The most frequently asked questions of the LPS Industries HAZMAT team involve shipping regulations for hazardous materials. The answers to the majority of these inquiries require understanding the regulations behind Combination Packages, which is defined below. The following is an overview of the some of the most common HAZMAT questions asked by LPS customers. Please note that the answers in and of themselves are not intended to be used as a guide for compliance. Several useful resources that provide information about regional and global regulations covering the transport of hazardous materials are indicated below.
What kind of packaging do I need for a hazardous material?
To ship a hazardous material, the package offered to the carrier must be designed and tested in accordance with specific regulations. Based on the danger level of the hazard and the mode of transportation, each specific hazard requires a specific level of protection during transit and is assigned a maximum quantity allowed to be shipped.
What is a Combination Package?
Performance-Oriented Combination Packages are used to ship via parcel carriers such as UPS and FedEx. Manufacturers design these packs around a specific primary container to hold the hazardous material. A strong outer packaging is required to protect the inner container, and specially designed inner components are used to cushion and stabilize the primary container inside the outer carton. Specifications for these components are contained within the regulations. All three sets of components must be used together to ensure proper protection.