Rule
34-055
Schedule
8682
Subject
Explosive Flammable or Objectionable Cargo
Effective
October 1, 2020
Issued
October 1, 2020
With a minimum of ninety-six (96) hours prior written notice, cargo that is highly explosive, flammable, objectionable in nature or of uncertain value may be provided handling, storage and wharfage. Additional expenses incurred by the Authority such as but not limited to: providing additional security, providing work space, closing a berth, or ceasing vessel operations, shall be assessed to the ocean carrier that is discharging or loading such cargo. Hazardous materials classified as 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, and 1.6, as well as class 5 commodities containing ammonium nitrate, must be discharged and/or loaded in accordance with United States Coast Guard (USCG) guidelines (see Rules 34-504 and 34-521). These hazardous materials will not be stored on any Authority facility, nor received via rail.