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You can count on CHEMTREC to deliver specialized emergency response information for hazardous materials and dangerous goods. Our team of specialists are dedicated to keeping you up-to-date with evolving regulations, new compliance management trends and procedures, as well as groundbreaking shifts happening within the industry. Visit our blog frequently to read about industry news, new product offerings and best practices to keep your company compliant and safe.
As part of its amendment to the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) to maintain alignment with international shipping regulations, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued its long-awaited final rule in May. Here’s what that means for those shipping lithium batteries in the United States.
Workplace Safety recently sat down with the folks at CHEMTREC to talk about how companies can stay up to date with their hazardous materials training, and much more. Read on for this exclusive, in-depth interview.
The American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently released an updated video series focused on the safe handling of MDI and TDI. This program helps both employers and employees learn about the potential hazards associated with transporting these materials and best practices to minimize potential risks.
If you ship batteries or products containing batteries, you’re likely aware of new regulations that took effect this year regarding lithium battery test summaries. Like many new policies, there can be a period of misinterpretation and confusion. But there’s good news: CHEMTREC can make the compliance much easier for shipping or handling of these materials.
Impacts of human exposure to chemicals and other hazardous materials can range from simple skin irritation to long-term illnesses such as cancer. Aware of the dangers that exist, it’s important to create a culture of safety for handling, transporting, and storing these kinds of materials.
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