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
Data shows that every year, nearly 1,500 hazmat incidents occur as a result of undeclared hazmat shipment materials. To prevent this problem, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has created an initiative called ‘Check the Box’. Hazardous materials… Continue Reading
Every day, tons of hazardous materials are transported across the world. In the United States, more than three billion tons of hazardous materials are transported every year, which constitutes 12% of all freight tonnage transported within the country. Apart from… Continue Reading
When hazmat civil penalties see an increase, it serves as a clear indication from the US DOT that hazmat compliance is critical and non-negotiable. It’s vital for hazmat employers, employees, stakeholders, and organizations involved in hazardous materials shipping and handling… Continue Reading
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
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
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