October is here, bringing another round of regulatory developments and compliance priorities to keep on your radar. In this issue, we’re sharing the latest hazardous materials updates and practical guidance to help your team stay informed, prepared, and compliant as we move through the fall.
🔍 This Month's Spotlights:
Big Changes for Hazmat Incident Reports? explores PHMSA’s proposed updates to DOT Form 5800.1, including improved battery and intermodal incident reporting and a more streamlined format. Learn what could change and what companies should do in the meantime.
What Are DDR Lithium Batteries? explains how to identify damaged, defective, or recalled lithium batteries and why they require special handling. Learn about the risks, shipping restrictions, and packaging requirements that apply to DDR batteries.
2026 Dangerous Goods Blitz highlights the most common violations uncovered during more than 5,000 dangerous goods inspections across the U.S. and Canada. See where shippers fell short and how proper training and attention to compliance can help prevent costly mistakes.
Hazmat Training Requirements: What You Need to Knowoutlines key DOT training requirements for employees involved in hazardous materials transportation. Learn who needs training, what it must cover, and how often it needs to be completed.
As we move through the fall, keeping up with regulatory changes is key to maintaining safe and compliant operations. ICC is here with the training, resources, and expert guidance your team needs to stay prepared for what’s ahead.
Find out what’s changing before the new edition takes effect. Download the IATA 2027 Regulatory Guide for a convenient overview of key changes that may affect how you prepare and transport dangerous goods by air.
ICC offers comprehensive training on hazardous materials and dangerous goods covering various subjects such as air, ground, and sea shipping, biological substances, and dry ice, as well as OSHA and WHMIS regulations.
ICC’s Compliance Bulletin is the go-to source for our customers to stay informed of all the rapid regulatory changes that impact their business. Share this with your colleagues to ensure awareness!
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