This final rule concerning training requirements is applicable to all persons
considered hazmat employees. This term includes the federal government as well
as contractors. Hazmat employees are those employees who during the course of
employment load, unload, or handle hazmat; those that prepare hazmat for
transportation (prepare shipping papers, label, mark, placard, package); those
responsible for the safe transportation of hazmat; or those operating a vehicle to
transport hazmat. The final rule concerning security plans applies to all persons
engaged in transport of hazmat for commerce. This does not include federal
agencies, but it does include government contractors. In addition, DOD requires
compliance with applicable DOT requirements in DOD Regulation 4500.9-R, Part
2, Chapter 204, para. A.1, dated May 2003. USACE, as well as other DOD
entities, should ensure all employees meeting the definition of hazmat employees
are trained in accordance with the requirements of 49 CFR 172 Subpart H, and
that security plans are prepared by contractors for all shipments requiring plans as
specified above and in newly promulgated 49 CFR 172.800.
Persons arranging for the shipment of hazmat through contractors and all hazmat
employees should read the Federal Register for the specific requirements of this
rule.
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