Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: November 8, 2024) |
Title 49 - Transportation |
Subtitle B - Other Regulations Relating to Transportation |
Chapter I - Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation |
SubChapter C - Hazardous Materials Regulations |
Part 173 - Shippers - General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings |
Subpart I - Class 7 (Radioactive) Materials |
§ 173.474 - Quality control for construction of packaging.
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§ 173.474 Quality control for construction of packaging.
Prior to the first use of any packaging for the shipment of Class 7 (radioactive) material, the offeror shall determine that -
(a) The packaging meets the quality of design and construction requirements as specified in this subchapter; and
(b) The effectiveness of the shielding, containment and, when required, the heat transfer characteristics of the package, are within the limits specified for the package design.