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FedEx and UPS are both IATA members so when using them to transport hazardous materials you must apply IATA regulations.
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Where can the DOT regulations for transporting dangerous goods be found?
Federal Register as 49 CFR, Parts 100-185
Who is responsible for certifying that an individual is trained to pack or ship Division 6.2 materials?
Employer
Which duties require HazMat certification for an employee? (Mark all that apply)
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Which of the items listed below are eligible to be transported as Materials of Trade (MOTs)? (Select all that apply)
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How would you classify a tube containing a pure culture of Staphylococcus spp. being sent for subtyping? (Select all that apply)
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A newborn screening dried blood spot being mailed to the state laboratory would be classified as UN3373, Biological Substance Category B.
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How would you classify a package, going by FedEx, which contains tissue from a healthy individual, for HLA typing on dry ice? (Mark all that apply)
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How would you classify a tube of human blood, thought to contain Hepatitis A, transported by a non-exclusive motor vehicle? (Select all that apply)
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How would you classify a package containing suspected Brucella abortus culture from a veterinary clinic to the State Veterinary Laboratory? (Select all that apply)
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The outer package of an Exempt Human Specimen Package, going by U.S. Mail, requires which mark(s)? (Select all that apply)
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The outer package of a UN3373 classified specimen transported via FedEx requires which of the following? (Select all that apply)
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If a specimen is transported on dry ice, which of the following labels would be required on the outer package? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following need(s) an itemized list of contents or test request placed inside the outer packaging when transported by a motor vehicle? (Select all that apply)
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When shipping an exempt human specimen via FedEx, an air waybill or online shipping label is required.
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An Air waybill and a Shipper's Declaration are interchangeable. You do not need to complete both forms.
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When shipping a package containing a specimen classified as UN2814, Infectious substance affecting humans, by courier you must include written emergency response information.
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Specimens classified as UN2814, Infectious substance affecting humans, may be shipped via courier, U.S.P.S. or FedEx.
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When completing 'Type of Packaging' on an IATA Shipper's Declaration form for IATA transport, the proper response would normally be:
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When completing a Shipper's Declaration form, what is the proper shipping name of a suspected culture of Coxiella burnetti?
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For security purposes, laboratories should keep records of infectious materials, how they were transported, as well as accompanying documentation.
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If your laboratory is approved to handle Select Agents, the appropriate training is required as part of the certification of your employees to ship Hazardous Materials.
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A laboratory is responsible for the security of specimens that have been packaged and are awaiting pick-up by the carrier.
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Study Notes
Regulations and Responsibilities
- FedEx and UPS are IATA members; IATA regulations must be applied for transporting hazardous materials.
- DOT regulations for dangerous goods are documented in the Federal Register as 49 CFR, Parts 100-185.
- Employers are responsible for certifying training of individuals packing or shipping Division 6.2 materials.
HazMat Certification Requirements
- HazMat certification is required for:
- Preparing shipments containing dry ice.
- Labeling Category A substances.
- Preparing shipping forms.
Materials of Trade (MOTs)
- Patient specimens classified as UN3373 are eligible for transport as Materials of Trade.
Classification of Biological Substances
- A tube with pure culture of Staphylococcus spp. is classified as UN3373, Biological Substance Category B.
- Dried blood spots for newborn screening are not classified as UN3373, Biological Substance Category B.
- A package with tissue from a healthy individual for HLA typing on dry ice may have multiple classifications including UN1845 and UN3373 (Biological Substance Category B).
Infectious Substances and Packaging
- A tube of human blood suspected of containing Hepatitis A is classified as UN3373, Biological Substance Category B.
- A package of suspected Brucella abortus culture to a State Veterinary Laboratory is classified as UN2900, Infectious Substance affecting animals.
- Exempt Human Specimen Packages must be marked appropriately on the outer package.
Packaging Requirements Per Classification
- A UN3373 specimen transported via FedEx requires UN3373 marking and Biological Substance, Category B label.
- Packages transported on dry ice require a Class 9 hazard label and "Carbon dioxide, solid" label.
- Materials of Trade must include an itemized list of contents or test requests inside outer packaging when transported by motor vehicle.
Shipping Notes
- Exempt human specimens sent via FedEx necessitate an air waybill or online shipping label.
- An air waybill and a Shipper's Declaration are not interchangeable; both must be completed.
- Shipping a specimen classified as UN2814 (Infectious substance affecting humans) requires written emergency response information.
Security and Record Keeping
- Laboratories must maintain records of infectious materials, transportation details, and documentation for security purposes.
- Appropriate training for handling Select Agents is mandatory for laboratory employees certified to ship hazardous materials.
- Laboratories are responsible for the security of packaged specimens awaiting carrier pick-up.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations and responsibilities for transporting Division 6.2 hazardous materials. This quiz covers important aspects such as IATA regulations, DOT guidelines, and certification requirements. Perfect for those involved in packaging and shipping of dangerous goods.
