What does 49 CFR 171.3 (Hazardous waste) require?

Short answer

49 CFR 171.3 requires that hazardous waste be transported in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter, including marking motor vehicles, complying with manifest requirements, and delivering the waste to designated facilities.

1. The transporter must mark each motor vehicle used to transport hazardous waste in accordance with 390.21.

2. The transporter must comply with the requirements for manifests set forth in 172.205.

3. The transporter must deliver the entire quantity of waste received from the generator or a transporter to the designated facility or alternate facility.

The rule says

"No person may offer for transportation or transport a hazardous waste (as defined in 171.8 of this subchapter) in interstate or intrastate commerce except in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter." (49 CFR 171.3(a))

"No person may accept for transportation, transport, or deliver a hazardous waste for which a manifest is required unless that person: (1) Has marked each motor vehicle used to transport hazardous waste in accordance with 390.21 of this title even though placards may not be required" (49 CFR 171.3(b)(1))

"Complies with the requirements for manifests set forth in 172.205 of this subchapter" (49 CFR 171.3(b)(2))

"Delivers, as designated on the manifest by the generator, the entire quantity of the waste received from the generator or a transporter to: (i) The designated facility or, if not possible, to the designated alternate facility" (49 CFR 171.3(b)(3)(i))

In plain English

Transporting hazardous waste requires strict adherence to regulations, including proper vehicle marking, manifest compliance, and delivery to authorized facilities. The goal is to prevent unauthorized disposal and ensure that hazardous waste is handled and disposed of safely. Transporters must be aware of the specific requirements for marking vehicles, preparing manifests, and delivering waste to designated facilities. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant fines and penalties.

What to do

• Ensure that all motor vehicles used to transport hazardous waste are marked in accordance with 390.21.
• Comply with the requirements for manifests set forth in 172.205.
• Deliver the entire quantity of waste received from the generator or a transporter to the designated facility or alternate facility.
• Verify that the waste is being transported in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter.