Haz-mat Training Is Good For Your Business

More than one-third of the Department‘s enforcement actions pertaining to violations of the hazardous materials transportation regulations involve the failure of hazmat employers to provide training or maintain test records. In most cases violations are attributed to failure to provide function specific training. For example, an investigator questions incorrect entries on a shipping paper prepared by a hazmat employee who responds that he was not instructed, nor tested, by his hazmat employer regarding the preparation of shipping papers. You should determine if the safety training is appropriate to your business activity. Hazmat training is a critical element to the future of your business and not something that should be overlooked. Training information can be found at: http://hazmat.dot.gov/training.htm or by calling the Office of Hazardous Materials Initiatives and Training at 202.366.4900.