What does 49 CFR 180.401 (Applicability) require?

Short answer

49 CFR 180.401 requires additional requirements for the continuing qualification, maintenance, or periodic testing of a cargo tank, beyond those in parts 107, 171, 172, 173, and 178.

The rule says

"This subpart prescribes requirements, in addition to those contained in parts 107, 171, 172, 173 and 178 of this subchapter, applicable to any person responsible for the continuing qualification, maintenance or periodic testing of a cargo tank." (49 CFR 180.401)

In plain English

This rule applies to anyone responsible for ensuring a cargo tank is properly qualified, maintained, or tested. It adds extra requirements to those already outlined in other parts of the regulation, such as parts 107, 171, 172, 173, and 178. In practice, this means that individuals or companies handling cargo tanks must comply with both the general requirements and these additional specific requirements.

What to do

• Review parts 107, 171, 172, 173, and 178 to understand the general requirements for cargo tanks.
• Familiarize yourself with the additional requirements outlined in 49 CFR 180.401.
• Ensure all personnel responsible for cargo tank qualification, maintenance, or testing are aware of and comply with these requirements.
• Implement procedures to maintain records of cargo tank qualification, maintenance, and testing to demonstrate compliance.