Re: transfer of RAM

[Dave Brown <david.brown@nist.gov>]

>Although the 49 CFR 173.4 gets you out of the training requirements, it 
>seems to
>be limited to those situations involving multiple hazards, eg., a limited
>quantity rad shipment where the material is reactive or flammable.

I do not arrive at this interpretation.....173.4(a) "...that also meet one 
OR more of these hazard classes,"  Seems to indicate single hazard class 
shipments as well as those with multiple hazards.

>This
>exception also involves package testing requirements, and a weight limit of 1
>ounce.

After review of this section of the reg I am not quite sure either, 
although it seems that Class 7 materials are limited by activity and not 
weight.....I need to clarify this.

>As I stated, before, he needs a qualified shipper.

Agreed....!
Regards,

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