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Overview
The Association of Waste Hazardous Materials Transporters (AWHMT) requested information concerning OSHAs jurisdiction over matters related to the transportation of hazardous waste. This presentation addresses OSHAs jurisdiction pertaining to hazardous waste transportation in the railroad and trucking industries, and discusses the application of key OSHA standards, including: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Toxic and Hazardous Substances Process Safety Management Material Handling OSHAs Draft Proposed Safety and Health Program Rule
Background
OSH Act
Enacted to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for every working man and woman. Covers every employer engaged in business affecting interstate commerce who has one or more employees. OSHA was created to promulgate and enforce safety and health standards.
OSHA has jurisdiction for: Actions associated with loading and unloading the vehicle or railcar at destination points where DOT does not address a safety or health hazard. Response to hazardous waste emergencies.
If employees are required to respond to hazardous waste emergencies: Employees must receive:
Employers must: Develop an emergency response program for hazardous substance releases in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120(q). Develop an emergency response plan in accordance with (29 CFR 1910.120(q)(1) and (q)(2).