Hazardous Materials Transportation

UW Safety Office

The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates the transportation of biological, radioactive, and chemically hazardous materials. This section provides guidance to UW faculty, staff and students who transport hazardous materials in a motor vehicle on a public thoroughfare.

Policies and Procedures

• Hazardous Materials Transportation Policy

• Radioactive Materials Shipping Workbook (Word format)

Forms

• Fill-in FedEx Dangerous Goods Declaration (color printer required)

• Customs Declaration Form (PDF)

Training

• Hazardous Materials Shipping: Rules, Roles and Responsibilities (Training Bulletin)

Hazardous Materials Transportation Links

• U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (GPO Access)