Governing Regulations
Both the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) require safety training for any workers who may come into contact with hazardous materials.
The requirements for the transportation of hazmat by private, common, and contract motor carriers are found in Part 177, Carriage by Highway, of the HMR and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Parts 300-399. Requirements of Part 177 are in addition to requirements found in Parts 171, 172, 173, 178, and 180 of the HMR.
