It‘s easy to feel intimidated in a haz-mat conversation when the acronyms start flying. With some acronyms we try to find an easy pronunciation of …
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As Steel Prices Rise, Beware The Lure To Thinner Steel
By now, you probably are aware that there is a global steel crisis causing steel prices to spike and material to be scarce. In order …
DOT/RSPA Harmonize Radioactive Regulations
The Research and Special Projects Administration within the DOT has finally completed the long awaited harmonization of radioactive material regulations. Effective October 1st, 2004, HM-230 …
DOT Security Inspections Underway
Three months ago, DOT began training their in-field inspectors in the matter of security training. The latest regulation requires that companies dealing with hazardous materials …
Plan Ahead
During these initial stages of Security Plan Inspections, the Dangerous Goods Advisory Council warns that "any plan is better then no plan." If you have …
Enhanced Haz-mat Incident Reporting
Under HM-229, the Research and Special Projects Administration (RSPA) of DOT is revising the incident reporting requirements of the Hazardous Materials Regulations and the hazardous …