Are the shipments inspected after being loaded?
Yes. State inspectors conduct an independent inspection of each loaded truck at the generator site to verify compliance with all transportation and packaging requirements and regulations. Each shipment must be “defect free” before it is allowed to depart. Inspectors follow the enhanced or “Level VI” procedures and out-of-service criteria of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). These inspection procedures are comprehensive and focus on making sure each shipment will meet all federal standards for hazardous materials shipments. Some states also perform a radiological inspection of the container.
