Driving a fuel tanker or signing off on lab-waste manifests puts you right next to hazardous materials, so safety and compliance can’t be afterthoughts.  DOT rules say every hazmat employee must complete certified Hazmat Training and keep proof of it on file. Staying current isn’t just paperwork – it protects people, keeps cargo on the road, and keeps regulators off your back. A Quick Look at a Standard Hazmat Training Program DOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) says every hazmat course has to cover five points: Initial instruction must occur within......