Not all hazardous materials are created equal, but all must be treated with respect. It is important to understand the classifications of these dangerous goods and how to safely and properly handle each. This article will briefly explain the nine …
IATA Dangerous Goods (Hazmat) Training plays an important role in helping businesses and their employees understand the latest regulations for handling dangerous goods. Hence, this article will focus on the key target personnel in shipping companies that require hazmat training. …
Regulatory differences between various modes of transport can be challenging for and misunderstood by organizations. Therefore, they end up making mistakes when preparing their dangerous goods for transportation. A major cause to this issue is untrained and non-compliant employees who …
The transportation of hazardous materials is a risky undertaking which cannot be carried out by untrained personnel. For this reason, all company employees who are tasked with the handling, packaging, transportation, and stowage of hazardous materials must undergo mandatory training. …
Proper training, no matter the industry, can prove to be beneficial for a company. It can propel good employees to become great employees with skills that push the company forward. When it comes to the hazmat industry training is not …
Proper training, no matter the industry, can prove to be beneficial for a company. It can propel good employees to become great employees with skills that push the company forward. When it comes to the hazmat industry training is not …
Due to growing concerns over the stability and inherent dangers in transporting lithium batteries, there are new regulations that have been put in place to maintain the safety of the transporters and those handling the shipments. In late 2015 images …
Hazmat compliance can be somewhat onerous. Since the DOT began issuing hazmat guidelines in the 70’s there have been ever-changing rules when it comes to hazardous material transportation, and with good reason. There are numerous materials that are classified for …
Effective as of April 1, 2016 there are two new significant changes for IATA in regards to lithium batteries. 1. Under packing instructions 965 in regards to shipping Lithium ion batteries (stand alone) in Section IA, IB, and II the …
Not too long ago, IMDG Code New changes were made to the IMDG Code. The amendments made will not alter the dangerous good certification issued by Lloyd’s Register. These amendments will include the following: Part 1. New definitions and provisions …