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. …
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 …
“As of December 4, 2015, pursuant to the FAST Act of 2015, the information previously available on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) website related to property carrier’s compliance and safety performance will no longer be displayed publicly. While …
In order to improve transportation safety, the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration recently issued an interim final rule (IFR) that prohibits both passengers and crewmembers from bringing battery-powered portable electronic smoking devices via checked baggage …
A new report released by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) forecasts a significant increase in freight volumes. AN expected 29% increase in growth over the next 11 years is expected by the ATA. According to ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello, …
The final rule for flammable liquid transportation by rail was released early in May 2015. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) developed the ruling in accordance with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to prevent the dire consequences of …
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives are set to introduce a bill that, if passed, would require freight forwarders, shippers, and brokers to fully vet any carrier before hiring them. Additionally, the five Republicans hoping to pass the bill …
After stepping up regulations, penalties, and fines for companies transporting hazardous materials, the FAA is now proposing civil penalties against three companies they claim violated the new measures. These new penalties range from $65,000 to $78,000 for violating the Hazardous …
The recent outbreak of Ebola in the United States has promoted the Department of Transportation to issue a special permit for transportation of infected medical materials. The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) joined the Centers …
The FAA has recently proposed new civil penalties against five companies for violating their Hazardous Materials regulations. According to the FAA, the companies shipments were not up to new regulation standards. Their shipping labels were the area of greatest concern, …