Tag: FMCSA

Top 10 Hazmat Violations

By Clare Condon Aug 28, 2012 Enforcement and Inspection

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

In its most recent data, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) had performed over 154,000 roadside inspections of trucks in 2012 targeting compliance with hazardous materials transportation regulations. During these inspections, DOT inspectors found almost 35,000 violations.

Does DOT Require Universal Waste Handlers to Be Trained?

By Clare Condon Dec 20, 2011 Training

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Large quantity handlers of universal waste (greater than 5,000 kg of accumulated waste at any one time) 40 CFR 273.36: LQHUW must be thoroughly familiar with proper waste handling and emergency procedures relative to individual responsibilities during normal facility operations and emergencies. Some universal wastes are regulated by DOT as hazardous materials because they meet […]