Lithium batteries are part of our everyday lives, and we can’t understate their importance. However, these power sources made of ultra-light materials are not easily transported, for their volatile nature isn’t only dangerous to the environment but can also injure people. In light of this need, Transport Canada banned all lithium batteries – both lithium-ion […]... Learn more
We would personally like to welcome and introduce the newest member of the Global HazMat Team, Tom Urquhart. Tom joins our team with a wealth of knowledge and many years of sales and marketing experience. Tom will be heading up our sales department, focusing on supporting our North American clients. Tom’s background is in High […]... Learn more
Global HazMat is looking for contract trainers throughout North America. If you are looking for flexible work and are comfortable training onsite at our customers’ facilities or virtually using Zoom or Microsoft Teams, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume to info@globalhazmat.com... Learn more
It is important to consider safety in transporting dangerous goods. The transportation of dangerous goods is a complicated process. It is often taken for granted in the overall “safety training” discussion. Think about it this way; you offer or send out a product that can pose a risk to the safety of the transporters whether […]... Learn more
The shipping of dangerous goods, as risky as it sounds, is a vital necessity in our economy. Transportation of certain hazards such as compressed gases, corrosives, flammable liquids and toxics by road vehicle cause unique highway safety concerns. Transport Canada federally and each provincial agency have strict rules and regulations you must comply with. Failure to do so could result in potential incidents, the […]... Learn more
At Global Hazmat, we know even though you have taken all the precautions possible to prevent a hazardous spill or emergency in your workplace, mistakes can happen and these events could still occur. While you should do you best to train your employees and make your workplace safe to prevent this situations, you should also […]... Learn more
At Global Hazmat, we know how important being prepared with a spill kit is. If you work in an environment that you are exposed to hazardous materials, there is a very good chance that you have a spill kit on hand. In the event that a hazardous spill or release occurs, the chemicals you may be exposed […]... Learn more
As experts in the fields of Dangerous Goods, Hazardous Waste and WHMIS / GHS, Global Hazmat has years of experience helping businesses bring their workplace up to government standards and keeping employees safe. To make it as easy and convenient as possible for companies to train their teams, we offer Customized Webinar Training. If your […]... Learn more
Hazardous materials training is important for any company that handles dangerous goods and hazardous materials, by any method. Training can be provided in a number of ways, however onsite training presents the largest impact and understanding, as well as an interactive environment where each and every worker can receive the knowledge they need for their […]... Learn more
Hazardous materials training plays an important role for many Canadian businesses. At Global HazMat, we know that there are many businesses in numerous industries that deal with hazardous materials on a daily basis. From gas stations to home cleaners, to industrial plants to importers, workers are frequently handling dangerous goods that can compromise their health […]... Learn more