The Department of Transportation (DOT) governs all modes of transportation in the US, including air transportation. The DOT provides regulations pertaining to the shipment of hazardous materials known as the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). This course will introduce the DOT requirements when shipping by air, including the placarding requirements, and explore the variations and limitations that apply.
This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
IATA 5: Limitations and Shipment Review