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Navigating State-Specific Regulations for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary In the world of hazardous materials, lithium‑ion batteries are the new rockstars—and like any out‑of‑control celebrity, they come with a ton of baggage. Everyone wants a piece of them, from EV manufacturers to grid storage innovators, but few understand the ticking time bomb they can be when mishandled. What’s worse is the bureaucratic…
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HazMat Safety Consulting Welcomes Former PHMSA International Program Director and UN Sub-Committee Chairman, Duane A. Pfund as Senior Consultant
Waxahachie, TX – August 27th, 2025 HazMat Safety Consulting (HSC), a leading authority in dangerous goods regulatory compliance and risk management, announced that Duane A. Pfund has joined its team as Senior Consultant. With more than 35 years of leadership in hazardous materials safety at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety…
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Hazardous Materials vs. Hazardous Waste: Understanding the Difference
Article Summary Hazardous Materials vs. Hazardous Waste: Understanding the Difference Not all dangerous goods are hazardous waste—and not all hazardous waste is dangerous goods. Understanding the distinction is key to compliance. Dangerous Goods vs. Hazardous Waste Dangerous goods: Substances that pose immediate risks during transport, regulated by DOT, IATA, or IMDG. Hazardous waste: Discarded…
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Are You Ready for IFC Section 320? Lithium Battery Storage Rules Are Coming Fast
Article Summary The Complete Guide to Lithium Battery Storage Compliance Under the 2024 International Fire Code Lithium-ion battery storage in the United States is moving toward a more unified standard—but until adoption is complete, businesses face a patchwork of local and state rules. This variability creates challenges for facilities storing large battery inventories, especially as…
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GHS vs. DOT: Why Classifications Don’t Always Match
Article Summary The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) was designed to bring consistency to how chemicals are classified and labeled worldwide. So why, even with GHS, do OSHA and DOT classifications still differ? Different Purposes, Different Rules OSHA focuses on workplace safety—both chronic and acute hazards. DOT focuses on transportation…
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Is This a Hazardous Material? Asking the Right Questions
Article Summary It’s amazing how quickly a simple compliance question can snowball. One moment, everything feels under control. The next, you’re knee-deep in regulations you didn’t even know applied to you. Often, it starts with an innocent question from a customer or carrier: “Is this a hazardous material?” On the surface, it sounds straightforward. But…
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Americase to Speak on Battery Regulations at 2025 OCP APAC Summit
— Panel to explore regulatory challenges and alternatives to lithium-ion batteries in next-generation data centers— Waxahachie, TX – July 24, 2025 – Americase, a leading manufacturer of protective containers for hazardous materials and high-value goods, will participate in a high-impact panel discussion, “Understanding Global Regulations for ORV3-ready Data Centers with Batteries,” at the 2025 OCP…
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The New SAE G-27 Packaging Standard and Beyond
Article Summary In late 2024, a significant milestone was reached in the world of battery transport safety: the approval of the first SAE G27 packaging standard. While this approval marks a promising step forward, it’s important to understand the nuances of what this standard entails and what challenges still remain for the committee to address.…
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How Dangerous Goods Regulations Are Made—and Why the UN Still Leads the Way
Article Summary When it comes to regulating the transport of hazardous materials, the foundation starts at the international level. The best place to understand the process is with the United Nations Subcommittee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods—a long-standing body that plays a central role in shaping how dangerous goods are classified, packaged,…
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What Clients Don’t Know Can Hurt Them in Dangerous Goods Compliance
Article Summary When it comes to dangerous goods compliance, many organizations don’t know where their real risks lie—until something goes wrong. That’s where hazmat consultants like Mike Pagel, Sr. HazMat Consultant at HazMat Safety Consulting, step in, helping clients identify gaps and build safer, more compliant operations. But as Pagel explains, it’s not always a…
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What Insurance Providers Need to Know About Lithium Battery Risks in Storage and Shipping
Article Summary As the use of lithium-ion batteries continues to expand across industries—from consumer electronics to electric vehicles to data centers—the insurance industry is facing a growing set of challenges. Businesses that manufacture, store, or ship lithium batteries are not just navigating complex hazardous materials regulations. They’re also working under the scrutiny of insurers who…
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What’s Next for Lithium-Ion Battery Transport Regulations?
Article Summary The recent release of the SAE G27 lithium battery packaging standard marks a significant step toward safer battery transport. However, this is just the beginning. The question now is: What’s next for lithium battery transport regulations? In this article, we’ll explore the future of these regulations, upcoming industry changes, and how businesses can…