D.O.T. Warning Placards for Hazardous Materials

Transporting hazardous materials is necessary to the continued functioning of society as we know it. However, the fact remains that this type of commerce comes with serious risks. Every instance of hazmat transport puts the transporter, the receiver, and the general public at great risk. So why do we not have more breaking news stories about incidents and disasters? The relative safety of these endeavors is largely thanks to the many regulations passed and enforced by the Department of Transportation.

More specifically, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - the DOT's primary office for this matter - takes just about every potential issue into consideration. For example, many hazardous materials are transported by truck every year. Unlike with aircraft and sea vessels, these trucks must often travel with other vehicles right by their side. To ensure that other drivers act as safely as possible, the PHMSA requires hazmat drivers to identify themselves with colorful and visible truck placards. Each one features a large symbol, text, and class number that all identify the type of hazard posed by the materials in the shipment.

You cannot transport any hazmat without DOT-approved truck placards, which you can find at great prices right here. Check out Tigerpak's selection and get all the marks and labels you need.