Effective January 1, 2017, UPS and Fed Ex added more restrictive requirements for shipping Section II Lithium batteries by Air than those imposed by the IATA regulations. UPS Air service: All US Air and International Air shipments of lithium ion …
Companies who produce, distribute, sell or recycle hazmat must have strict internal operations and security plans, that ensure safe processing and handling of all chemicals – they must also arrange for safe transportation of their chemical components. This often requires …
Regulatory Compliance Audits And Why They’re Important The last thing you want is to fail a compliance audit. Hazardous materials are a serious matter and auditors will not overlook any issue that could pose a danger. Not only will failing …
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) have long been in use as the standard hazard communications platforms that accompany chemicals and volatile items in transit – commonly used by chemical manufacturers & distributors as a means of notifying handlers and end …
It’s no surprise that businesses who handle hazardous materials and items of HAZMAT are heavily regulated by the federal government. These regulations also apply to organizations that transport hazardous materials where the risk of public exposure to contaminants is greatly …
When it comes to packaging of hazardous materials, meeting packaging requirements is critical. Hazmat packaging companies must abide by these regulations and requirements in order to ensure the safety of their employees, as well as safety of others. This article …
Don’t let your business get caught with an OSHA violation. After August 1, 2016, the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 expires, allowing OSHA fines to increase. This legislation allowed federal agency’s yearly fine increase to be based …
Chemicals are everywhere. They are used to simplify household chores, purify water, and increase crop yields. However, chemicals are hazardous to the environment and humans when used/released in an improper manner. These hazardous materials can be in the form of …
Knowing how to prepare for an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspection could mean the difference between closing the doors or thriving as a business. You should also be aware of the factors that may lead to such an …
When you operate a business in the hazmat industry, compliance to regulations is essential. The failure to adhere to industry rules could lead to the demise of a business – so you’ll need to remain on top of the guidelines …