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By learning the techniques and strategies to minimize risk and avoid traffic incidents, truck drivers can keep themselves and others safe on the road. The following information is [...]

Complying with federal tire regulations for commercial vehicles can reduce crashes and accident-related injuries and fatalities. Obeying the law can also reduce the risks of civil [...]

Hazardous Chemicals vs. Dangerous Goods Both “hazardous chemicals” and “dangerous goods” are widely used terms across various industries. Understanding what these terms mean is [...]

Transporting Class 9 Hazmat It’s essential to understand the various regulations and comply with them when transporting class 9 hazardous materials (hazmat). Like the other [...]

Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace Drugs and alcohol misuse pose several challenges in the workplace. It can lead to a decline in productivity, absenteeism, increases in vices like [...]

Objective [Company Name] is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional [...]

Table of Contents Who Should Attend Hazardous Material Training? How Often Is Hazmat Training Required?  How Often Must Training Be Updated? How Hazmat School Can Help [...]

Besides being a legal requirement in certain instances, hazmat endorsement offers multiple benefits. It creates opportunities for trucking companies and truck drivers to secure [...]

Cleaning companies rely on efficiency and trust to provide an effective service. As customers allow you to enter their home or business space to complete your duties, they need [...]

Annual Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections are integral to every trucking company’s vehicle repair, maintenance and general regulatory compliance program. It helps [...]

Railroads are responsible for transporting many hazardous materials and provide the safest method for land-based transport. However, training and safety protocols are still [...]

Table of Contents The Worst Train Spills in American History Prevent Future Train Disasters With Hazmat School Train transportation has been vital to the American economy for over [...]

Table of Contents What Is Vinyl Chloride? Products That Contain Vinyl Chloride How Is Vinyl Chloride Harmful to Humans? Vinyl Chloride Exposure Symptoms How Is Vinyl Chloride [...]

Table of Contents What Is the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax? When Is the HVUT Due? 7 Steps to HVUT Filing Heavy Vehicle Use Tax FAQ Check Out Our Blog for More Information Companies and [...]

Table of Contents What Is an Acute Hazardous Waste? Acute Hazardous Waste List How Do You Read the P-list and F-list Tables? What Is the Difference Between Acute Hazardous Waste [...]

Many professions require you to negotiate confined spaces as part of your work. For some, doing so is relatively easy. For others, it can be utterly terrifying. Knowing how to [...]

Table of Contents What Does RQ Stand For? Do All Hazardous Materials Have a Required Quantity? How Are DOT Reportable Quantities Determined? When to Indicate RQ for Hazmat [...]

Table of Contents What Is Crystalline Silica? What Causes Respirable Silica? What Are the Health Effects of Respirable Crystalline Silica? What Are the OSHA Standards for [...]

Proper RCRA training is essential — those working with hazardous waste are responsible for keeping themselves, workers and the public safe. Any hazardous waste worker must have the [...]

Handling dangerous goods shipments requires IATA training because you must follow industry guidelines. Many items, including lithium batteries or flammable liquids, can be [...]

Currently, the IMDG Code doesn’t have a standard recertification schedule, meaning how long an IMDG certification is good for may depend on additional factors. For example, [...]

The IATA updates its regulations every two years. Subsequently, you will need to renew your certification every two years for air shipments and every three years for ground [...]

Federal law requires that all Hazmat employees receive the training they need to perform their work safely and promote the safe transportation of dangerous materials. DOT HM-181 [...]

Why Is DOT Hazmat Packing Training Required? The DOT regulations as found in 49 CFR 171-173 list an extensive number of requirements on the shipping and packaging of hazardous [...]

Anyone who handles hazardous materials needs hazmat training. If your employees store, treat, transport, generator or dispose of hazardous materials, they need hazmat training. [...]

An OSHA 300 Log is the Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses used to report these events when experienced at a work site. Employers must maintain an OSHA 300 Log for each [...]

OSHA does require annual respiratory training. You will have to renew your certification each year to remain compliant with OSHA standards and recognize the importance of [...]

Silica training course teaches employees about the risks of exposure to crystalline silica and how to avoid them. This instruction provides the following information and more: What [...]

The primary purpose of silica awareness training courses is to teach employees about the dangers of silica dust inhalation and the long-term effects of inhalation over time. The [...]

OSHA defines a competent person as someone with the knowledge and skills to identify and predict current or future hazards representing danger to employees. Specialized training is [...]

Fall protection training from OSHA encourages employees to plan for jobs that could lead to falls and injury. OSHA sets regulations for fall training to ensure that employees stay [...]

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), scaffold-related accidents result in roughly 60 deaths and 4,500 injuries every year. Falls from scaffolds account [...]

Table of Contents What Does Treated Wood Mean? Is Pressure-Treated Wood Considered Hazardous Waste? Why Is It Important to Dispose of Treated Wood Properly? How Do You Dispose of [...]

Table of Contents Machinery and Machine Guarding Powered Industrial Trucks Eye and Face Protection Control of Hazardous Energy Fall Protection Training Scaffolding Hazard [...]

Table of Contents What Is Concrete? What Is Asphalt? What Is the Difference Between Asphalt and Concrete? Asphalt and Concrete Safety Procedures Protect Your Crew From Silica Dust [...]

Employers must understand injury recording keeping, knowing what illnesses and injuries to record and when. Tracking employee injuries and illnesses due to a workplace event or [...]

Different types of hazardous goods call for various transportation precautions. While items like clothing, toys and household furniture can be quickly packaged and transported by [...]

Trucking businesses cover much ground, whether operating in a single state, across state lines and sometimes even countries. The difference between trucking and commerce for [...]

You can safeguard yourself and your employees from exposure to physical and chemical hazards by using personal protective equipment (PPE). It’s critical to be knowledgeable [...]

Hazardous materials can include anything explosive, radioactive, flammable or poisonous. You’ll find these substances in various locations, from industrial plants to medical [...]

Proper Tools for Crime Scene Clean Up Bodily fluids are classified as hazardous materials and require special methods, equipment, and disposal so as to protect the people doing the [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 many [...]

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 [...]

Table of Contents What Is a First Responder? First Responder Careers Steps to Becoming a First Responder Get First Responder Certified With Hazmat School Do you work well under [...]

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 [...]

 Table of Contents What Qualifies as Cosmetics? Are Cosmetics Hazardous? Why Are Cosmetics Hazardous? What Are the Rules and Regulations for Shipping Cosmetics? How Do You Package [...]

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 [...]