Deciphering the “Fire Diamond”

Deciphering the “Fire Diamond”

You have undoubtedly seen what is commonly referred to as the “fire diamond” on containers being transported as you’ve traveled the Interstate or made your way around town. Officially known as the NFPA 704 labeling system, these fire diamonds provide invaluable...
International Shipping Regulations & Enforcement

International Shipping Regulations & Enforcement

When it comes to regulations concerning domestic shipments, the Department of Transportation and the Department of Energy are in charge of creating and enforcing the regulations that keep carriers – as well as the public and the environment – safe. Similar regulations...
Hazmat Transportation 101: A Brief History

Hazmat Transportation 101: A Brief History

Since the mid-1800s, our country has been grappling with the dangers and difficulties of transporting hazardous materials. The regulation of the transportation of hazardous materials in this country began in a piecemeal fashion, largely unsupervised and with large...