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PHMSA Updates Hazmat Registration Program Early Registration Opens June 1, 2026

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced several important changes to the Hazardous Materials Registration Program beginning with the 2026–2027 registration year. Companies involved in the...

Rethinking Lithium Metal Battery Rules A Long-Standing Rule in Dangerous Goods Training

One of the most rewarding parts of being a Dangerous Goods (DG) instructor is engaging with professionals across the industry — all working to ensure the safe handling, storage, and transport of hazardous materials.

For years, training on lithium ba...

Low-Power Batteries Still Need Training
Why Low-Power Batteries Still Require Instruction

If you think that shipping low-power lithium or sodium batteries completely exempts you from any training requirements, think again. Under the

Are your Personal Items Subject to DG Regs? Introduction: Do Dangerous Goods Regulations Apply to Personal Items?

When it comes to transporting personal items like batteries, gas cans, cleaning products, or even scuba tanks, one common question is whether the dangerous goods regulations apply. The answer really depends on the purpose of trans...

U.S. and Canada Complete DOT-111 Phase-Out

The DOT-111 tank car (known as the TC-111 tank car in Canada) has long been the workhorse of the North American rail system. Their size (maximum capacity of around 34,500 U.S. gallons or 131,000 Litres) and economical construction made them a great choice for general purpose transport of liquids. This has traditionally included flamm...