PHMSA and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission are jointly seeking comments on issues concerning requirements in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regulations for the …
HazMat
Do Your Employees Need Hazmat Training?
The U.S. Department of Transportation requires every hazmat employer to provide one or several types of training to hazmat employees that perform hazmat transportation functions. …
Steel Drums Reign
Usage of steel drums continues to defy contenders as being the most reliable packaging for the shipment of dangerous goods. However, while the popularity is …
CVSA Reports Results of Unannounced Hazmat Inspections
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance reported the results of over 13,000 roadside inspections of vehicles transporting hazardous materials in the U.S., Canada and Mexico during …
Choosing a Packaging is More Than Just an “X” Rating!
When shipping dangerous goods, only the shipper knows the potential perils that a packaging might face. Many in industry assume that if they are in …
When a HazMat shipment is Rejected!
Rejected shipments are classified dangerous goods shipments that did not meet the regulatory requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations. A rejected shipment can be …