Considerations for Municipalities for Permitting Operations of Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Micromobility Devices

The use of eBikes, eScooters, and other lithium battery powered micromobility devices are increasingly common. As municipalities permit shared micromobility operations in their jurisdictions, they should be aware of the hazards posed by lithium batteries and the requirements for safe...

Lithium Battery Guide for Shippers

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...

Hazardous Materials: Clarification of Applications for Special Permits Submitted in the Public Interest

Action Notice.

Summary

PHMSA is publishing this notice to inform interested parties on how PHMSA evaluates and determines whether a special permit can be considered consistent with the public interest. This notice outlines the criteria PHMSA used to evaluate special permit...

TX UNGS Program Evaluation

MS UNGS Program Evaluation

Safety Advisory Notice for DOT-111 Tank Cars in Flammable Liquid Service

Due to the recent events in East Palestine, Ohio and as part of our ongoing efforts to advance the safe transportation of hazardous materials by rail, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)—in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)—is issuing this...

24-0078

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24-0057

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24-0045

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24-0055

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