Resources for IHMM Certificants
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The primary U.S. authority on hazardous materials regulations, offering detailed guidance, regulatory updates, and safety advisories.
2. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) – Hazardous Waste
Provides comprehensive information on hazardous waste management, including regulatory requirements under RCRA.
3. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Offers safety standards, guidelines, and compliance resources related to hazardous materials in the workplace.
4. IMDG Code (International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code)
The International Maritime Organization’s resource for the transport of dangerous goods by sea.
5. UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) – ADR
Key resource for international road transport regulations of dangerous goods, particularly in Europe.
6. IATA (International Air Transport Association) – Dangerous Goods
Focuses on regulations for the safe transport of hazardous materials by air.
Provides emergency response information for hazardous materials incidents and offers safety resources.
8. ERG (Emergency Response Guidebook)
Essential for first responders handling hazardous materials incidents, providing quick reference for initial response.
9. DOT (Department of Transportation) – Hazardous Materials Regulations
Direct access to the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) related to hazardous materials transportation.
10. NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) – Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Provides key information on chemical hazards, exposure limits, and recommended protective measures.
- eCFR: Title 40 of the CFR — Protection of Environment (EPA regulations)
- eCFR: Title 49 of the CFR — Transportation (DOT regulations)
- eCFR: Title 29 of the CFR — Labor (OSHA regulations)
The primary U.S. authority on workplace safety regulations, providing standards, compliance assistance, training resources, and safety guidelines.
2. NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Offers research-based information on occupational safety and health, including hazard assessments, exposure limits, and prevention strategies.
3. CDC – Workplace Safety & Health Topics
A comprehensive resource covering various workplace hazards, health risks, and safety recommendations.
4. National Safety Council (NSC)
Provides safety training, research, and advocacy resources across industries, focusing on injury prevention and workplace safety culture.
5. AIHA (American Industrial Hygiene Association)
Offers resources on industrial hygiene, occupational health risks, and best practices for workplace safety professionals.
6. ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
Hosts a wide range of safety standards, guidelines, and technical documents related to occupational safety and health management systems.
An authoritative resource on workplace health and safety standards in Australia, with guidance applicable globally.
8. HSE (Health and Safety Executive – UK)
The UK’s national regulator for workplace health and safety, offering regulations, safety alerts, case studies, and best practices.
9. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Provides extensive workplace health and safety resources, including databases, training programs, and regulatory information.
10. ILO (International Labour Organization) – Safety and Health at Work
Offers global perspectives on workplace safety, with international standards, guidelines, and policy recommendations.
11. Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
Roles, responsibilities and requirements under WHMIS, amendments to supplier regulations, protecting confidential business information, compliance and enforcement, international cooperation, supplier resources, newsletter and contact information.
Lithium-ion batteries are one type of rechargeable battery technology (other examples include sodium ion and solid state) that supplies power to many devices we use daily. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the manufacturing and industrial use of these batteries due to their superior energy storage characteristics. This increased use of lithium-ion batteries in workplaces requires an increased understanding of the health and safety hazards associated with these devices.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandates various reporting and filing requirements across its programs. Below is a summary of key deadlines organized by program, along with links to EPA resources for more detailed information:
1. Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA):
- March 1: Facilities must submit the Tier II Emergency and Hazardous Chemical Inventory Form if they store hazardous chemicals above threshold quantities.
- July 1: Facilities meeting specific criteria must file the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Form R, detailing releases of certain toxic chemicals. epa.gov
2. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA):
- March 1 (Biennial): Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) are required to submit the Biennial Hazardous Waste Report, covering waste generation and management activities from the previous year.
3. Clean Air Act – Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP):
- March 31: Facilities that emit 25,000 metric tons or more of CO₂ equivalent greenhouse gases annually must report their emissions for the prior calendar year.
4. Fuel Programs:
- Quarterly Reports:
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- June 1: Covers January 1 – March 31.
- September 1: Covers April 1 – June 30.
- December 1: Covers July 1 – September 30.
- March 31 (following year): Covers October 1 – December 31.
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- Annual Reports:
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- March 31: For Gasoline, Fuel and Fuel Additive Registrations (FFARs), and Survey Programs covering January 1 – December 31.19january2017snapshot.epa.gov+2epa.gov+2epa.gov+2
- March 31: For Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) reports, including the Cellulosic Biofuel Producer Questionnaire and Annual Compliance Report.
- June 1: For the RFS Production Outlook Report.
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- Attest Engagements:
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- June 1: For all fuel programs covering January 1 – December 31 of the previous year.
