It works to foster coordination, cooperation, and communication between Federal and state agencies and tribal nations having regulatory and enforcement responsibility for the safe transportation of hazardous materials. Through education and training, the states and local governments are provided with information and resources to enhance existing programs and develop new ones to improve hazardous materials safety.
Hazardous materials present unique challenges to enforcement personnel and emergency responders.
Effective preparedness and mitigation are fundamental to the reduction of exposure to the population and response forces. In order to view it, you must have Adobe Reader properly configured with your browser. You may download this software FREE from Adobe's Web site . Promote uniform, national hazardous materials regulations and enforcement. Promote uniform implementation of hazardous materials strategies and program enhancements.