In this final rule we are revising the list of materials subject to security planning. We made several changes to the list of materials 

based on comments and discussions with our federal partners. We consulted with TSA throughout the development of this final rule. Below 

we list by Class/Division the Hazardous materials and thresholds subject to security planning under this final rule. The phrase ``large 

bulk quantity,'' as used in the following table, refers to a quantity greater than 3,000 kg (6,614 pounds) for solids or 3,000 liters (792 

gallons) for liquids and gases in a single packaging such as a cargo tank motor vehicle, portable tank, tank car, or other bulk container.

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                                     PHMSA final rule security  plan

        Class/ division                         revisions

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1.1............................  Any quantity.

1.2............................  Any quantity.

1.3............................  Any quantity.

1.4............................  Placarded quantity.

1.5............................  Placarded quantity.

1.6............................  Placarded quantity.

2.1............................  A large bulk quantity.

2.2............................  A large bulk quantity of materials with an oxidizer subsidiary.

2.3............................  Any quantity.

3..............................  PG I and II in a large bulk quantity; placarded quantity desensitized  explosives.

4.1............................  Placarded quantity desensitized explosives.

4.2............................  PG I and II in a large bulk quantity.

4.3............................  Any quantity.

5.1............................  Division 5.1 materials in PG I and II,  and PG III perchlorates, ammonium  nitrate, ammonium nitrate fertilizers, or ammonium nitrate emulsions or

                                  suspensions or gels in a large bulk quantity.

5.2............................  Any quantity of Organic peroxide, Type B, liquid or solid, temperature controlled.

6.1............................  Any quantity PIH or a large bulk quantity of a material that is not a PIH.

6.2............................  CDC or USDA list of select agents.

7..............................  IAEA Categories 1 & 2; HRCQ; known  radionuclides in forms listed as RAM-QC by NRC; or a quantity of uranium

                                  hexafluoride requiring placarding under Sec.   172.505(b).

8..............................  PG I in a large bulk quantity.

9..............................  Not subject.

ORM-D..........................  Not subject.

HM-231 Final Rule Packaging Requirements

Comments: In this final rule, PHMSA is amending packaging requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulations to enhance compliance flexibility, improve clarity, and reduce regulatory burdens. Specifically, we are revising several packaging related definitions; adding provisions to allow more flexibility when preparing and transmitting closure instructions, including conditions under which closure instructions may be transmitted electronically; adding a requirement for shippers to retain packaging closure instructions; incorporating new language that will allow for a practicable means of
stenciling the ``UN'' symbol on packagings; and clarifying a requirement to document the methodology used when determining whether a change in packaging configuration requires retesting as a new design or may be considered a variation of a previously tested design. This final rule also incorporates requirements for construction, maintenance, and
use of Large Packagings.

Effective Date: October 1, 2010.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/2010-1615.htm

HM-224D and HM-215J Corrections

Comments: On January 14, 2009, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published a final rule amending the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) to maintain alignment with international standards by incorporating various amendments, including changes to proper shipping names, hazard classes, packing groups, special provisions, packaging authorizations, air transport quantity limitations, and vessel stowage requirements. The revisions were necessary to harmonize the HMR with recent changes to the International Civil Aviation Organization's Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air, the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, Transport Canada's transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, and the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. These revisions also included amendments and clarifications addressing the safe transportation of batteries and battery-powered devices. This final rule corrects several errors in the January 14, 2009 final rule.

Effective date: The effective date of these amendments is January 4, 2010. Applicability date: These amendments are applicable beginning January 1, 2010.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/E9-30556.htm

HM-206F Emergency Response Telephone Contract Number 

Comments: In this final rule, PHMSA is amending the Hazardous Materials Regulations to clarify requirements governing emergency response information services provided by arrangement with hazardous materials offerors (shippers). In order to preserve the effectiveness of these arrangements for providing accurate and timely emergency response information, PHMSA is requiring basic identifying information (offeror name or contract number) to be included on shipping papers. This information will enable the emergency response information provider to identify the offeror on whose behalf it is accepting responsibility for providing emergency response information in the event of a hazardous materials incident and obtain additional information about the hazardous material as needed.

The effective date of this final rule is October 1, 2010.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-24799.htm

HM-244B Minor Editorial Corrections

Comments: This final rule corrects editorial errors, makes minor regulatory changes and, in response to requests for clarification, improves the clarity of certain provisions in the Hazardous Materials Regulations. The intended effect of this rule is to
enhance the accuracy and reduce misunderstandings of the regulations. The amendments contained in this rule are non-substantive changes and do not impose new requirements.
Effective date: October 16, 2009.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-24807.htm

HM-224G Chemical Oxygen Generators

Comments: This direct final rule amends the Hazardous Materials Regulations to revise the quantity limitation from 25 kg ``gross'' to 25 kg ``net'' for packages of chemical oxygen generators transported aboard cargo aircraft only. The intended effect of this rule is to provide regulatory relief by raising the quantity threshold for shipments of chemical oxygen generators transported aboard cargo aircraft only. This action is necessary to address difficulties concerning implementation and compliance with the requirements for the transportation of chemical oxygen generators in outer packagings meeting certain flame penetration resistance standards and thermal protection capabilities, as evidenced by comments received from the hazardous materials industry and other interested parties. The amendment contained in this rule is a minor substantive change, in the public interest, and unlikely to result in adverse comment.

This direct final rule is effective November 16, 2009, unless an adverse comment or notice of intent to file an adverse comment is received by November 16, 2009.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-24779.htm

Safety Advisory - Lithium Batteries

Comments: The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are alerting shippers and carriers to the importance of transporting lithium batteries safely. PHMSA and FAA are concerned that many persons who ship lithium batteries do not recognize the hazards posed by these batteries during transportation. We are issuing this advisory guidance to (1) Inform persons of recent aviation incidents involving fires aboard both passenger and cargo aircraft and the potential hazards that shipments of lithium batteries may present while in transportation, (2) provide information concerning the current requirements for the transportation of lithium batteries and (3) inform persons of the actions we have taken to date and plan to take in the future to address the hazards of these batteries.

For Complete Info: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-24184.htm