PHMSA Proposes to Codify Procedures for Hazmat Special Permits

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is proposing to codify its standard operating procedures for issuing special permits under the Hazardous Materials Regulations. Special permits are issued by PHMSA to allow for deviations from hazmat rules. PHMSA’s proposed rule adds to its regulations the standard operating procedures for evaluating and approving special permits. The proposed changes “do not change previously established special permit and approval policies,” said PHMSA. Comments are due Oct. 14.