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<blockquote data-quote="Floridacargocat" data-source="post: 275631" data-attributes="member: 6168"><p>I have followed both NTSB meetings. </p><p></p><p>The NTSB refrains from directly implicating Li-batteries, as due to the destruction, no evidence could be found.</p><p>In this context, how much HazMat (declared and undeclared) is really on these airplanes (and UPS trucks)? Going by my own experience in handling HazMat, more than you think. The sad part is that the general public is not always aware of what HazMat is. Even when it is pointed out in their own homes, it will be said "no one ever told me". Proper labelling is one aspect. The law with so many exemptions (and rules which are difficult to read) is another aspect.</p><p>Consider one simple purchase; pool chlorine or solvent-based paint you buy at, e.g., Home Depot. If you move this in your own private vehicle to your own home, than this transportation is not covered by 49 CFR.</p><p>If Home Depot transports it to your home and charges for the transportation (they do), then this is covered by regulations, and everthing (packing, marking, labelling and documentation) is regulated by 49 CFR, including training of the drivers, and warehouse personnel.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Floridacargocat, post: 275631, member: 6168"] I have followed both NTSB meetings. The NTSB refrains from directly implicating Li-batteries, as due to the destruction, no evidence could be found. In this context, how much HazMat (declared and undeclared) is really on these airplanes (and UPS trucks)? Going by my own experience in handling HazMat, more than you think. The sad part is that the general public is not always aware of what HazMat is. Even when it is pointed out in their own homes, it will be said "no one ever told me". Proper labelling is one aspect. The law with so many exemptions (and rules which are difficult to read) is another aspect. Consider one simple purchase; pool chlorine or solvent-based paint you buy at, e.g., Home Depot. If you move this in your own private vehicle to your own home, than this transportation is not covered by 49 CFR. If Home Depot transports it to your home and charges for the transportation (they do), then this is covered by regulations, and everthing (packing, marking, labelling and documentation) is regulated by 49 CFR, including training of the drivers, and warehouse personnel. [/QUOTE]
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