Shipping Hazardous Materials Regulated by Federal & International Agencies Penalties for Non-Compliance –Up to $250,000 & 1 year in jail –Up to $500,000 per incident for organization

Training Requirements Federal rules require that anyone involved in shipping hazardous material be properly trained –Includes individuals who: Load and Unload Packages Prepare Shipping Documents Signs Shipping Documents Accepts Packages Supervises these Activities

Training Requirements Training is required initially and every 3 years thereafter or whenever regulations change

Hazardous Material Definition: –Substance that could adversely affect the safety of the public, handlers or carriers during transport

9 Classes Hazardous Materials

Class I Explosives Examples: –Dry Picric Acid –TNT

Class 2 Gases –2.1 Flammable Gases (Acetylene) –2.2 Non-Flammable Gases (Nitrogen) –2.3 Toxic Gases (Chlorine)

Class 3 Flammable Liquid –Methanol, Kerosene

Class 4 Flammable Solids –4.1 Flammable Solids (ParaFormaldehyde) –4.2 Spontaneously Combustible (Potassium dithionite) –Dangerous When Wet (Lithium Metal)

Class 5 Oxidizing Substances –5.1 Oxidizers (Potassium Nitrate) –5.2 Organic Peroxides (Benzoyl Peroxide)

Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances –6.1 Toxic Solids & Liquids (Chlorine) –6.2 Infectious Substances (B. anthracis)

Class 7 Radioactive Materials – 14 C – Bicarbonate – 32 P -- dATP

Class 8 Corrosive Materials –Nitric Acid –Sodium Hydroxide

Class 9 “Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods” Articles and substances which during transport present a danger not covered by other classes

Class 9 Examples Asbestos Dry IceDry Ice Consumer commodity First Aid Kits Life-Saving Appliances Engines, internal combustion Zinc Dithionite Battery-powered equipment or vehicles

Hazards During Transportation Dry ice is considered hazardous during transportation for the following reasons: 1.Explosion hazard: Dry ice releases a large volume of carbon dioxide gas as it sublimates. If packaged in a container that does not allow for release of the gas, it may explode, causing personal injury or property damage. 2.Suffocation hazard: A large volume of carbon dioxide gas emitted in a confined space may displace oxygen and create an oxygen deficient environment. 3.Contact hazard: Dry ice is a cryogenic material that causes severe frostbite upon contact with skin

Packaging Dry Ice Five Basic Requirements –Gas Venting –Package Integrity –Package Materials –Airbill –Labeling

Gas Venting Package must allow for release of CO 2 gas

Package Integrity Package must be of adequate strength for intended use & withstand conditions of transport

Package Materials Don’t use plastic materials – they can become brittle

Airbill Specific to carrier

Labeling & Marking Class 9 “Miscellaneous” Label Words: “Dry Ice” UN 1845 Net Weight of Dry Ice in Kilograms Name & Address of Shipper & Consignee (To/From) Dry Ice UN kg

Recommendations Do not write “specimens” or “diagnostic specimens” on the box. Diagnostic specimens are subject to specific package requirements. Diagnostic specimens, in shipping terminology, are materials that may be infectious to humans or animals.

Recommendations Reusing a dry ice box is a good use of resources. If you choose to reuse a box, completely obliterate all unnecessary markings such as hazard labels, addresses, FedEx (other courier) labels and barcodes. Only reuse a box if you can personally verify it is not contaminated and its integrity is intact. A box should not be reused if it is torn, cut, stained or if the insulation is cracked or broken.

Recommendations Secure your samples in such a way that when the dry ice sublimates, samples will not move freely inside the insulated box. This can be accomplished by wedging your samples in place with cardboard or styrofoam. Fragile containers such as glass tubes or vials should be wrapped with cushioning material.

Recommendations Minimize the volume of air to which the dry ice is exposed in order to slow the rate of sublimation. If there is any space after you fill your package with dry ice, fill it with packing peanuts or crumpled paper.

