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How many classes of hazardous materials are there?
In the scheme used for transport of hazardous materials there are eight (8) classes of hazardous materials.
How many dangerous goods classes are there?
there are 9 class altogethe.
How many packaging groups does the DOT use for shipments of hazardous material?
There are three (3) packaging groups in the DOT regulations for shipping hazardous materials. Note, however, that some hazard classes have no packaging groups.
How many primary routes of entry of hazardous materials into the body exist?
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How many primary routes of entry of hazardous materials into the body exists?
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When dealing with hazardous materials how many packing groups are identified?
There are three, and only three, packing groups defined in the regulations for transportation of hazardous materials (dangerous goods).
What companies provide hazardous materials training?
Many companies offer hazardous materials training for their employees. One company that offers certification can be found at www.airseacontainers.com They specialize in packaging Hazmat materials.
Can the presence of hazardous materials can always be detected by the sense of smell?
No, in most cases, the sense of smell is not a reliable means of identifying the presence of a hazardous materials.Many hazardous materials have no odor, and others are hazardous at concentrations that are too low to be smelled by most people.In addition there are many materials that have obnoxious odors but are not otherwise hazardous.
Is a hazardous materials incident an accident where hazardous materials are present?
One way of describing a "hazardous materials incident" would be "an accident where hazardous materials are present." However, many people are uncomfortable with the use of the word "accident" which implies an unplanned event that could not have been avoided. That is why the word "incident" is used in the first place. It does not carry any implication of inevitability.
What materials are poisonous?
Toxic materials are things that can cause ill health of some sort. Hazardous materials are materials that can cause any sort of undesired effect - catch on fire, explode, corrode, make you sick, etc. All toxic materials are hazardous, but not all hazardous materials are toxic. There are by far too many to list them in this forum.
Are cigarette lighters hazardous materials?
Many types of cigarett lighters are regulated as hazardous materials if carried onto an airplane or packed in check baggage, as well as when shipped by air. In other circumstances, only the lighter fluid is considered to be a hazardous material.
How many pounds of hazardous materials enter the air each year?
Over 2 billion pounds.
