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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 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, [...]

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 Organization [...]

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 [...]

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

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 What Makes a Material Hazardous? Regulating Hazardous Waste Symbols Globally Harmonized System of [...]

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!   Before you can handle hazardous materials as a worker, you need to receive required training for shipping hazmat materials. You’ll need initial [...]

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 courses 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 [...]