Download or read book Analysis of the Preemptive Effect of Federal Hazardous Material Laws on Virginia s Bridge tunnel Regulations written by David Randal Ayers and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In May 1988, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) adopted regulations that govern the transportation of hazardous materials through seven highway tunnel facilities. Recently, the validity of these regulations have been called into question on two separate grounds. First, since the federal government has been active in regulating the transportation of hazardous materials, the Commerce and Supremacy Clauses of the U.S. Constitution may preclude states from adopting hazardous material transportation regulations. Second, regulations promulgated under the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA) of 1975 may preclude state regulatory activity in the hazardous material transportation area. This study evaluates the legality of the VDOT tunnel regulations in light of the above challenges to their validity. As to the first challenge to the VDOT regulations, it is highly unlikely a court would find the regulations preempted. VDOT's regulations, however, are more problematic when tested against the preemption provisions outlined in the HMTA. The HMTA expressly preempts state regulations which: 1. make compliance with the federal regulations an impossibility; 2. are an obstacle to the accomplishment of the federal regulations; or 3. which are preempted under 49 App. U.S.C. 1804(a)(4) (which preempts state regulations that deal with a subject covered by the HMTA and which are not substantively identical to the HMTA provisions) or 49 App. U.S.C. 1804(b) (which excludes certain state regulations that deal with hazardous material routing). The analysis conducted in this study seems to indicate that the HMTA preempts VDOT's attempt to regulate hazardous material shipments through the state's tunnels. However, the HMTA also includes a number of exceptions to the general preemption rules. One of these regulations, 49 C.F.R. 177.810 (1992) provides that: nothing contained in [the regulations promulgated under the HMTA] shall be so construed as to nullify or supersede regulations established ... under authority of State statute ... regarding the kind, character, or quantity of any hazardous material permitted by such regulations to be transported through any urban vehicular tunnel used for mass transportation. In summary, the VDOT tunnel regulations are almost certainly preempted to the extent they apply to non-urban tunnels, and may further be preempted to the extent they reclassify hazardous materials. Consequently, it is recommended that VDOT submit its regulations to the Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA) of the Department of Transportation for a preemption determination.
Download or read book Highway Research Abstracts written by and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Truck Safety Regulation Inspection and Enforcement in Virginia written by Clinton H. Simpson and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In response to a request from the Director of the Virginia Department of Transportation Safety an evaluation of the state and federal regulations, inspection programs and enforcement activities regarding truck safety was carried out. The purpose of the study was to assess the nature and scope of current regulatory activities; to compare and contrast state and federal approaches; and to ascertain whether or not a problem exists with state regulations, inspections, and enforcement and, if so, to suggest remedial measures. The study was carried out with guidance provided by a project advisory group consisting of representatives of the Department of Highways and Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles, Department of State Police, Department of Health, Office of Energy and Emergency Services, State Corporation Commission, Port Authority, Division of Legislative Services, Office of the Attorney General, U. S. Bureau of Motor Carrier Safety, National Transportation Safety Board, and the Virginia Highway Users Association. The evaluation included a review of relevant literature, a questionnaire survey of other states, site visits and observations of SCC and BMCS on-road safety inspections, a review and comparison of state and federal laws and regulations, and an analysis of available data concerning truck accidents. Analysis of the information obtained led to the. Conclusion that some revisions to the regulatory provisions governing the trucking industry and the transportation of hazardous materials are warranted. Recommendations for the revision of Virginia's regulations and administrative programs are offered.
Download or read book Monthly Checklist of State Publications written by Library of Congress. Exchange and Gift Division and published by . This book was released on 1994-08 with total page 1152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: June and Dec. issues contain listings of periodicals.
Download or read book Hazardous Materials Transportation Act Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act and Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Act Authorizations written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Benefits and Pitfalls of Strengthening Virginia s Open container Laws written by Kimberly M. Mattingly and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study addressed the conditions on federal highway funding imposed by the federal government in the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) and its successor Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) relating to a state's implementation of a compliant open-container law. Although SAFETEA-LU amended TEA-21 in a number of ways, it did not change the statutory standard for open-container laws established by TEA-21. Non-compliant states have a percentage of their highway construction funds diverted to a safety fund. In this study, the constitutionality of such restrictions was explored and found to be acceptable given similar Supreme Court precedent. Second, the responses of other states to the federal initiatives were determined and assessed for compliance. Third, the efficacy of the federal guidelines in terms of their impact on highway safety was explored. Fourth, Virginia's current open-container law was analyzed with regard to its compliance with the federal mandate. Virginia's open-container law does not comply with the provisions of TEA-21. As a result, 3 percent of Virginia's highway construction funds are diverted from highway construction to safety programs. If Virginia passed a law that satisfied the federal conditions, this transfer would stop. If Virginia does not pass such a law, it cannot avoid the transfer of more than $16 million pursuant to 23 U.S.C.154 for fiscal year 2006. An additional benefit of enacting a stricter open-container statute is that such a law could potentially function as a "back up" charge that might be pressed if a driver was suspected to be driving under the influence of alcohol but the violation could not be substantiated in a traffic stop. However, there is much debate as to the actual effect of TEA-21-compliant open-container laws on reducing the frequency and severity of alcohol-related traffic crashes.
