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6/19/2023

Did Your EX Approval Just Get X'd?

PHMSA updated the HMR a few years ago to require that certain Division 1.4S explosives pass an additional UN test to remain approved for transportation in the US. Shippers who did not provide evidence of testing had approvals terminated.

6/17/2023

TRI Reporting Due July 1: America's Most Reported Substances

Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reports are due from covered facilities by July 1. This week, we reviewed the most recently published TRI data to rank the "most released" chemicals in the US.

6/15/2023

Quick Quiz: A Hazmat Father's Day

This quiz highlights contributions to hazardous materials training and emergency response from the man many call "the Father of Modern Hazmat Thinking," Ludwig Benner Jr.

6/12/2023

Gasoline Tanker Fire Causes I-95 Collapse Near Philadelphia

Update: Demolition of the section of I-95 damaged by a recent gasoline tanker fire near Philadelphia was completed on Friday, June 16. Re-building has begun, with crews working around the clock.

6/12/2023

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/12

In this week's Roundup, a beer brewer faces $500,000+ in penalties for alleged Clean Air and EPCRA violations. Plus, enforcement actions in Kansas City and St. Louis related to alleged RCRA and chemical reporting violations.

6/9/2023

Help, My Hazmat Has 2 Hazards!

How to use the 49 CFR precedence of hazard instructions, precedence of hazard table, and more in 49 CFR 173.2a to determine which of two hazard classes or divisions is the primary hazard, and which is subsidiary.

6/2/2023

What's New for 2023 TRI Reports Due July 1?

Annual EPCRA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting, also called "Form R" or "SARA 313" reporting, is due by July 1 from covered facilities. Here's what to know as the deadline approaches.

6/1/2023

Hazmat Registration Ends June 30, Fees May Increase

US DOT PHMSA may need to increase the Registration fee amounts paid by shippers and carriers of certain types and quantities of hazardous materials in order to fund hazmat emergency preparedness and training grants.

5/31/2023

Quick Quiz: Who's a "Hazmat Employee"?

Take the quiz to see which of four shipping-related job roles are covered by the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) per a PHMSA letter of interpretation about hazmat training for employees.

5/30/2023

NY Adds Aerosol Cans, Paint as Universal Wastes

Starting July 8, 2023, hazardous waste generators in New York may manage aerosol cans and paint under the streamlined universal waste standards. See the highlights of NYSDEC's rule.

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Hazardous Waste Professional

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Permitting, Compliance & Environmental Manager

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Pamela Embody

EHS Specialist

If I need thorough training or updating, I always use Lion. Lion is always the best in both instruction and materials.

Bryce Parker

EHS Manager

The instructor kept the class engaged and made learning fun. There was a lot of information to cover but time flew by. I will definitely use Lion in the future!

Chelsea Minguela

Hazmat Shipping Professional

The instructor made the class enjoyable. He presented in a very knowledgeable, personable manner. Best class I've ever attended. Will take one again.

John Nekoloff

Environmental Compliance Manager

I really enjoy your workshops. Thank you for such a great program and all the help Lion has provided me over the years!

George Chatman

Hazardous Material Pharmacy Technician

Energetic/enthusiastic! Made training enjoyable, understandable and fun!

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