It’s time for “March Madness” in the world of college basketball, but the world of DG and HSE regulations just keeps chugging along doing its safe best to protect the logistics chain. Here’s the latest news: PHMSA The agency will host a public Research, Development, & Technology Forum (Forum) from March 31–April 2, 2026, in…
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What is the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) and Who Needs It?
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How Do You Spot a Non-Compliant Hazmat Label
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Infographic | Hazard Class Zodiac
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Introducing Greif Drums: The Smarter, Stronger, and More Sustainable Solution for Hazardous Material Storage
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Embracing Sustainability in DG Packaging: A Path Forward
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DG Digest: EPA Proposes to Phase Out Paper Hazardous Waste Manifests
Severe storms swept across the southern plains over the last weekend, leading to significant damage and tragic loss of life. It’s another reminder that this time of year can bring dangerous weather, so please be sure your workplace plan is ready and your employees are trained to respond. Forewarned is forearmed. Here’s last week’s regulatory…
Do complex hazmat regulations drive you to UN 3065?
Then you’ll love sharing these DG eCards on Twitter! What are DG eCards? They’re amusing little comments with graphics that poke a bit of fun at our business—especially people who don’t take Dangerous Goods as seriously as they should. What do you do with them? Just select your favorite card and click on the link…
What is the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) and Who Needs It?
The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) provides essential guidance for handling hazardous materials transportation incidents. It’s the official hazmat book used by first responders and hazmat professionals worldwide, and DOT 49 CFR 172.602 requires anyone who handles or transfers dangerous goods to have emergency response information immediately available. The ERG is updated every 4 years and now is…
DG Digest: EU ADR Proposed Regulatory Changes
March is the month spring begins, and spring often brings unsettled weather. Now’s a great time to begin considering your company’s severe weather safety plans if heavy weather is a factor where your business operates. Meanwhile, let’s take a look at the week’s regulatory news: EU ADR The EU ADR is Europe’s set of regulations…
DG Digest: FMCSA Clarifies Rule for Electronic Inspection Reports (DVIR)
After last week’s harmonization news, this week was considerably less active, with the exception being the FMCSA. Here’s the latest news: FMCSA The agency amended the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to remove the grandfathering provision under the physical qualifications standards for interstate drivers operating under the vision waiver study program administered from 1992 through…
How Do You Spot a Non-Compliant Hazmat Label
Differences between compliant and non-compliant labels and markings may be had to notice. Shippers often complain about the hair-splitting differences spelled out by hazmat regulations. And while it’s true that a difference of a gram here or a millimeter there isn’t likely to make a shipment any less safe, regulations have to be exact, or…
DG Digest: PHMSA HM-215R, IATA New Battery Guidance Document
Pitchers and catchers reported to training camp this week in the Major Leagues—that’s a sure sign of spring, although we still have a long way to go. But progress is progress! There was progress on the regulatory front as well, as PHMSA released its long-sought HM-215R international harmonization rule in proposed form. Finalization must await…
Infographic | Hazard Class Zodiac
If you’re a Dangerous Goods professional, you believe in science, not superstition. You’d never go in for all that astrological nonsense, would you? Still, even DG pros want to know what the future holds in store. That’s why we created the Hazard Class Zodiac. Find your “sign” to learn everything about your personality, your ideal…
DG Digest: EPA Notices Regarding E-Manifest Program for Hazwaste Shipping
It’s the Monday after the “Big Game.” Did your team win? Did you eat too much? Hope the nation’s biggest informal “holiday” went the way you wanted it to. Meanwhile, here’s the latest regulatory news—always a winner! EPA The agency invites the public to provide input for potential charge questions and/or charge question topics which…
