Each package of waste must be clearly labeled to identify whether it is Class A waste, Class B waste, or Class C waste in accordance with WAC
246-249-040. This marking is in addition to any transportation markings or labeling required by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission or the United States Department of Transportation and shall consist of lettering one-half inch high or greater in a durable contrasting color with the background surrounding the lettering. The classification marking shall be visible on the same side as the radioactive marking or label and in close proximity (within six inches). Waste packages marked "Radioactive," "Limited Quantity" or "Radioactive LSA" need only one classification marking whereas waste packages labeled White I, Yellow II, or Yellow III shall have classification markings in close proximity (within six inches) to each label.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
70.98.050 and
70.98.080. WSR 91-16-109 (Order 187), § 246-249-060, filed 8/7/91, effective 9/7/91. Statutory Authority: RCW
43.70.040. WSR 91-02-049 (Order 121), recodified as § 246-249-060, filed 12/27/90, effective 1/31/91. Statutory Authority: RCW
70.98.080. WSR 87-01-031 (Order 2450), § 402-62-070, filed 12/11/86.]