Closure Instructions for steel drums require that the ‘art’ of closing a steel drum be translated into technical instruction. These instructions are written without any …
Department of Transporation and the United Nations
DOT/UN
And What If It Won‘t Close?
Containers manufactured to be United Nations (UN) or DOT certified must be accompanied by manufacturer specific Closure Instructions. These instructions indicate the process which a …
Be Prepared If Dot Enforcement Knocks On Your Door
The Hazardous Materials Enforcement division of DOT claims that they do not randomly select their inspection locations. About 97% are the result of an employee …
Say “No” To Vibration Testing
As a result of issues brought forth to members of the European Delegation of the United Nations Committee of Experts, a recent proposal was circulated …
Discovering A Leaky Package — What To Do About Shipping?
If a package or container is found to be damaged and leaking, the shipper has primary responsibility for ensuring that the hazardous goods inside, are …
A Hazardous Materials Riddle For You
Question: What do paint, resin, adhesive, a car battery, grapefruit peel oil, valeraldehyde, an empty automotive engine, organic peroxide, and fireworks have in common?? Answer: …