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5. Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA):
- 2024 Submission Period: Originally June 1 to September 30, 2024, extended to November 22, 2024, due to technical issues. Subsequent reporting periods, such as 2028, remain unchanged.
6. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting under TSCA Section 8(a)(7):
- Reporting Period: Initially set to begin on November 12, 2024, but delayed to July 11, 2025, due to budgetary constraints affecting EPA’s data collection systems. epa.gov
7. Air Emissions Reporting:
- Varies: Facilities may be required to submit air emissions inventories, depending on state and local regulations. For example, Georgia requires such reports by April 1.
8. Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs):
- Varies: Facilities with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits must submit DMRs, typically on a monthly basis, detailing wastewater discharge characteristics.
Please note that specific reporting requirements and deadlines can vary based on state regulations and the nature of the facility’s operations. It’s essential to consult the relevant EPA program guidelines and state environmental agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable reporting obligations.
Guidance documents are agency statements of general applicability, intended to have future effects on the behavior of regulated parties, that set forth a policy on a statutory, regulatory, or technical issue, or an interpretation of a statute or regulation, with some exceptions.
The portal does not contain documents that are excluded from this definition, such as internal guidance directed to EPA or other federal agencies that is not intended to have future effect on the behavior of regulated parties, rules of agency organization, procedure, or practice, and internal executive branch legal advice or legal opinions addressed to executive branch officials, among others. EPA’s guidance documents generally lack the force and effect of law.
EPA Superfund Calculators Restored Online
Thank you for your patience during the recent service interruption affecting EPA Superfund calculators managed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory. We apologize for the disruption and appreciate your understanding. We are pleased to report that all affected calculators are now available online again.
The restored tools include:
RSL/RML https://lnkd.in/gx4yKrQt
· VISL https://lnkd.in/g7s6Vn3p
· PRG https://lnkd.in/g5qy7Rib
· BPRG https://epa-bprg.ornl.gov/
· SPRG https://epa-sprg.ornl.gov/
· DCC https://epa-dccs.ornl.gov/
· BDCC https://epa-bdcc.ornl.gov/
· SDCC https://epa-sdcc.ornl.gov/
· RVISL https://lnkd.in/gutYgpV4
· CPM https://epa-cpm.ornl.gov/
Also see > https://epa-prgs.ornl.gov/cgi-bin/chemicals/csl_search
EPA Superfund Program – RPM Bulletin 2025-02
PA’s June 2025 Superfund RPM Bulletin provides project managers and site assessors with a practical framework for using PFAS forensic tools to evaluate source apportionment, fate, and transport at contaminated sites. The bulletin emphasizes that PFAS “fingerprinting” is not definitive standing alone; rather, EPA expects a weight-of-evidence approach combining conceptual site models, hydrogeology, source history, targeted analytical methods, TOP assay, isomer evaluation, PFAS ratios, and non-target analysis. The legal significance is substantial: these tools may influence CERCLA liability allocation, background determinations, remedial decision-making, and disputes among potentially responsible parties.
Comparable recent guidance exists. EPA’s April 2025 RPM Bulletin on PFAS considerations when updating environmental indicators addresses how PFAS should be evaluated in Superfund progress reporting, while EPA’s Federal Facilities resources list related 2025–2026 PFAS tools, including in situ treatment and fate-and-transport guidance. The ITRC’s PFAS Technical and Regulatory Guidance, updated with 2026 priority topics, also provides broader state-led technical guidance on PFAS fate, transport, sampling, treatment, and regulatory issues.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates specific reporting and filing requirements to ensure workplace safety and health. Below is a summary of key deadlines organized by program, along with links to OSHA resources for more detailed information:
1. Injury and Illness Recordkeeping and Reporting:
- OSHA Form 300 (Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses): Employers must record work-related injuries and illnesses within seven calendar days of receiving information about the incident. osha.gov+1sphera.com+1
- OSHA Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses): Employers are required to post this summary in a visible area of the workplace from February 1 through April 30 of each year, summarizing the previous year’s incidents. osha.gov+6kpa.io+6osha.gov+6
- Electronic Submission of Form 300A: Establishments with 20 to 249 employees in certain high-risk industries, and establishments with 250 or more employees, must electronically submit Form 300A data by March 2 of the following year. sphera.com+6osha.gov+6safetybydesigninc.com+6
- OSHA Form 301 (Injury and Illness Incident Report): This detailed report must be completed within seven calendar days of a recordable incident. sphera.com+1safetybydesigninc.com+1
2. Reporting Fatalities and Severe Injuries:
- Fatalities: Employers must report any work-related fatality to OSHA within 8 hours of learning about the incident. osha.gov+1osha.gov+1
- Severe Injuries: Any in-patient hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye must be reported within 24 hours. osha.gov+1osha.gov+1
3. Process Safety Management (PSM):
- Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidation: Employers must revalidate their PHA at least every five years to ensure its accuracy and effectiveness.
