PHMSA Hazmat Grants - Inactive

Description

The purpose of this grant is to ensure communities are prepared to respond to hazardous materials incidents and that state and local enforcement personnel are adequately training in the Hazardous Materials Regulations. The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (P.L. 114-94 - December 4, 2015), authorizes PHMSA’s Community Safety grant program. PHMSA, through this competitive grant opportunity, is requesting applications from nonprofit organizations to (1) conduct national outreach and training programs to assist communities in preparing for and responding to accidents and incidents involving the transportation of hazardous materials, including Class 3 flammable liquids by rail; and (2) to train state and local personnel responsible for enforcing the safe transportation of hazardous materials, including Class 3 flammable liquids.

Who can apply

• Others

Contact

Carla Sheppard <br/>Phone: (202) 366-2738 <br/>or (202) 366-1109 <br/>
Carla.Sheppard@dot.gov