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The 2026 sodium-ion battery regulations are officially here, bringing new UN numbers, dedicated classifications, and transportation requirements shippers need to understand before offering these batteries for transport. Hazmat University, part of the BDG family, just published a great overview. Read it on the Hazmat University blog, then reach out to BDG for instructor-led training that walks your team through the new requirements in depth.

Shipping Sodium-Ion Batteries Under the New 2026 Regulations Sodium-ion batteries now have dedicated UN numbers and classification rules. Learn how the 2026 regulations differ from lithium and what shippers need to know.

Safety Data Sheets influence classification, handling, storage, emergency response, and shipping decisions every day. Yet not all SDS documents are created equal. Our newest blog explains why quality varies so widely and what employees need to watch for. Read the full post on our blog today.

Safety Data Sheet Quality and Why It Varies So Much Not every SDS offers the same level of detail or accuracy. Learn how to spot incomplete transportation data, generic language, and outdated classifications.

Compliance responsibility always stays with the hazmat employer and employee, no matter what software generated the paperwork. Hazmat University just shared a breakdown of why employees need both regulatory knowledge and software competency. Read it on the Hazmat University blog, then connect with BDG for live, instructor-led training tailored to your operation.

Hazmat Software Training and Why It Belongs in Day One Shipping software does not guarantee compliance. Learn why hazmat software training should be part of initial employee training, not an afterthought.

Not every hazardous material is assigned a packing group, and that detail often surprises employees who assume every dangerous good falls into Packing Group I, II, or III. Our newest blog explains why explosives, gases, radioactive materials, and certain other substances follow different classification rules. Read the full post on our blog today.

Hazmat Packing Groups Explained and When They Don't Apply Not every hazardous material has a packing group. Learn what Packing Groups I, II, and III mean, how they affect packaging, and which hazard classes skip them.

Many compliance failures happen not because employees ignore the regulations, but because they only partially understand them. Packing groups are a perfect example. Hazmat University, part of the BDG family, published a great article on what packing groups really mean. Read it on the Hazmat University blog, then reach out to BDG for instructor-led training that builds deeper regulatory understanding.

Packing Groups and Their Assigned HAZMAT | Hazmat University In addition to brushing up on your online hazmat training, this blog will provide a fantastic refresher on the packing groups you need to know. Read here.

Most compliance failures do not happen because companies intentionally ignore the regulations. They happen because small operational problems go unnoticed for too long. Our newest blog explains how internal audits help catch those gaps before regulators do. Read the full post on our blog and call 1-844-LEARNDG for a free training assessment.

Dangerous Goods Compliance Audits and Why They Matter | BDG Internal audits uncover hidden compliance gaps in documentation, training, and packaging before they become costly problems. Learn why proactive review matters.

Both 49 CFR and the IMDG Code define exactly what information must appear on hazmat shipping papers, but neither provides a single official template. ShipHazmat, part of the BDG family, just published a great article explaining how this works. Read it on the ShipHazmat blog, then connect with BDG when your team needs instructor-led training on documentation requirements.

Hazmat Shipping Papers for 49 CFR and IMDG Explained No prescribed form exists for 49 CFR or IMDG, but the rules on content and sequence are strict. Learn what's required and how ShipHazmat simplifies compliance.

Accepting an undeclared hazmat shipment can lead to fines, rejected cargo, transport delays, and serious safety incidents. Hazmat University, part of the BDG family, just published a great article on how to spot the warning signs. Read it on the Hazmat University blog, then reach out to BDG for instructor-led training that builds real classification confidence.

Is It Hazmat? How to Spot Undeclared Hazardous Shipments Learn how to identify undeclared hazmat when shippers fail to disclose. Spot red flags, ask the right questions, and get trained with Hazmat University online.

Lithium battery compliance is full of nuance. Battery type, configuration, watt-hour rating, and modal exceptions all change how a shipment must be prepared. Our newest blog introduces a flexible training initiative built around real operational needs. Read the full post on our blog and call 1-844-LEARNDG for a free training assessment.

Lithium Battery Public Webinars With Live Instructor Access Get lithium battery compliance training through live public webinars, custom group sessions, or on-site instruction. Call 1-844-LEARNDG for a free assessment.

Lithium battery requirements change based on battery type, watt-hour rating, and mode of transport. ShipHazmat just published a great overview of new flexible training options developed with BDG. Read it on the ShipHazmat blog, then connect with us for custom instructor-led sessions tailored to your products and workflows.

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