RSPA delays hazmat loading/unloading final rule

摘要

The Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA) has delayed implementation of a final rule that addresses hazardous materials loading, transportation, unloading, and storage, according to information published May 28, 2004, in the Federal Register. RSPA initially said the rule would go into effect Nov 1, 2004, but has now delayed it until Jan 1, 2005. As part of the rule, RSPA specifies the definition of transportation. This rule (49 CFR Parts 171, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, and 178) was issued in an effort to define the various functions and how the hazmat regulations apply to them. RSPA delayed the rule as a result of appeals from Ag Processing Inc, Akzo Nobel, Archer Daniels Midland Co, Association of American Railroads, Dangerous Goods Advisory Council, Dow Chemical Co, DuPont, Eastman Chemical Co, Institute of Makers of Explosives, Norfolk Southern Corp, Spa and Pool Chemical Manufacturers' Association, Sulphur Institute, Utility Solid Waste Activities Group, and Vermont Railway Inc.