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Significant Regulatory Guidance

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How to Safely Send Batteries and Battery Powered Devices by Mail

PHMSA and the U.S. Postal Service collaborated on a set of safety guidelines for those wanting to mail lithium batteries. Persons wishing to ship lithium batteries and electronic devices containing lithium batteries should be aware that certain requirements must be met to ensure safety....

RAM Review 2008

This review provides guidance on the Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) contained in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) Parts 171-185, which govern the packaging and shipment of radioactive material. These materials have an excellent safety...

Small LP Gas Operator Guide (April 2017)

The purpose of this guidance manual is to recognize jurisdictional systems requirements and what responsibilities are required of companies that install and service jurisdictional systems. The U.S. Department of Transportation has developed minimum pipeline safety regulations that are...

Small LP Gas Operator OQ Guide (August 2016)

These guidelines were prepared by a team of industry and Government pipeline safety and training experts to assist small LP operators and master meter operators to develop programs to ensure that individuals who operate and maintain these systems are qualified for the work they perform. LP...

Wetlines Awareness for Emergency Responders

This brochure, developed in partnership with the National Tank Truck Carriers, Inc., the National Association of State Fire Marshals, and the International Association of Fire Chiefs, provides general awareness to emergency responders regarding wetlines. Wetlines are external piping located...