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Paint can add a fresh coat of color to walls, cars, buildings and furniture or make for fun projects. Although paint is common in homes and businesses, it’s important to [...]

Using and disposing of hazardous substances improperly can cause personal health, safety and environmental concerns. It’s important for your health — and the [...]

Dry conditions and dying vegetation can increase the chances of wildfires throughout large portions of the U.S. Living and working either in or within close proximity to [...]

Other than putting out home fires and wildfires, so much more goes into this career. Firefighters also need intense medical training and to know how to respond in various [...]

Many chemicals have properties that make them hazardous to humans. A chemical is assigned hazard status after extensive, peer-reviewed research supports its dangers. When working [...]

If you frequently come into contact with chemicals at your home or workplace, you may notice labels that say flammable or combustible. While flammability and combustibility both [...]

Table of Contents Preparing for a Respirator Fit Test Choosing the Best Respirator for Wildfire Smoke The Importance of Proper Respirator Fitting Learn More About Respirator Safety [...]

Table of Contents A Brief History of HAZCOM The Purpose of HAZCOM The Significance of HAZCOM What Are the HAZCOM Standards? What Happens if HAZCOM Standards Are Violated? Get [...]

Table of Contents Understanding Waste Types and Amounts The Importance of Labeling Containers for Hazardous Waste Storage More Hazardous Waste Storage Tips Hazardous Waste Courses [...]

Table of Contents Defining Workplace Discrimination Types of Workplace Discrimination What Are the EEO Protected Classes? Exclusions to Protected Classes Non-Protected Class [...]

Table of Contents 4 Types of Chemical Exposure Common First Aid Procedures for Chemical Exposure When to Seek Help From Medical Professionals Get Chemical Hazard Training With [...]

No matter where you are, earthquake preparedness is always a good idea. An earthquake can happen anytime, and usually comes without warning. By preparing yourself, your family and [...]

Computers, tablets and other electronic equipment are an essential aspect of modern daily life. If you need to ship computers or electronics, you may be considering the best [...]

While shipping is an efficient form of transporting goods nationwide and internationally, strict precautions exist for shipping potentially hazardous substances. Your business may [...]

Confined spaces are naturally hazardous and not suitable for continuous occupancy, but they are necessary in some factories and other such workspaces. If you have a process vessel, [...]

Fleet management is an essential function of any organization. Making sure your fleet is productive and safe may require managing responsibilities such as maintenance and ensuring [...]

When you are at the stage of offering hazardous materials for shipment you are taking responsibility for properly classifying and packaging your material with the correct hazard [...]

As a car service technician, you know that one of the more dangerous aspects of your job is road service. While today’s roads are better than those of the past, with safety [...]

A collision avoidance system, which is also referred to as a driver assistance system, is meant to prevent collisions and lessen the severity of any that do occur. There are [...]

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration keeps workplaces and surrounding communities safer by creating and implementing safety standards. OSHA serves many purposes [...]

  Table of Contents   What Is the IMDG Code and Its Importance? How Many Classes Are in IMDG Code? Why the IMDG Code Is Essential Implementing the IMDG Code at Your [...]

Table of Contents What Is the EPA? Is the EPA Credible? Why Does the EPA Exist? What Does the EPA Do? What Doesn’t the EPA Do? A Look Into Different EPA Programs   [...]

Fireworks are a staple for Fourth of July celebrations in the U.S. The thrill of fireworks, however, can be dangerous. So while SCM believes the easiest way to avoid injury is to [...]

Table of Contents Defining What DOT Is and Its Purpose What Does It Mean to Be DOT Certified? What Is DOT Drug Testing? DOT Certification Requirements What’s a DOT Number? [...]

Table of Contents Following Propane Transportation Limits Transporting Propane in Different Vehicles Transporting Propane Tanks in Cars or Other Enclosed Vehicles Transporting [...]

Table of Contents What Is HAZCOM? When to Perform HAZCOM Training OSHA’s Hazardous Communication Standards Tips for Better Hazardous Communication Additional Ways to Protect [...]

