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Hazmat Training for Ground Shippers

7/9/2026

Hazmat Training for Ground Shippers

Hazmat ground shippers need to comply with the Hazardous Materials Regulations found in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR).
Hazmat Rules for Sodium-Ion Batteries Proposed: US DOT

3/5/2026

Hazmat Rules for Sodium-Ion Batteries Proposed: US DOT

US DOT PHMSA's substantial proposed rule to align the Hazardous Materials Regulations includes substantial provisions for shipping sodium-ion batteries.
Did Your EX Approval Just Get X'd?

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. 
Hazmat Registration Ends June 30, Fees May Increase

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.
DOT Seeks Stakeholder Input on Hazmat Registration for Shippers and Carriers

9/22/2022

DOT Seeks Stakeholder Input on Hazmat Registration for Shippers and Carriers

To fund PHMSA’s national emergency preparedness grant program to levels required by law, the Agency may need to increase hazmat registration fees or expand the criteria for who must register.
PHMSA Corrects 49 CFR Corrections Rule

1/13/2021

PHMSA Corrects 49 CFR Corrections Rule

The effective date of the 49 CFR editorial changes finalized late last year is January 21, 2021—not January 20, 2021 as the rulemaking originally read.
Two New DOT Hazmat Regulations Finalized

12/29/2020

Two New DOT Hazmat Regulations Finalized

US DOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) finished off 2020 with two new hazmat rulemakings.
 
Final Rule Alert: PHMSA Reduces Hazmat Regulatory Burdens

11/25/2020

Final Rule Alert: PHMSA Reduces Hazmat Regulatory Burdens

A new PHMSA rulemaking revises the 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) to “update, clarify, or provide relief from various regulatory requirements without adversely affecting safety.”
 
Hazmat Shippers Brace for Holiday Shipageddon

10/22/2020

Hazmat Shippers Brace for Holiday Shipageddon

Major package carriers are preparing for an unprecedented peak shipping season and are warning shippers to expect significant in the coming months. 
How Much Hazmat Training is Enough?

10/12/2020

How Much Hazmat Training is Enough?

Even after you've mastered the domestic and international requirements for shipping hazardous materials, you may still feel uncertain that every "i" is dotted and every "t" crossed. Here we cover the minimum training that US DOT requires for every hazmat employee. 
 

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Timothy Mertes

Hazmat Shipping Professional

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

The course was very well structured and covered the material in a clear, concise manner.

Ian Martinez

Hazmat Shipping Professional

Lion is easily and consistently the best option for compliance training. I've learned new information from every instructor I've had.

Rachel Mathis

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