 PHMSA to include special permits into regulations
Special Permits that have an established safety record to be included into hazmat regulatonsThe Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA) is looking to incorporate special permits into the hazmat regulations that have a proven safety record and that many other companies use.
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DOT issues hazmat training grant
$4 million to boost hazmat for instructors and employees
Organizations get grant for safety instructors and employee funded by user fees.
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USDOT clarifies position on medical marijuana
DOT office of drug and alcohol issue compliance notice
DOT (Dept. of Transportation) declares that DOJ (Dept. of Justice) guidelines will not affect the regulated drug testing program and pursuit of criminal cases.
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New Emergency Response Phone Number Final Rule
PHMSA amends hazmat regulations governing emergency response telephone numbers
on shipping papers
In this final rule, PHMSA amends the hazardous materials regulations to clarify requirements governing emergency response information services provided by arrangement with hazardous materials offerors (shippers). It requires basic identifying information (offeror name and contact number) to be included on shipping papers. Effective date of final rule is November 18, 2009 however voluntary compliance is authorized effective immediately.
Update: PHMSA issues correction
Start date for this change to take effect October 1, 2010 instead of November 18, 2009.
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Transportation of Batteries and Battery- Powered Devices
Safety advisory for transporting these items on aircraft
An alert from PHMSA and the FAA on recent incidents aboard aircraft involving lithium battieries catching fire and other potential hazards during transportation.
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