Bulk Storage: Refillable Container Handling General Requirements & Recommendations Mobile App

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  Each shipper and carrier is required to know whether a product is regulated by U.

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  each package is approved,

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  the proper shipping papers are prepared,

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  packages are marked and labeled appropriately, and

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  the vehicle is properly marked or placarded.

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  The Hazardous Material Shipping Description is listed in section 14, “Transport Information”, of ...

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  Air and Vessel Shipments: Some DOT regulated products are specifically prohibited from air or ves...

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  Refillable containers, which include mini-bulks, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), drums and o...

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  Requirements

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  Containers must meet applicable state and federal requirements.

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  Liquid connections for refillable containers must comply with the product label, DOT and EPA req...

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  Note: Top fill and withdrawal via a Micro Matic Drum Valve is the most common method of complianc...

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  Container venting for DOT regulated products must comply with DOT regulations.

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  Refillable containers must be either a) dedicated or b) thoroughly cleaned prior to refilling ac...

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  Certified weigh scales or certified meters are used for filling containers intended for retail s...

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  Each refillable container must be inspected by the Repackager prior to filling product to assure...

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  Dealers comply with all federal, state and local rules, regulations and standards regarding hand...

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  Filling and cleaning of refillable containers takes place on a concrete containment pad.

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  Refillable containers should be stored within a diked area if required by state or local regulat...

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  A current repackaging agreement is in place.

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  Repackaging must comply with the repackaging agreement.

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  Tank filling system must be dedicated.

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  Refillable containers must be compatible with the product, and allowed by DOT and NFPA regulations.

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  Each opening has a one-way check valve or a tamper evident device to prevent unauthorized filling.

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  Where allowed at all, polyethylene refillable containers greater than 5 years old are not recomm...

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  Use grounding cables during product transfers of products with flash points below 110 ºF.

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