Security Plans

Part 172, Subpart I of the HMR requires that anyone who transports or offers hazardous materials meeting the defined requirements of 172.800 must develop and adhere to a security plan. In addition, final rule HM-232F, Risk-Based Adjustment of Transportation Security Plan Requirements, which became effective on October 1, 2010, modified security plan requirements to address a specific list of the types and quantities of hazardous materials that are considered "high consequence" if stolen or used for harmful purposes. It considers the physical and chemical properties, quantities shipped, mode of transportation, past terrorist use, potential use, availability of the materials, and how they could contribute to a security incident.

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