Are you aware of requirements imposed by the FAA on shipment of hazardous materials by air?
Did you know that the transporters such as FedEx are required to notify the FAA if they suspect improperly labeled shipments of hazardous materials are being air freighted?
Are you up to date on your DOT HAZMAT training?
Have your Parts Department employees received awareness training in recognizing hazardous materials as they arrive in your shop?
If you cannot answer in the affirmative to these questions, it’s time to brush up on the rules and regulations regarding hazardous materials transport.
An article in the August 4th Buffalo News describes a recent hazardous materials shipment incident involving Sherwin-Williams.