Table of Contents What Is IATA? What’s the Purpose of IATA? What’s an IATA Code? The IATA Operational Safety Audit and Airline Safety IATA and Dangerous Goods When [...]

Table of Contents Spill Cleanup Tips for Truck Drivers Using Spill Kits Types of Spill Kits Hazardous Waste Certifications for Tow Truck Drivers Who cleans up debris after a car [...]

Table of Contents What Do Tow Truck Drivers Do? Steps to Becoming a Tow Truck Driver Tow Truck Driver Skills Should You Have Your CDL as a Tow Truck Driver? Types of Towing Types [...]

Table of Contents What Does a Paramedic and EMT Do? What’s the Difference Between an EMT and a Paramedic? What Is a Paramedic? How to Become a Paramedic or EMT Other [...]

Table of Contents What Do Police Officers Do? Salaries and Job Growth Steps to Becoming a Police Officer Requirements to Become a Police Officer Law Enforcement Degrees and [...]

If you are a business owner in any industry, ensuring your business meets health and safety protocols will be one of your most important duties. While there has been some progress [...]

I’m sure we have all heard of the devastating event regarding the liquid nitrogen leak at a Georgia poultry plant this week so it is important we talk about what this [...]

Ford is recalling about three million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada over airbag issues. The recall is over a defect in airbags made by the bankrupt Japanese manufacturer, Takata, [...]

Table of Contents Steps to Becoming a Firefighter 10 Requirements to Become a Firefighter Other Considerations for Becoming a Firefighter Communities around the country rely on [...]

Table of Contents Standards to Consider 49CFR 173.150 (g) PHMSA’s Temporary Relief for Hand Sanitizer Non-Bulk Quantities The FDA’s Recommendations for Temporary [...]

Table of Contents Who Sets Respiratory Protection Standards? National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) [...]

Table of Contents Owning a Disinfecting Company — Pros and Cons Pros of Starting a Cleaning Business Cons of Starting a Cleaning Business Create Your Business Plan Many companies [...]

Talk To Our Experts Today   Table of Contents What Is a First Responder? First Responder Careers Steps to Becoming a First Responder Get First Responder Certified With Hazmat [...]

Table of Contents What Is a Hostile Work Environment? How Do I Know If I’m in a Hostile Work Environment? Steps to Take If You’re Experiencing a Hostile Work [...]

Table of Contents What Are the Dangers of Working in the Heat, and When Should You Worry? How Does Heat Illness Occur? What Is Heat-Related Illness? How to Prevent Heat Exhaustion [...]

Table of Contents Safe Lifting Techniques in the Workplace Plan Ahead Position the Weight Place Your Feet Correctly Think About Your Chest Location Use Your Legs Know Your Limits [...]

Learn More About Our Hazmat Shipping Courses   Table of Contents   What Qualifies as Cosmetics? Are Cosmetics Hazardous? Why Are Cosmetics Hazardous? What Are the Rules [...]

Table of Contents Pros and Cons of Starting a Crime Scene Cleanup Business Create a Crime Scene Cleanup Business Plan What Are the Requirements for Crime Scene Cleanup? Crime Scene [...]

Table of Contents Confined Spaces in the Workplace Types of Confined Spaces Making Confined Spaces Safer Confined Space Regulations Roles for Confined Space Workers Confined Space [...]

Learn More About Our Hazmat Shipping Courses   Table of Contents   How Do Lithium Batteries Work? What Are the Hazards of Shipping Lithium Batteries? Why Lithium [...]

Table of Contents   What Is Asbestos? What Are the Hazards of Asbestos? What You Need to Know About Asbestos Exposure How to Prevent Asbestos Exposure How to Spot Asbestos and [...]

Table of Contents What Is Silica? What Are the Hazards of Silica? How Can You Prevent Silica Exposure? What Industries Deal With Silica? What Are the Regulations for Workplace [...]

Table of Contents The Problem of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses Why Employees Take Risks The Importance of a Strong Safety Culture in the Workplace Eight Tips for Building a [...]

