Industry:
Solution:
Hazardous materials and hazardous waste play a role in nearly every commercial industry from ammonia in food processing plants, to corrosives in pulp and paper mills, to flammables in transportation fleets. Managing these substances safely and compliantly is a business-critical responsibility.
Two federal standards define training requirements, and understanding how they apply across job roles can be challenging. This guide clarifies who needs training, what standards apply, and when refreshers are due.
What You Will Learn
- How the EPA’s Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA, CFR Title 40) regulates hazardous waste management
- How the DOT’s Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR, CFR Title 49) govern hazardous materials transportation
- Which job roles require DOT Hazmat training versus EPA RCRA training
- Initial, recurrent, and refresher training timelines for each regulation
- How role-based alignment helps organizations reduce risk, strengthen safety culture, and remain inspection-ready
Compliance does not have to be complicated. By matching employee responsibilities with the right federally recognized training requirements and staying current on training schedules, organizations can protect their workforce, reduce liability, and strengthen readiness.
Download the guide to see how job-role alignment supports RCRA and DOT hazmat compliance across your organization.
