Who Needs Hazardous Materials Training?

HAZMAT, commonly known as hazardous materials, can pose danger not only to your own life, but also to your surroundings as well, which can even lead to mass deaths. They are typically toxic and highly reactive hazardous chemicals which present a potential for a catastrophic event at or above the threshold quantity.

Do you own a company or work in a position that deals with the handling of hazardous or toxic materials?

August 2, 2013 | The PHMSA recently announced the beginning of a pilot program in conjunction with the “Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21^st Century Act” (MAP). The purpose of the pilot program is to test the effectiveness of using paperless Hazard Communication Systems.

The PHMSA is currently accepting volunteers interested in participating in the pilot program to test electronic systems for hazard communication.

July 24, 2013 | As the December 1^st training deadline (the first in a series of deadlines) for GHS approaches, it is important to be mindful of the changes in marking and labeling chemicals. Here is an overview of GHS label elements.

The GHS label elements are directly connected to the hazards associated with the product. The three elements are: symbols (hazard pictograms), signal words, and hazard statements.

Symbols (Hazard Pictograms)

July 12, 2013 | Following up from our post earlier this week highlighting the new HOS Rule, another important component of your driving safety plan is your CSA Score.

CSA scores are updated on a monthly basis. They measure the carrier’s safety accountability and rely on various components for measurement. The FMCSA relies on the following to calculate scores:

- Unsafe driving

- Fatigued driving/hours of service

- Driver fitness

- Controlled substances/alcohol