Talk To An Expert Today   Table of Contents The Importance of Safety Signs Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals Department of Transportation [...]

Start Training Today   Table of Contents What Hazmat Truck Driver Training Courses Do You Need? How to Get a CDL Driver’s License What Are the Types of Hazmat [...]

Sexual harassment and discrimination is a constant presence in America’s workplaces. The recent #MeToo movement has brought even more attention to sexual harassment in the [...]

A surprising number of people don’t fully understand what the OSHA and Cal-OSHA regulation requires and how to apply it to different jobs. Unfortunately, when you don’t [...]

It’s not easy managing a hazardous waste program. Not only do you need to manage employees but you also have to make sure every project is up to standard. But what would [...]

Anything that’s explosive, flammable, combustible, poisonous, or radioactive is considered a hazardous material. Hazardous materials can come in the form of liquids, [...]

Dealing with hazardous materials is, as the name suggests, hazardous. Explosives, gases, and other dangerous substances aren’t easy to handle—it’s a tricky business. When [...]

Table of Contents Why do I need a HazMat certification and endorsement? Who needs training? How long does it take to get your HazMat training and certification? Does my HazMat [...]

It’s crucial to handle hazardous waste in a way that’s compliant with guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency to avoid hazmat-related accidents. EPA [...]

One of the most common questions truck drivers ask is why they need OSHA-mandated hazmat training if they’re only shipping hazardous materials. After all, up to 94% of hazmat [...]

Start Training Today!   Hazardous material removal workers make a median annual salary of $40,640. But before you can handle these materials as a worker you need to receive [...]

Most hazmat workers are required to complete up to 40 hours of training mandated by OSHA, and some hazmat workers are required to have state-specific licenses before they’re [...]

Every year, an estimated 11 billion tons of freight is shipped over 250 billion miles across the United States. If your facility is working with and shipping hazardous materials, [...]

The U.S. Department of Transportation has recently given the “OK” to companies to begin testing driverless tractor-trailers. For those in the trucking industry, this [...]

There are many challenges in the safety industry, and working professionals often have to adapt to reduce the risk of injury and stay compliant with regulations. To help keep [...]

The trucking industry is a great choice for a career change if you not quite sure where to start. The shortage of truck drivers in the U.S. and the high demand for shipping and [...]

Hazardous waste is, by its very namesake, dangerous. Disposing of it isn’t as simple as tossing it in with the trash; the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has strict [...]

Courses and certifications are a great way to improve your career and expand your job horizons. But it can be difficult to take a class (or many classes) when you’re already [...]

Ron Gantt has recently participated in several interviews talking about Safety Differently (SD) with Jeff Dalto. Here’s a quick summary of those articles (there are currently [...]

You’re required to be certified in operating with and shipping hazardous materials before you come near your hazmat job. But did you know that certain adhesives and perfumes [...]

OSHA’s silica standards require employers to limit worker exposures to respirable crystalline silica and take steps to protect workers. To help employers meet these [...]

This year, Safe + Sound Week takes place between August 13 and August 19. Safe + Sound Week is a combined effort that OSHA has created to provide safe work practices to industry [...]

24-Hour HAZWOPER Online Course 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Online Course 24/40/16-Hour HAZWOPER Classroom Calendar *Note that 40-Hour HAZWOPER training cannot be done completely [...]

A maintenance worker’s worst nightmare came to pass at a San Jose elementary school swim club on June 14, 2018. At least 35 people were contaminated and treated by emergency [...]

If you have a hazmat certification, it’s necessary that you’ve gone through the required OSHA training to perform your job properly. When you’re working outside [...]

Mirabito Energy Products is looking for full time qualified CDL A or B driver’s license with Tank and HazMat endorsements. Mirabito Energy Products is a 3rd generation family owned [...]

As a business owner, employee productivity is one of those things you just can’t ignore. This is especially true during the summer months. The hot weather can leave your [...]

  Millennials make up a large chunk of the American workforce. That’s why the shipping industry is urging millennials to try their hand at truck driving. The shipping [...]