1. U.S. Coast Guard Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing

2. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Why are we here?
Aid in the preparation of hazardous materials shipments
Prevent cargo frustration at the port
Help ensure the safety of all those involved in the transportation stream
Inspect hazardous materials shipments to ensure compliance with US and international laws
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3. Common Problems in the Field
Shipping documentation
No source of placards
Inadequate blocking and bracing
No labels
Incorrect or missing markings
Incorrect packaging (Lithium Batteries)
Did I mention shipping papers
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4. Common Problems in the Field
By the Numbers- CY11 Declared Hazmat Container Inspection #s
Paperwork- 98%
Package Marking- 72%
Package Labeling- 70%
Container Placarding- 57%
Blocking & Bracing- 27%
Segregation- 16%
Overall Discrepancy Rate - 100%
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5. Hopefully we can avoid this
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6. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Common Hazmat Items
Aerosols (Spray Paint, Shaving Cream)
Canned Air (Class 2.1 or 2.2)
Disinfectants (Bleach, Rubbing Alcohol)
Fire Extinguishers
Fuel Cans, Fuel Hoses, & Heaters
Lithium Batteries (BA-5590, ITAS)
NBC Detection Instruments (ICAM, M22, etc)
Tritium Sights (M224 Mortar System)
Waterless Hand Cleaner/Sanitizer
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General Cargo Items
AA, AAA, 123A, and 9 volt Batteries
Electric Heaters
New, Never Used Fuel Cans
Refrigerators
Water Cans
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8. Hazmat Items with Conditions
Gators and Mules
JP-8 Generators
Fire Extinguishers
Empty Argon, Helium, & Nitrogen cylinders
Wet Non-Spillable Battery
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Other Items
Motor Vehicles (HMMWV, MRAP)
Vehicle mounted or towed generators
Fuel Tankers
Tactical Water Purification Sys (TWPS)
Forward Repair Shop (FRS)
Containerized Kitchen (CK)
Mobile Kitchen Trailer (MKT)
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10. USCG Assistance Process
Pre-Inspection
Review Paperwork & Documentation
Review Packaging
Review Segregation
Inspect Blocking & Bracing
Review Placarding
Secure doors with CG Seal
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11. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
USCG Pre-Inspection
The Coast Guard conducts pre-inspections to:
Identify any potential problems prior to containers being loaded
Answer questions from the Soldiers tasked with packing the containers
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12. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Required Paperwork
DD2890- Multimodal Hazardous Materials Declaration
DD2781-Container Packing Certificate
Emergency Response Information- Either MSDS or ERG with basic description, and technical name if required, shown
Inspectors will also need to review your packing/ inventory list to ensure all hazmat is declared
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13. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
DD2890
Multimodal Dangerous Goods Declaration
Filled out completely
Proper Shipping Name
Proper sequence for shipping description
Weights in Kg
Signed by qualified Hazmat Certifier
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DD2781
Container Packing Certificate
Completed during packing of container
Verifies container and packages in good condition
N/A what does not apply
Signed by qualified Hazmat Certifier
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15. Emergency Response Information
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
DOT Emerg. Response Guide Book Page
IMDG Emergency Schedule Guide
Gives the carrier basic information if there is an accident involving your hazardous material
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16. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Selection of Packages
Some hazmat items require special packaging, ie. Lithium batteries
Packaging can be obtained from:
US Army Material Command
Defense Logistics Agency
Defense Distribution Center
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17. Marking and Labeling of Packages
For all non limited quantities shipments the proper shipping name and UN ID number must be marked on the package and the overpack if there is one
Labels for the appropriate hazard class must also be placed on packages and overpacks
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18. Marking and Labeling of Packages
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19. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Segregation of Hazmat
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20. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Container Packing
The hazardous material in your shipments must be packed to prevent movement in any direction and any damage.
Put your hazmat by the doors to avoid the unloading of your freight container.
Build crates for cylinders
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21. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Blocking & Bracing
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22. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Blocking & Bracing
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Blocking & Bracing
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Blocking & Bracing
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Vessel Requirements
Discuss: Huge differences in over the road transportation, rail, and vessel transportation. The forces and movement that occur during a vessel transit put extreme strains on the cargo being shipped as seen in this video clip.
SHOW CLIP>>>>>
Why are vessel requirements more restrictive?
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26. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Vessel Requirements
Talk about how freight will move in all directions at some time during the voyage.
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27. Placarding of Containers
Both ends and both sides of freight container must be placarded (if not a limited quantity shipment)
Quadcons and Tricons will be treated as one twenty-foot equivalent unit and will be placarded on the front and back of the quadcon containing the hazmat and both ends of the set
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28. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Quadcon
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29. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
Limited Quantities
Always check to see what the “Limited Quantities” amounts are
Limited quantities shipments are exempt from labeling, placarding, and general segregation
If your shipment is something that is being shipped in a form suitable for sale through retail agencies you are also exempt from marking
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30. USCG Hazardous Material Transportation Assistance Briefing
DOD Hazmat Field Guide
Created as a tool for Hazmat Certifiers and Unit Movement Officers in the field
Revised at least annually if not biannually
Revisions done by CITAT with suggestions/support from SDDC
NOT a substitute for IMDG or 49 CFR Regulations
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31. Questions? Additional information can be found at: