US Last month’s passing of MAP-21 by Congress came as something of a surprise. Hidden in the near-600 page document is a new Hazmat Act, which will set the regulatory agenda for PHMSA for the next few years
WETLINES Yet another study on the wetlines issue is proposed, which will at least have the benefit of putting back any rulemaking activity for another two years
CONFERENCE REPORT The transport of hazardous materials is generally a safe business but improvements can always be made. This year’s DGAC conference heard from the US regulators on the plans they have for
CONFERENCE REPORT The US tank truck industry gathered recently to examine a range of issues related to fleet upkeep. The agenda is being driven primarily by regulatory mandates, something with which many in the business have a problem
National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC), the US trade association representing tank truck operators, has asked US Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Ray LaHood to direct the withdrawal of two rulemakings
WETLINES Political pressure has been applied to PHMSA to return to the regulation of flammable liquids in external piping on tank trucks, even though this was rejected back in 2004
CONFERENCE REPORT Until last year, the annual DGAC conference provided an opportunity for regulators and the regulated community to get together to talk about new and upcoming developments. The latest event reflected the shift in the relationship between PHMSA and industrys
Wetlines US petroleum tank trailer operators are bracing for potentially costly new rules focused on below-barrel piping. Industry is concerned, though, that addressing an apparent problem may only create even worse hazards for employees
