Additional Information
Labels are required on containers of hazardous substances to identify the contents. Placards are a type of label or sign that are used during transport of hazardous materials.
Transporting Hazardous Materials
Signs, tags, labels, and placards convey information that is intended to change behavior, give instructions, and/or convey important safety information and warnings. In this SafetyBytes™ session, we’ll discuss DOT requirements for labels and placards.
Labels are required on containers of hazardous substances to identify the contents. Placards are a type of label or sign that are used during transport of hazardous materials.