Quick Quiz: EH&S News of the Week
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A mixture containing only 1% by weight of a marine pollutant is never considered a marine pollutant in transportation.
Not quite.
A material which is listed in appendix B to 49 CFR 172.101, and, when in a solution or mixture of one or more marine pollutants, is packaged in concentration which equals or exceeds:
- Ten percent by weight of the solution or mixture for materials listed in the appendix; or
- One percent by weight of the solution or mixture for materials that are identified as severe marine pollutants in the appendix.
That's right.
A material which is listed in appendix B to 49 CFR 172.101, and, when in a solution or mixture of one or more marine pollutants, is packaged in concentration which equals or exceeds:
- Ten percent by weight of the solution or mixture for materials listed in the appendix; or
- One percent by weight of the solution or mixture for materials that are identified as severe marine pollutants in the appendix.
Which group of hazmat shippers must train at least every 24 months to ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations?
Not quite.
The International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations require shippers of hazardous materials/dangerous goods to complete training every 24 months.
That's right.
The International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations require shippers of hazardous materials/dangerous goods to complete training every 24 months.
Which of these materials is not considered a universal waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)?
Not quite.
Solar panels are not currently considered a universal waste, but EPA has plans to propose adding solar panels to the universal waste regulations.
That's right.
Solar panels are not currently considered a universal waste, but EPA has plans to propose adding solar panels to the universal waste regulations.
Which generation of people shares a name with a “forever chemical?”
Not quite.
"GenX" is a trade name for HFPO-DA, which is a chemical compound that was developed for use instead PFOA—another PFAS substance.
That's right.
"GenX" is a trade name for HFPO-DA, which is a chemical compound that was developed for use instead PFOA—another PFAS substance.
As of January 1, 2026, UN 3481 and UN 3556 lithium battery shipments must be offered for transport by air at a state of charge not exceeding:
Not quite.
As of January 1, 2026, UN 3481 and UN 3556 lithium battery shipments must be offered for transport by air at a state of charge not exceeding 30% of their rated design capacity or an indicated battery capacity not exceeding 25%.
That's right.
As of January 1, 2026, UN 3481 and UN 3556 lithium battery shipments must be offered for transport by air at a state of charge not exceeding 30% of their rated design capacity or an indicated battery capacity not exceeding 25%.
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