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Here at PHMSA, we are gearing up our safety oversight responsibilities for the transport of lithium ion and other hazardous materials batteries utilized in the transportation sector. Data from...
DOT Chart 17: Markings, Labeling, and Placarding Guide
Description: DOT Chart 17 is now available as a Section 508 Complaint portable document that operates in a variety of ways and does not rely on a single sense or ability of the user. For the adaptive user, this PDF contains...
Updated October 2024! This compliance resource was prepared to assist shippers to safely package lithium cells and batteries for transport by all modes according to the latest (May 10, 2024; HM-215Q) regulatory requirements. This publication directs readers to scenario-based shipping guides that...
April 29, 2021 1:30pm ET to 4:30pm ET Approx. Time Commitment: 3 hours. Learning Level: Beginner/Intermediate.
Lithium batteries are key to our modern connected world, from our cellphones and computers to our cars and not just electric cars! Lithium batteries also have an...
Registration Process Brochure 2021