DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation General Awareness

Hazardous materials, or HAZMAT, are substances or materials that can burn, explode, react violently, or cause injury or harm to people, property, or the environment when transported in commerce. The DOT is responsible for developing, issuing, and enforcing the hazardous material regulations (HMR). These regulations govern the transportation of hazardous materials in interstate, intrastate, and foreign commerce. DOT’s primary safety goal is to reduce the risks posed by the transportation of hazardous materials. 1 hour is awarded on the certificate for this training based on anticipated time to complete all training modules and review all relevant reference material. Depending on the student's familiarization with the topics and reference material, this time to complete the course may vary, but will not change the number of hours awarded.