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Hazardous Materials Guidance Avoid common violations: PERMITS Refer to Landstar Online for a permit reference guide by state and printable permits o Replace expired permits to avoid unnecessary violations and CSA points. SECUREMENT One securement violation is 21 to 36 points on CSA. o Supervise the loading process whenever possible to make sure cargo is properly secured ( Hazardous or not). o Blocked low and braced higher up anywhere there are void/empty spaces in the trailer. o Shrink wrap and/or banding are required to secure packages to pallets. o Blocking and bracing of pallets is also required. o Do not use damaged (cut/frayed straps, bent chain links, etc.) securement devices. LOCK TRAILER DOORS Never enter a trailer containing an inhalation hazard o Check the load often in case straps have loosened, freight has shifted, or load bars have dropped. o Regulation (FMCSR) , requires inspection of cargo, cargo securement and must be checked within the first 50 miles, at every change of duty status, after driving for 3 hours or 150 miles.

This checklist will assist in your preparation for compliant hazardous material shipments. The front portion of the Hazardous Materials Compliance Pocketbook provides valuable information to use as well.

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