The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing changes to strengthen the Risk Management Program (RMP). The proposed rule, entitled “Safer Communities by Chemical […]
A fire at the BP Whiting refinery in Chicago last week has lead to the refinery shutting down temporarily. In response to […]
FRA is proposing a new rule that would set a minimum size requirement for train crews depending on the type of operation. […]
The International Maritime Organization published the IMDG Code Amendment 40-20 Corrigenda in May of 2022. The amendments include edits to the Classification provisions […]
The Office of Hazardous Materials Safety received multiple applications for new special permits and for modifications of or actions on existing special […]
PHMSA has announced its plan to suspend a rule authorizing the transportation of LNG by rail. The rule in question was made […]
The Surface Transportation Board is adopting a final rule regarding the procedures a railroad accesses the track of another railroad in emergency situations. The […]
PHMSA’s Office of Hazardous Materials Safety received multiple applications for actions on special permits. Interested parties may submit comments on any application […]
PHMSA issued a notice regarding the upcoming Lithium Battery Air Safety Advisory Committee meeting. This meeting will be held virtually on September […]
FRA issued a notice detailing the requirements and procedures necessary for anyone interested in applying for grant funding. The funding covers eligible […]