In 2005, PHMSA initiated a policy imposing a 5-year expiration date on fireworks classification approvals. This policy was initiated to ensure that background information supporting …
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Even though you may be purchasing a drum that meets the United Nations criteria for shipping hazardous materials, the proper closure of the drum is …
Another Battery Fire On Board an Aircraft
D & M Custom Injection Molding Corp. of Burlington, Ill gave a five-piece shipment of approximately 2,000 smokeless cigarettes to Federal Express, for transportation by …
UN Steel Drums Used to Transport Flammable Film
Anyone that has ever watched a movie with me has heard me state that “just about every movie made has a shot of a steel …
Clarifying the Application of UN Markings
In accordance with UN recommendations, certified markings indicate the performance rating and test information about a steel drum must be applied in accordance with CFR …
Trucking Company Pays Dearly for PHMSA Related Scheme
When the DOT talks about their being “too cozy” with industry, I find it hard to understand why a company would not invest in verifying …