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What information is required in the shipper's certification on shipping papers?
What information is required in the shipper's certification on shipping papers?
Why is it important for descriptions of hazardous materials on shipping papers to be printed legibly in English?
Why is it important for descriptions of hazardous materials on shipping papers to be printed legibly in English?
What are some appropriate modifiers that may be used when indicating quantities on shipping papers?
What are some appropriate modifiers that may be used when indicating quantities on shipping papers?
What does the shipper certify by signing the certification statement on the shipping papers?
What does the shipper certify by signing the certification statement on the shipping papers?
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Study Notes
Shipping Papers Requirements
- The shipper's certification on shipping papers must include specific information for compliance.
Importance of Legible Descriptions
- Descriptions of hazardous materials on shipping papers must be printed legibly in English to ensure clarity and understanding.
Quantity Indicators
- Modifiers such as "approximate" or "estimated" may be used when indicating quantities on shipping papers to provide accurate information.
Shipper's Certification
- By signing the certification statement, the shipper certifies that the hazardous materials are properly classified, described, packaged, marked, and labeled, and are in proper condition for transportation.
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Test your knowledge on the key components and information required in shipping papers, as well as the importance of legible English descriptions for hazardous materials. Explore how hazmat entries should be distinguished from non-hazmat entries and the four elements and order of the basic description.