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Following the Breadcrumbs to Enhance Hazmat Safety
Article Summary Following the Breadcrumbs to Enhance Hazmat Safety Insights from Bob Richard, Vice President at HazMat Safety Consulting If you’ve ever read the fairy tale of Hansel and Gretel, […]
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Regulations on the Import and Export of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary When Borders Collide with Batteries Lithium-ion batteries have become the beating heart of modern commerce, powering everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. But shipping them across borders is […]
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Navigating State-Specific Regulations for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary In the world of hazardous materials, lithium‑ion batteries are the new rockstars—and like any out‑of‑control celebrity, they come with a ton of baggage. Everyone wants a piece of […]
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Hazardous Materials vs. Hazardous Waste: Understanding the Difference
Article Summary Hazardous Materials vs. Hazardous Waste: Understanding the Difference Not all dangerous goods are hazardous waste—and not all hazardous waste is dangerous goods. Understanding the distinction is key to […]
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Are You Ready for IFC Section 320? Lithium Battery Storage Rules Are Coming Fast
Article Summary The Complete Guide to Lithium Battery Storage Compliance Under the 2024 International Fire Code Lithium-ion battery storage in the United States is moving toward a more unified standard—but […]
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GHS vs. DOT: Why Classifications Don’t Always Match
Article Summary The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) was designed to bring consistency to how chemicals are classified and labeled worldwide. So why, even with […]
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Is This a Hazardous Material? Asking the Right Questions
Article Summary It’s amazing how quickly a simple compliance question can snowball. One moment, everything feels under control. The next, you’re knee-deep in regulations you didn’t even know applied to […]
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The New SAE G-27 Packaging Standard and Beyond
Article Summary In late 2024, a significant milestone was reached in the world of battery transport safety: the approval of the first SAE G27 packaging standard. While this approval marks […]
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How Dangerous Goods Regulations Are Made—and Why the UN Still Leads the Way
Article Summary When it comes to regulating the transport of hazardous materials, the foundation starts at the international level. The best place to understand the process is with the United […]
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What Clients Don’t Know Can Hurt Them in Dangerous Goods Compliance
Article Summary When it comes to dangerous goods compliance, many organizations don’t know where their real risks lie—until something goes wrong. That’s where hazmat consultants like Mike Pagel, Sr. HazMat […]
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What Insurance Providers Need to Know About Lithium Battery Risks in Storage and Shipping
Article Summary As the use of lithium-ion batteries continues to expand across industries—from consumer electronics to electric vehicles to data centers—the insurance industry is facing a growing set of challenges. […]
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How to Secure a DOT Emergency Special Permit Quickly and Effectively
Article Summary When hazardous materials (hazmat) compliance issues arise, companies need regulatory exceptions fast. Specifically, they may need a Department of Transportation (DOT) special permit processed on an expedited basis. […]