Recommendations Shipments are generally recommended to contain 5-10 pounds ( kg) of dry ice per 24 hours. Refer to you package manufacturer’s recommendations. Make arrangements with your consignee to make sure the package will be received on it intended delivery date. Take into account local holidays or closings that might delay package receipt.

Carrier Specific Recommendations Dry ice shipments can be made with FedEx and DHL. UPS and the U.S. Postal Service have extremely restrictive policies concerning shipments of hazardous materials

FedEx Dangerous goods (including Dry Ice) cannot be shipped in FedEx packaging Must have cardboard box as outer container

FedEx Labeling

FedEx US Airbill

FedEx International Airbill

FedEx Contact Information Currently, FedEx is the only carrier that will accept Dry Ice packages for international shipment Contact Information: – , press 81 (Dangerous Goods Hotline)

DHL Keep weight of Dry Ice under 5 lbs. (2.3 kg) More than 5 lbs. requires advance arrangements

DHL Packaging DHL will accept a styrofoam liner as approved container Seal up with tape to allow release of gas

DHL Labeling Dry Ice ___kg Dry Ice for Medical Use No Class 9 label required

DHL -- Airbill Complete as you would for normal shipment Contact Information: Haz Material Hotline:

United Parcel Service (UPS) UPS currently accepts hazardous materials on contract basis only UWM doesn’t have a contract, however non-hazardous samples containing Dry Ice or quantities of 5 lbs. or less are exempt from contract

Questions? For more information or any questions regarding transportation of dangerous goods, contact: Sharron Daly x4275 University Safety & Assurances

Question #1 1.Dry ice is considered a hazardous material because it poses a.a suffocation hazard b.an explosion hazard c.a contact hazard d.all of the above

Answer 1.Dry ice is considered a hazardous material because it poses a.a suffocation hazard b.an explosion hazard c.a contact hazard d.all of the above

Question #2 2.Which of the following labels/markings must appear on a package containing dry ice that is to be shipped by FedEX? Circle all that apply. a.Class 9 Hazard Label b.Class 8 Hazard label c.Net Weight of Dry Ice d.Biohazard Symbol e.Inner packages comply with prescribed specifications f.Dry Ice, UN 1845 g.Diagnostic Specimens

Answer 2.Which of the following labels/markings must appear on a package containing dry ice that is to be shipped by FedEX? Circle all that apply. a.Class 9 Hazard Label b.Class 8 Hazard label c.Net Weight of Dry Ice d.Biohazard Symbol e.Inner packages comply with prescribed specifications f.Dry Ice, UN 1845 g.Diagnostic Specimens

Question #3 3.It is okay to put dry ice in any plastic cooler a.True b.False

Answer 3.It is okay to put dry ice in any plastic cooler a.True b.False

Question #4 4.I have to put a Class 9 label on the box only when there are other dangerous goods in the box. a.True b.False

Answer 4.I have to put a Class 9 label on the box only when there are other dangerous goods in the box. a.True b.False

Question #5 5.Recurrent training on the shipping of hazardous materials is required every 3 years or more frequently if regulations change. a.True b.False

Answer 5.Recurrent training on the shipping of hazardous materials is required every 3 years or more frequently if regulations change. a.True b.False

Question #6 6.The only consideration when reusing a dry ice shipping box is labeling it with the correct address. a.True b.False

Answer 6.The only consideration when reusing a dry ice shipping box is labeling it with the correct address. a.True b.False

Question #7 7.A package containing only dry ice must be tightly sealed to prevent the release of carbon dioxide gas during transportation. a.True b.False

Answer 7.A package containing only dry ice must be tightly sealed to prevent the release of carbon dioxide gas during transportation. a.True b.False

Question #8 8.It is acceptable to put a Class 9 label on the bottom of the shipping container. a.True b.False

Answer 8.It is acceptable to put a Class 9 label on the bottom of the shipping container. a.True b.False