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3/14/2024

PHMSA Answers 19 Questions About Hazmat Training

PHMSA released a third set of FAQs meant to increase the understanding and awareness of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). This is part of an effort that was announced almost two years ago.

2/26/2024

Hazmat Safety Advisory: Nurse Tank Launched 300 Feet

A US DOT Safety Advisory warns hazardous materials stakeholders about potential "catastrophic failure" of a hazmat packaging known as nurse tanks made by one manufacturer during a five-year time window.

1/15/2024

How Undeclared Hazmat Gets Discovered In Transit

With thousands of undeclared shipments posing potential threat to worker safety, public health, and supply chain security every year, some may wonder: How would someone know that a package contains hazmat if the package displays no hazmat markings or labels?

11/30/2023

Relaxed Shipping Regulations for Fireworks, Tracer Ammunition Proposed

For businesses that ship low-hazard fireworks or small arms ammunition, a rule proposed by US DOT last week aims to streamline compliance with the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).

10/27/2023

Which IMDG Code Edition to Follow in 2024?

Starting January 1, 2024, shippers of hazardous materials/DG by vessel must prepare shipments in compliance with the 2022 IMDG Code (Amendment 41-22).

9/21/2023

PHMSA Asks for Input on 46 Hazmat Regulation Topics

With its list of forty-six hazardous materials topics to consider, PHMSA's July 5 request for comments offers something for just about everyone—including shippers of aerosols, lithium batteries, ethyl alcohol, IBCs, or hazmat limited quantities.

9/5/2023

DOT Suspends Authorization for LNG in Rail Tank Cars

Update: US DOT is suspending authorization of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in rail tank cars until the agency can complete a new rule to modify the requirements, or June 30, 2025, whichever comes first.

8/18/2023

PHMSA Answers Hazmat Incident Report FAQs

PHMSA's second Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) info release for hazmat shippers and stakeholders focuses on reporting hazardous materials transportation incidents.

8/17/2023

2024 IATA DGR Available for Pre-order

Pre-order your 2024 IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), the revised manual for hazmat air shippers that takes effect on January 1, 2024.

7/28/2023

The Last 10 Years: Undeclared Hazmat Shipments

Approximately 1,500 transportation incidents involving undeclared hazardous materials occur each year. See the common culprits and consequences of undeclared hazmat shipments.

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Lawrence Patterson

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Quatama Jackson

Waste Management Professional

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Diana Joyner

Senior Environmental Engineer

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Shane Hersh

Materials Handler

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Caroline Froning

Plant Chemist

The exercises in the DOT hazardous materials management course are especially helpful in evaluating your understanding of course information.

Morgan Bliss

Principal Industrial Hygienist

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