Last month, the Final Rule for HM-189Y included a number of editorial and error corrections. Included in these was the addition of two semi-colons and …
2005
PHSMA States Position On Closure Instructions For Returnables
In accordance with 49CFR 178.2(c), closure instructions are required to be supplied by manufacturers and distributors of all UN certified packagings. Responding to an inquiry …
Skolnik Products Exceed Industry Standards
Recently, I spoke to a customer about some of the specialized uses for our Carbon and Stainless Steel Drums. He was surprised to hear that …
Keep Up To Date On Trucking Issues Due To Katrina
ATA, The American Trucking Association, and the entire trucking industry, is assessing the impact of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina on Gulf Coast states. …
DOT Enforcement Actions Grow Under PHMSA
Companies continue to be fined by PHMSA for failing to train their hazardous materials employees. In August 2005, fines to 26 companies totaled $146,761.00, many …
Skolnik‘s Response To Katrina
Two weeks ago, I was planning to attend a conference on dangerous goods in New Orleans. Today, New Orleans, itself, suffers from dangerous goods contamination. …