? 49 CFR 172.200
7.1 What is the language of the shipper's certification according to A1? This is to certify that the above-named materials are properly classified, described, packaged, marked and labeled, and are in proper condition for transportation according to the applicable regulations of the Department of Transportation.
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