Download or read book CDL Study Guide Book written by CDL Test Prep Team and published by Test Prep Books. This book was released on 2016-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Test Prep Book's CDL Study Guide Book: Test Preparation & Training Manual for the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Exam Developed by Test Prep Books for test takers trying to achieve a passing score on the CDL exam, this comprehensive study guide includes: -Quick Overview -Test-Taking Strategies -Introduction -Driving Safely -Transporting Cargo Safely -Transporting Passengers Safely -Air Brakes -Combination Vehicles -Doubles and Triples -Tank Vehicles -Hazardous Materials -School Buses -Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection Test -Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test -On-Road Driving -Practice Questions -Detailed Answer Explanations Disclaimer: CDL(R) is a registered trademark of Commercial Drivers License, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. Each section of the test has a comprehensive review created by Test Prep Books that goes into detail to cover all of the content likely to appear on the CDL test. The Test Prep Books CDL practice test questions are each followed by detailed answer explanations. If you miss a question, it's important that you are able to understand the nature of your mistake and how to avoid making it again in the future. The answer explanations will help you to learn from your mistakes and overcome them. Understanding the latest test-taking strategies is essential to preparing you for what you will expect on the exam. A test taker has to not only understand the material that is being covered on the test, but also must be familiar with the strategies that are necessary to properly utilize the time provided and get through the test without making any avoidable errors. Test Prep Books has drilled down the top test-taking tips for you to know. Anyone planning to take this exam should take advantage of the CDL training review material, practice test questions, and test-taking strategies contained in this Test Prep Books study guide.
Download or read book Roundabouts written by Lee August Rodegerdts and published by Transportation Research Board. This book was released on 2010 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 672: Roundabouts: An Informational Guide - Second Edition explores the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of roundabouts. The report also addresses issues that may be useful in helping to explain the trade-offs associated with roundabouts. This report updates the U.S. Federal Highway Administration's Roundabouts: An Informational Guide, based on experience gained in the United States since that guide was published in 2000.
Download or read book FRA Guide for Preparing Accidents incidents Reports written by United States. Federal Railroad Administration. Office of Safety and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Laws and Regulatory Schemes for Noise Abatement written by George Washington University and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2011-01-27 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A respected resource for decades, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals has been updated by a committee of experts, taking into consideration input from the scientific and laboratory animal communities and the public at large. The Guide incorporates new scientific information on common laboratory animals, including aquatic species, and includes extensive references. It is organized around major components of animal use: Key concepts of animal care and use. The Guide sets the framework for the humane care and use of laboratory animals. Animal care and use program. The Guide discusses the concept of a broad Program of Animal Care and Use, including roles and responsibilities of the Institutional Official, Attending Veterinarian and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Animal environment, husbandry, and management. A chapter on this topic is now divided into sections on terrestrial and aquatic animals and provides recommendations for housing and environment, husbandry, behavioral and population management, and more. Veterinary care. The Guide discusses veterinary care and the responsibilities of the Attending Veterinarian. It includes recommendations on animal procurement and transportation, preventive medicine (including animal biosecurity), and clinical care and management. The Guide addresses distress and pain recognition and relief, and issues surrounding euthanasia. Physical plant. The Guide identifies design issues, providing construction guidelines for functional areas; considerations such as drainage, vibration and noise control, and environmental monitoring; and specialized facilities for animal housing and research needs. The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides a framework for the judgments required in the management of animal facilities. This updated and expanded resource of proven value will be important to scientists and researchers, veterinarians, animal care personnel, facilities managers, institutional administrators, policy makers involved in research issues, and animal welfare advocates.
Download or read book Code of Federal Regulations written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 1048 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Special edition of the Federal register. Subject/agency index for rules codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, revised as of Jan. 1 ...
Download or read book Traffic Incident Management Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intended to assist agencies responsible for incident management activities on public roadways to improve their programs and operations.Organized into three major sections: Introduction to incident management; organizing, planning, designing and implementing an incident management program; operational and technical approaches to improving the incident management process.
Download or read book Storm Water Management for Construction Activities written by US EPA and published by CRC-Press. This book was released on 1993-06-28 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide shows you how to develop and implement a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan specifically designed for your construction site. It should answer any questions you have regarding the NPDES General Permit for Storm Water Discharges from Construction Activities that are classified as "Associated with Industrial Activity" (referred to as EPA's Baseline Construction General Permit). Step-by-step guidelines and checklists walk you through the process of setting up your plan, which makes the book invaluable for consultants, regulators, and construction managers and engineers.
Download or read book Code of Federal Regulations written by and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bus Rapid Transit Practitioner s Guide written by Kittelson & Associates and published by Transportation Research Board. This book was released on 2007 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction -- Planning framework -- Estimating BRT ridership -- Component features, costs, and impacts -- System packaging, integration, and assessment -- Land development guidelines.
Download or read book Emergency Response Guidebook written by U.S. Department of Transportation and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-06-03 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does the identification number 60 indicate a toxic substance or a flammable solid, in the molten state at an elevated temperature? Does the identification number 1035 indicate ethane or butane? What is the difference between natural gas transmission pipelines and natural gas distribution pipelines? If you came upon an overturned truck on the highway that was leaking, would you be able to identify if it was hazardous and know what steps to take? Questions like these and more are answered in the Emergency Response Guidebook. Learn how to identify symbols for and vehicles carrying toxic, flammable, explosive, radioactive, or otherwise harmful substances and how to respond once an incident involving those substances has been identified. Always be prepared in situations that are unfamiliar and dangerous and know how to rectify them. Keeping this guide around at all times will ensure that, if you were to come upon a transportation situation involving hazardous substances or dangerous goods, you will be able to help keep others and yourself out of danger. With color-coded pages for quick and easy reference, this is the official manual used by first responders in the United States and Canada for transportation incidents involving dangerous goods or hazardous materials.
