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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


Lion - Quotes

The instructor did an excellent job presenting a very dry subject; keeping everyone interested and making it enjoyable.

Marc Bugg

Hazardous Waste Professional

The instructor clearly enjoys his job and transmits that enthusiasm. He made a dry subject very interesting and fun.

Teresa Arellanes

EHS Manager

I have been to other training companies, but Lion’s material is much better and easier to understand.

Mark Abell

Regional Manager

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

Francisco Gallardo

HES Technician

One of the best trainings I have ever received!

Brandon Morfin

EH&S Manager

Lion courses always set the bar for content, reference, and practical application. Membership and access to the experts is an added bonus.

John Brown, CSP

Director of Safety & Env Affairs

Best course instructor I've ever had. Funny, relatable, engaging; made it interesting and challenged us as the professionals we are.

Amanda Schwartz

Environmental Coordinator

The instructor made the class very enjoyable and catered to the needs of our group.

Sarah Baker

Planner

You blew the doors off the competition!

Stephen Bieschke

Facilities Manager

Our instructor was very dynamic and kept everyone's interest. Hazmat shipping can be a dry, complicated topic but I was engaged the entire time.

Kimberly Arnao

Senior Director of EH&S

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