Hazmat Training to Sign Shipping Papers/Manifests

If you sign hazmat shipping papers or the Hazardous Waste Manifest, you need hazmat training that meets US DOT standards found in 49 CFR 172.704.
When you're the one who signs the shipping paper, it's your name on the line.
DOT PHMSA Letter of Interpretation on Signing Shipping Papers
bit.ly/3dOv8lC (May 31, 2002)
Hazmat Training FAQ
www.lion.com/hazmat-training-faq
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Before you sign a hazmat shipping paper or Hazardous Waste Manifest, make sure you have adequate hazmat training. With the right training, you can confidently certify that your hazmat shipment is in full compliance.

[@archangel2781]

Thank you for this information.

[@christinekolb749]

I am a hazmat employee and my hazmat employer requires all drivers to sign their name in the shipper, carrier, and driver section of the BOL. Why is this? We didn’t manufacture the product, we don’t own the trucks that we drive, but the hazmat employer does.

[@LionTraining]

Hi Christine, Thank you for your question! I will reach out to you when I have a clear answer from an expert on hazardous materials shipping/transportation regulations. Thank you! - RM ([e-mail] )