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What is Considered Strong Outer Packaging?

Posted on November 5, 2019 by
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Complying with hazmat packaging regulations is essential. Well, complying with any kind of hazmat regulations is essential, but this specific set is particularly important because it’s so close to the end of the compliance process. Imagine running a marathon and… Continue Reading →

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E-Cigs, Vapes, and Hazmat Regulations – Oh My!

Posted on October 29, 2019 by
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  Airbags, fire extinguishers, fuels—they all conjure images of what are colloquially referred to as “hazardous materials.” E-cigarettes and vaporizers, while seen as innocuous and ever-present accessories in our modern world, have a connotation as harmless and safe ways to… Continue Reading →

49 CFR, IATA/ICAO Air, IMDG Vessel, Lithium Batteries, Online Training

Significant Changes to the 61st Edition IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations

Posted on October 15, 2019 by

  It is that time of the year again. IATA has released a list of “significant changes and amendments” to the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), which will now see its 61st edition. Hazmat employees involved in the transport of dangerous… Continue Reading →

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Key Takeaways From PHMSA’s Hazmat Transportation Training Requirements

Posted on October 8, 2019 by
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  The key body of regulations governing the lawful transport of hazardous materials, 49 CFR, is extensive and exhaustive. As a result, hazmat training, which focuses on learning and understanding regulations, can also be exhausting for those who are new… Continue Reading →

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Why Hazmat Training Matters for C-Suite Executives

Posted on October 2, 2019 by
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In practically every single post on our blog, we usually focus on the hazmat employee. Hazmat employee is a term typically used to refer to the people on the forefront of the hazmat compliance process, the ones who may be… Continue Reading →

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How Hazmat Compliance Errors Can Create Chain Reactions

Posted on September 24, 2019 by
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Hazmat training, among other functions, serves to reinforce that any actions of noncompliance in this line of work may result in an incident. Despite this, hazmat employees may find themselves wondering if such concerns could be hyperbolic – and if… Continue Reading →

49 CFR, IATA/ICAO Air, IMDG Vessel, Lithium Batteries, Online Training

Exploring the Consequences of Improper Dangerous Goods Packaging

Posted on September 17, 2019 by
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Properly packaging dangerous goods is essential for their safe transport, but not just any type of packaging will suffice. Dangerous goods regulations prescribe packing requirements for each and every kind of dangerous goods. In many cases, the package will be… Continue Reading →

49 CFR, IATA/ICAO Air, IMDG Vessel, Lithium Batteries, Online Training

Understanding Key Hazmat Definitions

Posted on September 10, 2019 by
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As we recently explained, hazmat employees need to know the technical terms used in hazmat regulations. This may sound simple enough but the sections containing these hazmat terms and definitions can be quite lengthy. Just look at 49 CFR §171.8,… Continue Reading →

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An Introduction to Quantities of Dangerous Goods: Compliance During Transport

Posted on September 3, 2019 by
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When determining how to safely and compliantly transport hazardous materials, you need to assess multiple aspects of the package in question. All of them are important, but many of them, such as weight and volume, are strongly connected to one… Continue Reading →

49 CFR, IATA/ICAO Air, IMDG Vessel, Lithium Batteries, Online Training

Summer Sizzles, But Transporting Hazardous Materials Should Not

Posted on June 18, 2019 by
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Summer officially begins on June 21. Keeping an eye on the calendar is important when it comes to transporting hazardous materials. The manufacturing and distribution of products defined as hazmat increases as the temperature increases. Products for personal care and/or… Continue Reading →

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