• PHMSA, USCG, FMCSA, FRA, FAA, and OSHA are all responsible for regulating, implementing, and enforcing policies for the transportation of hazardous materials.

In the U.S., the federal government holds the primary authority for regulating the transportation of hazardous materials. Several key agencies help develop, enforce, and oversee these regulations, each playing an important role in keeping hazmat transportation safe and compliant. These agencies include:

• Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
• United States Coast Guard (USCG)
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
• Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)