- Compliance Audits: Conducted at least every three years to verify that procedures and practices are adequate and are being followed.
4. Respiratory Protection:
- Annual Fit Testing and Training: Employers must conduct fit testing and provide training on respiratory protection annually. isienvironmental.com
5. Hearing Conservation:
- Annual Audiograms: Employers must provide annual audiometric testing for employees exposed to noise levels at or above the action level.
6. Hazard Communication:
- Training: Employers are required to train employees on hazardous chemicals at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new chemical hazard is introduced.
Please note that specific reporting requirements and deadlines can vary based on industry, company size, and state regulations. It’s essential to consult the relevant OSHA guidelines and state occupational safety and health agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable reporting obligations.
- OSHA Data Webpage.Enhances user accessibility and navigation of publicly available OSHA datasets. The redesign organizes all datasets in one convenient location, categorized by topic, and the new layout is consistent with other OSHA webpages, offering a clearer and more streamlined experience for users.
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has posted the initial Injury Tracking Application (ITA) data covering 2025 work-related injuries and illnesses submitted from 1/1/2026 through 3/15/2026. OSHA collects work-related injury and illness data from establishments that meet specific industry and employment size specifications through the ITA. Certain establishments have submitted summary data from the OSHA Form 300A since 2016. Beginning in 2024, some establishments were also required to submit certain case details from OSHA Forms 300 and 301. Both the OSHA Form 300A summary data and the 300 and 301 case detail data are available for download. See > https://www.osha.gov/Establishment-Specific-Injury-and-Illness-Data
- In order to ensure chemical safety in the workplace, information about the identities and hazards of the chemicals must be available and understandable to workers. OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires the development and dissemination of such information:
- Chemical manufacturers and importers are required to evaluate the hazards of the chemicals they produce or import, and prepare labels and safety data sheets to convey the hazard information to their downstream customers;
- All employers with hazardous chemicals in their workplaces must have labels and safety data sheets for their exposed workers, and train them to handle the chemicals appropriately.
- See > https://www.osha.gov/hazcom
Memorandums
Dangerous Goods Transportation Resources
These resources provide comprehensive guidelines, training information, and updates necessary for compliance with regulations regarding the transport of dangerous goods globally. For those involved in the shipping, handling, and transporting of hazardous materials, these links offer vital information for maintaining safety and legal standards across different transportation modes.
| Organization/Code | Resource Description | Web Link |
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| UN Recommendations | Provides guidelines for the transport of dangerous goods by all modes. | UNECE Transport of Dangerous Goods |
| ICAO TI (International Civil Aviation Organization) | Offers technical instructions for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. | ICAO Dangerous Goods |
| IATA DGR (International Air Transport Association) | Details regulations for the air transport of hazardous materials. Includes training and compliance tips. | IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations |
| IMDG Code (International Maritime Organization) | Regulates the maritime transport of hazardous goods to enhance marine safety and prevent marine pollution. | IMDG Code Overview |
The worldwide transportation of dangerous goods involves various critical issues that need careful management to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency. Here are some of the most important concerns:
| Topic | Resource Description | Web Link |
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| Regulatory & Compliance | Navigating the complex and often varying international regulations is a major challenge. Compliance with international guidelines like the UN Recommendations, IATA’s DGR, IMDG Code, and ICAO’s Technical Instructions is essential for legal transportation across borders. | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/ |
| Safety & Security | Ensuring the safety of handlers, the public, and the environment is paramount. This involves secure packaging, accurate labeling, and rigorous training of all personnel involved in the transportation chain. | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/
https://www.icao.int/safety/DangerousGoods/Pages/Doc9284-Technical-Instructions.aspx |
| Training & Awareness | Continuous training and updating of knowledge for all stakeholders, including shippers, handlers, and carriers, are crucial to cope with regulatory changes and to ensure that dangerous goods are handled safely. | https://hazmatsociety.org/training/category/cdgp-blueprint-cmps/ |
| Emergency Response | Having effective emergency response procedures in place is critical. This includes the ability to quickly address spills, exposures, and accidents to minimize impacts on health and the environment. | https://www.iata.org/en/publications/newsletters/iata-knowledge-hub/how-to-get-trained-and-certified-on-dangerous-goods-transported-by-air/ |
| Technological Advancements | Keeping up with technology, such as tracking and monitoring systems, can enhance the safety and efficiency of transporting dangerous goods. It also helps in regulatory compliance and risk management. | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/dgr/ |
| Environmental Concerns | The transport of hazardous materials poses potential risks to the environment. Effective measures need to be implemented to prevent accidents and manage wastes and emissions in compliance with environmental regulations. | https://www.icao.int/safety/DangerousGoods/Pages/Doc9284-Technical-Instructions.aspx |
| Economic Factors | Costs related to safe packaging, insurance, and compliance can be significant. Balancing these costs while maintaining high safety standards is a continuous challenge for businesses involved in the transportation of dangerous goods. | https://www.icao.int/safety/DangerousGoods/Pages/Doc9284-Technical-Instructions.aspx |
Each of these issues requires dedicated attention from regulatory bodies, industry participants, and the logistics sector to ensure that the transport of dangerous goods is conducted safely and efficiently across global networks.
