The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recently conducted an unannounced hazardous materials/dangerous goods (HM/DG) inspection blitz across Canada and the U.S., revealing significant compliance challenges. …
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New Requirement for Freight Railroads to Provide Hazmat Information to First Reponders
In the news: On June 24, 2024 the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced a final rule to …
The 15 Most Dangerous Types of Cargo Revealed
The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG) is an organization that focuses on improving global supply chain safety. This list is not exhaustive, but each item illustrates …
How Can I Stay Updated on the Latest Regulations and Best Practices for Hazardous Waste Handling?
Throughout hazardous waste’s journey, the responsibility for proper handling shifts from party to party. While the waste is on site where it was produced, the …
Can Acids Be Stored in Plastic Containers?
Oversimplified, acids are chemical substances that react with other substances by donating a proton (hydrogen ion). All acids are reactive, but not all acids react …
Why Does Carbon Steel Rust?
The Rust Equation: You might remember Fe + O2 + H2O? Well, when carbon steel meets oxygen (O2) and water (H2O), a bit of chemical …