Tagged: Hazmat

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

Chemical Transporters Focus on Safety

As U.S. chemical production grows, chemical shippers and their partners refine their strategies to ensure trouble-free transportation, secure sufficient capacity, and navigate the regulatory landscape. Thanks to an improved economy, the U.S. chemical market hasโ€ฆ

Hazardous Labels

Hazmat Drivers Must Comply With Rules

Last year there were about 3,500 hazardous materials (hazmat) ground transportation incidents, records show. More than 3,100 of these incidents happened during highway transportation, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materialsโ€ฆ

Hazardous Labels

Shippers Must Understand Hazmat Rules

When shipping hazardous materials (hazmat) of any type, company representatives must have a strong understanding of the products they are attempting to ship and the federal requirements that govern the domestic and international transportation ofโ€ฆ

Hazardous Labels

Hazmat Carriers Need Special Insurance

There are more than 1.5 billion tons of hazardous materials (hazmat) transported each year in the United States either by truck, train, boat or aircraft, according to U.S. Department of Transportation and Commerce. Many federalโ€ฆ

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