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Training awareness for the various modes of transport

By November 29, 2010Regulations

Part 171.1 of 49 CFR discusses applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) to persons and functions. These functions include pre transportation activity involved in identifying and preparing hazardous materials shipment. It is the duty of each hazmat employer to comply with the applicable requirements of the regulations and to thoroughly instruct each hazmat employee.

In addition, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) includes provisions that acceptance staff be able to detect and identify hazardous materials that may be found in baggage. Found in each of these regulations are training requirements to inform individuals of the risks involved and provide a detailed understanding of the regulations.

To illustrate the continuing need for compliance awareness and training, the FAA is proposing to fine a Florida company $168,000 for offering for transport a soldering iron in passenger cargo that contained butane fuel. The company allegedly offered the material for transport without the proper classification, packaging and labeling requirements in the regulations.

Training and the awareness provided gives employers and employees the knowledge to be current, compliant and reduce the associated risks for the company and public at large.

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