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License to Transport: B.C. Hazardous Waste Regulation Under the HWR, transporters moving hazardous materials, including damaged or
hazardous lithium-ion batteries, must hold a valid License to Transport
issued by the B.C. Ministry of Environment. NEXT Who Needs a License to Transport? • Any individual or company transporting 1,000 kg or more of batteries in B.C. License to Transport: B.C. Hazardous Waste Regulation NEXT • Proof of Compliance:
Demonstrate adherence to TDG Regulations and environmental safety standards. The key requirements for obtaining a License to Transport include: • Financial Security:
Provide financial assurance or insurance coverage to cover potential liabilities during transportation. • Application Submission:
Complete the license application through the Ministry of Environment’s portal. • Annual Renewal:
Licenses must be renewed annually, with compliance audits conducted by the Ministry. License to Transport: B.C. Hazardous Waste Regulation NEXT • Detailed description of the waste (e.g., damaged lithium-ion batteries). If transporting more than the prescribed volume, transporters must use B.C.’s
Hazardous Waste Manifest to document the movement of hazardous materials.
Manifests must include: • Destination facility information. • Waste generator’s information. • Signatures from all parties involved in the transport process. License to Transport: B.C. Hazardous Waste Regulation • Vehicles must meet safety requirements under both HWR and TDG regulations. Additional requirements for licensed transporters include: • Include spill containment measures, fire suppression equipment, and proper securing
mechanisms for hazardous materials. • Transport Vehicle Standards: • Driver Training: • Drivers must be trained and certified for handling and transporting dangerous goods. • Additional training may be required for handling specific materials, such as lithium-ion batteries. • Proper Packaging and Labeling: • Damaged batteries or EVs must be packaged in compliance with UN-certified standards
for Class 9 hazardous materials. • Apply TDG-compliant labels and placards indicating the hazardous nature of the cargo. NEXT License to Transport: B.C. Hazardous Waste Regulation • Maintain all relevant licenses, manifests, and proof of compliance during transport. Additional requirements for licensed transporters include: • Ensure that waste manifests are submitted to the Ministry within the required timeframe
after transport is completed. • Documentation: • Transporters are subject to inspections by provincial authorities to ensure compliance
with HWR and TDG regulations. • Non-compliance can result in fines, license suspension, or revocation. Find more information at the web link here: Click Here

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