Here’s the latest news from what was a quiet regulatory week: PHMSA The agency announced that it has terminated the Explosive (EX) classification approvals listed in the linked-to notice. PHMSA published a Federal Register Notice on May 4, 2021, notifying the approval holders listed that PHMSA intended to terminate their approvals for failure to provide…
DG Digest: FMCSA Renewing ICR titled, ‘‘Hazardous Materials Safety Permits.’’
Even as many workplaces begin to see open docks and other work areas for the summer, wildfire smoke has become a prevalent concern. Be sure that if your site is located in an area that is affected by such smoke, that you have a safety plan in place to minimize the impacts and protect your…
Supply Chain Moves: Week of June 12th, 2023
Week of June 12th, 2023 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance Automation is not new, but it continues to become a greater area of focus across all supply chain functions in nearly every industry. Let’s examine some recent industry news. SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS OUR PERSPECTIVE To learn more about dangerous goods software…
PHMSA publishes its newest international harmonization proposal. The NPRM is HM-215Q
PHMSA As just noted above, in a major action the agency has published its newest international harmonization proposal. The NPRM is HM-215Q and will align current US 49 CFR HMR regulations more closely with the current UN structure found in the ICA/IATA, IMDG, and UNMR texts. Highlights include: • Incorporation by Reference: PHMSA proposes to…
Supply Chain Moves: Week of May 29th, 2023
Week of May 29th, 2023 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance Labor shortages continue to be a challenge across the supply chain. This has businesses looking to further automate their processes and optimize their existing workforce. Let’s examine some recent industry news. SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS OUR PERSPECTIVE To learn more about dangerous…
Prescription for Dangerous Goods anxiety? Use DGIS hazmat software regularly!
Ever wish you could take a pill that would instantly help you feel better about your hazmat shipping operation—and life in general? Unfortunately, there’s no such pill. But there is DGIS. Our DGIS solution—a.k.a. Dangerous Goods Information System—can relieve the acute anxiety you may feel about your company’s hazmat processes. If you’re depressed about outdated…
Supply Chain Moves: Week of May 15th, 2023
Week of May 15th, 2023 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance In today’s challenging supply chain environment, some companies are finding it difficult to navigate disruptions while others are more equipped to navigate those challenges. Likewise, some are increasing investment in key areas of their operations and lacking in others. Let’s examine…
Supply Chain Moves: Week of May 1st, 2023
Week of May 1st, 2023 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance The electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow and brings with it many supply chain challenges – from sourcing lithium to building the necessary infrastructure to transporting lithium batteries safely. We want your input! Please take a few minutes to add…
Top 5 reasons to attend the 2023 Dangerous Goods Symposium
The Dangerous Goods Symposium is going to be live and in person once again – Wednesday and Thursday, September 6-7 in Chicago. The DG Symposium is where the hazmat transport industry and the business community connect. This year’s event will feature two full days of domestic and international regulatory updates, a master class panel…
Supply Chain Moves: Week of April 17th, 2023
Week of April 17th, 2023 Linking supply chain news with dangerous goods compliance Businesses are placing greater focus on supply chain transparency to support environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts and create better end-to-end operations. Let’s examine some recent industry news. SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS OUR PERSPECTIVE To learn more about dangerous goods software or…