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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    The following a groups of Frequently Asked Questions.  Each group has a different specific topic focus.
    Hazardous Materials Regulations FAQs
    The hazardous materials regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180) provide requirements applicable to the commercial transportation of hazardous materials. Here you¿ll find some of the more frequently asked questions by topic area:
     
    		 Batteries
     
    		 General Hazardous Materials FAQs
     
    		 Training FAQs
     
    		 Security Training FAQs
     
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    		 Regulation 171
     
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    		 Special Permit 13341
     
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    HMpubsreview: Publications Review Webpage. Review and comment on hazardous materials publications under development or on training materials being revised.
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    Hazardous Materials Safety Resources
     
    		 Hazardous Materials Information Center
    1-800-HMR-4922 Mon to Fri 9 to 5 EST (202-366-4488 for Washington DC residents)
     
    		 Hazardous Materials Registration
    Are you required to be registered? If so, how do you go about it?
     
    		 HMSAT Presenter Form
     
    		 Order Publications
     
    		 Register for a Workshop or Seminar
     
    		 Training Information - 202-366-2301
     
    		 Research & Development
     
    		 Safety Advisory Notices
     
    		 Hazardous Materials Safety page
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    All across the nation, Hazardous Materials Enforcement complaints are investigated by:
     
    		 Office of Hazardous Materials Enforcement
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    The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) is for use by first responders at the scene of a transportation incident involving hazardous materials.
     
    		 Emergency Response Guidebook
     
    		 DOT and HHS Announce ERG to be Available by Mobile Devices
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