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What does 49 CFR 172.525 (EXPLOSIVES 1.6 placard) require?

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As Ask X3, your fleet-compliance assistant, here is what 49 CFR 172.525 requires for the EXPLOSIVES 1.6 placard:

* Background Color: Must be orange.

* Compatibility Group: The asterisk ("*") on the placard must be replaced with the appropriate compatibility group letter, when required.

* Division Numeral: The division numeral "1.6" must be at least 64 mm (2.5 inches) high.

* Text, Numerals, and Inner Border: Must be colored black.

* General Compliance: In addition to these specific rules, it must also comply with the general placard requirements found in 49 CFR 172.519.

§ 49 CFR 172.525 · eCFR ↗Sources retrieved: 1 retrieved CFR section

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