Each day hundreds of thousands of hazmat shipments take place throughout the length and breadth of this country as well as internationally. The risks and challenges involved in transporting hazardous materials, whether they are transported by ground, air, or vessel,… Continue Reading
Online hazmat training will have a new face in 2023 with the much-awaited launch of Hazmat University’s Dynamic Learning Environment. From the 1st of January, 2023, hazmat employees, freight forwarders, shipping agents, and anyone else who will handle, ship, or… Continue Reading
Working with dangerous goods in any capacity requires a thorough understanding of the dangerous goods regulations that govern this industry. It is important for hazmat professionals to stay up-to-date on these regulations and any changes or amendments, as noncompliance can… Continue Reading
When it comes to transporting hazardous materials, choosing the right packaging is extremely important. If you choose the wrong packaging, it can lead to a hazmat incident, which can put the safety and well-being of people at risk and harm… Continue Reading
If you are someone who is involved in the transportation of hazardous materials, it is necessary for you to be aware of the technical and non-technical terms that are used in hazardous materials regulations, otherwise known as hazmat definitions, so… Continue Reading
It has been just over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic forced Amendment 39-18 (2018 Edition) into effect, and we would like to remind everyone utilizing the IMDG Code for your vessel shipments that this extended validity expires on May… Continue Reading
Spring is the season of new beginnings. It is the time to declutter, trim, and get rid of what you might no longer need. For those in the hazmat shipping industry, it is the right time to replace old and… Continue Reading
The US DOT has recently announced the Final Rule regarding minimum and maximum penalty increases for hazmat shipping violations. These civil financial penalties for the failure to comply with HMR (hazardous materials regulations) are usually increased each year to match… Continue Reading
When it comes to the transportation of hazardous materials/dangerous goods by surface, air, or water, the word “certification” is often cited as a regulatory requirement for hazmat employees. But what exactly is hazmat certification? Used in this context, “certification” is… Continue Reading
Welcome to the sixth and final installment of Hazmat University’s DG Journal. Today we will discuss the IMDG shipping by vessel limited quantities (LQ) process, and the 16 steps to bear in mind when preparing these shipments. Read on for… Continue Reading
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