Below, you will find information related to the Agreement on the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR).
Key elements of the ADR include detailed requirements for:
- Classification of goods: Assigning categories to hazardous materials based on their risks.
- Packaging and labeling: Ensuring that dangerous goods are properly contained and marked.
- Vehicle standards: Setting criteria for the vehicles transporting these goods, including equipment like fire extinguishers and spill containment tools.
- Training and certification: Requiring that drivers undergo specific training and obtain an ADR certificate to handle dangerous goods.
Web Links:
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| Country | Resource Link |
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| European Union Members | UNECE ADR Page |
| United Kingdom | UK Government ADR Guide |
| Switzerland | Swiss ADR Resource |
| Norway | Norwegian ADR Overview |
Note: The above links lead to pages where further national resources and regulations regarding the ADR can be accessed. Each member country has specific guidelines and implementations tailored to its national transport policies.
- UNECE ADR Regulations Overview: Provides a complete guide on all aspects of ADR, including recent updates and amendments necessary for compliance. UNECE ADR Detailed Information
Web Links:
unece.org
These resources are essential for stakeholders in the transport sector who handle dangerous goods, ensuring they remain compliant with international safety standards and effectively manage the risks associated with hazardous materials transportation.
International Aviation Transportation Association (IATA): Dangerous Goods (find significant changes and addenda to the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR))
Additional Resources
- IATA Accredited Training
- Dangerous Goods (HAZMAT)
- IATA Forms (IATA DG Documentation website – find significant changes, the nickel metal hydride battery guidance document and links to other forms)
- IATA Lithium Batteries
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization: Technical Instructions For The Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air
Additional Resources
- ADR: Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- ADR Instructions in Writing: Linguistic versions of ADR written instructions for drivers on what to do in the event of an accident or emergency
- ADR Tool: ADR Tool for route planning and placarding job aid
- 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Regulations
- DOT Chart: Marking, Labeling & Placarding Guide
- 49 CFR Guidance: How to Use the Hazardous Materials Regulations
- PHMSA FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions compiled and grouped by topic
- US National Hazardous Materials Route Registry: US list of Designated, Preferred and Restricted Routes
IMO: International Maritime Organization – publishers of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG)
- IMO: International Maritime Organization
- IMDG Code
- FAL Declarations and Certificates
- Register for a free IMODOCS public account here
- World Shipping Council
- TT Club: Book it right and pack it tight: This guide is intended to support shippers, forwarders, shipping line booking staff and those who pack dangerous goods into cargo transport units for carriage by sea in the technical aspects of the IMDG Code.
Australia
Bolivia
Brazil
Canada
- Canada: Transport Canada Regulations
- TDGR: Transport of Dangerous Goods Regulations
- Additional Resources
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
Mexico NOMs
New Zealand
- New Zealand: Regulating Dangerous Goods Ministry of Transport (includes link to Dangerous Goods Regulatory System Map)
Paraguay
Peru
United Kingdom (UK)
United Nations
- UNECE (ADR, ADN, UN Model Regulations, UN Test & Criteria, GHS)
- ADR: Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
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- ADN: European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways | UNECE
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- UN Model Regulations (aka “UN Orange Book”): recommendations on the transport of DG which are then incorporated into the modal regulations and state specific regulations
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- UN Manual of Tests & Criteria: contains criteria, test methods and procedures for classification of DG
- GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) – guidance on Safety Data Sheet (SDS) creation and chemical labels for consumers and workplaces
United States
- US Department of Transportation (PHMSA, FAA, FRA, FMCSA, USCG)
- US DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations
- 49 CFR Hazardous Materials Regulations
- Resources:
- DOT Chart: Marking, Labeling & Placarding Guide
- Hazardous Matters Quarterly Newsletter. Stay informed on the latest news from PHMSA, subscribe here today
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