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10 Most Asked Hazmat Questions

We challenged Lion’s top instructors to answer the web’s most-searched questions about hazardous materials shipping compliance. Click play to see the 10 most common hazmat-related web searches and get the answers straight from the experts.

Part One

In this video, Flip answers the following top searches about shipping hazardous materials:

  1. Who needs hazmat training?
  2. Who provides hazmat placards for hazmat shipments?
  3. Who regulates hazardous materials in the US?
  4. When does hazmat training expire?
  5. Who needs a DOT hazardous materials security plan?


Part Two

In this video, Flip answers the following top searches about shipping hazardous materials

  1. What is required on hazmat shipping papers?
  2. What's the proper sequence for hazmat basic description?
  3. What is the hazmat shipping table (49 CFR 172.101)?
  4. Why is mascara hazmat?
  5. When is hazmat shipment considered "bulk" volume?


Join Flip and other experienced instructors for 49 CFR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code training that's engaging, fun, and designed to simplify the job of managing hazardous materials compliance: Lion.com/Hazmat-Shipper-Training


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The price was reasonable, the time to complete the course was manageable, and the flexibility the online training allowed made it easy to complete.

Felicia Rutledge

Hazmat Shipping Professional

This is the best RCRA training I've experienced! I will be visiting Lion training again.

Cynthia L. Logsdon

Principal Environmental Engineer

I was recently offered an opportunity to take my training through another company, but I politely declined. I only attend Lion Technology workshops.

Stephanie Gilliam

Material Production/Logistics Manager

The instructor was energetic and made learning fun compared to dry instructors from other training providers.

Andy D’Amato

International Trade Compliance Manager

Attending Lion Technology classes should be mandatory for every facility that ships or stores hazmat.

Genell Drake

Outbound Lead

Excellent. I learned more in two days with Lion than at a 5-day program I took with another provider.

Francisco Gallardo

HES Technician

The instructor was excellent. They knew all of the material without having to read from a notepad or computer.

Gary Hartzell

Warehouse Supervisor

Excellent job. Made what is very dry material interesting. Thoroughly explained all topics in easy-to-understand terms.

David Hertvik

Vice President

I had a positive experience utilizing this educational program. It was very informative, convenient, and rewarding from a career perspective.

John Gratacos

Logistics Manager

The instructor created a great learning environment.

Avinash Thummadi

CAD & Environmental Manager

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