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    Supply Chain Moves: Week of July 12th, 2021

    - July 12, 2021 -

      Week of July 12th, 2021 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance Risk has always been a central focus within the dangerous goods industry. However, major disruptions within the global supply chain from COVID-19, capacity constraints, security breaches and other factors, organizations are placing greater focus on risk management than ever before. Let’s…

    A quick preview of Laura Denk’s DG Symposium session: “Convince and Convert.”

    2021 DG Symposium speaker Laura Denk: How trainers can be more convincing

    - July 8, 2021 - ,

    One of the most popular presentations at the 2021 Dangerous Goods Symposium might be delivered by someone with no Dangerous Goods experience. Meet Laura Denk, of eChoice Innovations—a Chicago-based firm that solves business challenges with innovative marketing programs. “When you’re talking to someone about what training they or their organization might need, you want them…

    This July 4th, what is the most patriotic hazardous material?

    - July 1, 2021 -

    Here’s a question that should have American Dangerous Goods pros debating hotly as July 4th approaches: What is the most patriotic hazardous material? Okay, it’s actually kind of a silly question, but it’s worth considering—especially since so many Dangerous Goods are normal, household items that American shippers often don’t realize are regulated hazmat. So, let’s…

    DG Digest: FMCSA to extend compliance date for some provisions of Medical Examiner’s Certification for three years.

    - June 28, 2021 -

    Believe it or not, it’s already the lead up week to the Independence Day holiday. We all know what that means—increased use of both legal and, unfortunately, some illegal fireworks by the general public. Be sure to remind your employees that they should behave extra safely around fireworks—after all, as DG professionals, we know what these explosive…

    Time to get excited about the 2021 Dangerous Goods Symposium!

    - June 24, 2021 -

    Does DG stand for “Delirious Groupies”? Based on this new video, the answer is “yes.” Okay, maybe you’ve never been that excited about an upcoming Dangerous Good Symposium. But there are lots of good reasons to be excited about the 16th annual Symposium this year. What do you most want to see on this year’s…

    DG Digest: FMCSA Posts Revisions to NHMRR and OSHA Issues Emergency Protections for Health Workers from Exposure to COVID-19

    - June 21, 2021 -

    It’s now meteorological summer; time to dust off those hot weather work plans and make sure our fellow employees are acting safely under them—plenty of water, breaks when needed, limit time in closed and stuffy spaces, and most importantly, everyone looks out for each other.  Let’s have a safe working summer!  The regulatory news for…

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    Supply Chain Moves: Week of June 21st, 2021

    - June 21, 2021 -

      Week of June 21st, 2021 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance As businesses around the world continue to navigate compounding supply chain challenges, some are beginning to take even more drastic steps. Let’s examine some recent industry news. SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS Brands Turn to Air Cargo as Inventory Delays Continue: Inventory delays…

    The new father’s guide to Dangerous Goods shipping

    - June 17, 2021 -

    “Shipping Dangerous Goods as a rookie is a lot like your first year of fatherhood,” said the old DG trainer. “There are a lot more details to worry about, and if you screw up, you’re gonna have a mess on your hands.” With apologies to all the mothers out there—whose parental sacrifices and Dangerous Goods…

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