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1 GLOBAL COMPLIANCE SOLUTIONS HAZARDOUS MATERIALS/DANGEROUS GOODS TRANSPORTATION COMPLIANCE SERVICES & SUPPORT Hazardous Materials/Dangerous GoodsTransportation Compliance Services & Support

2 PARTNERING FOR COMPLIANCE We had a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) random inspection at one of our locations. They reviewed our shipping documents, training records, labels, and packaging. The response back from the inspector was positive and she stated we were in very good shape. She commended the recordkeeping and our efficiency in providing documentation. It should be noted that this result is directly attributable to Currie Associates assistance and guidance and recommendations. Thank you for your great work. What you may not know about hazardous materials/dangerous goods transportation regulations can put you and your company at serious risk. Working with Currie Associates, you can ensure that your business is operating in compliance with all HazMat/DG transportation regulations. Put Our Team of Leading Experts to Work for You. Tap into the knowledge and experience of regulatory experts that will assess your risk, answer your technical questions, train you and your employees,and help guide you through the regulatory maze. Currie Associates will: Evaluate your hazardous materials/dangerous goods compliance program to assess your risk. Help you and your staff to gain an understanding of and assist you with regulatory issues. Minimize your risk of penalties, fines, and other consequences of non-compliance. Assist with due diligence for possible acquisitions. Establish a systematic approach that can be applied to product identification throughout your operations. Help you and your company stay current with hazardous materials/dangerous goods transportation regulations. Update or create policies and procedures to avoid inconsistencies and penalty actions. Help you sell the compliance model throughout your corporation. Provide international compliance guidance in all modes of transport worldwide. Assist with your GHS classification and compliance needs. And more

3 TURN TO CURRIE ASSOCIATES WITH CONFIDENCE. Currie Associates provides hazardous materials and dangerous goods consulting, training, and auditing services worldwide with a reputation that is unmatched in the industry. 25+ years of experience - Since 1990, we ve been helping our clients meet the demands of competing in today s ever-changing environment while avoiding the consequences of non-compliance. #1-rated training & consulting - Our HazMat/DG transportation consulting and training classes have consistently been rated the best in the industry for more than two decades. Top-notch technical team - Our team includes highly certified, internationally recognized experts with a passion for excellence and a wide range of industry experience. Customized training - Currie Associates can quickly develop customized training based on the products you transport or manufacture, so the content of every course is 100% applicable to your operations. Help desk - We schedule our technical team so that there is always someone available to answer your questions. High profile - Currie Associates has long managed two trade associations - the Council on Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles (COSTHA) and the International Vessel Operators Dangerous Goods Association, Inc. (IVODGA). GSA contract holder - Currie Associates is a GSA Contract Holder offering the benefit of reduced paperwork and beneficial pricing for government employees, entities, and contractors. Certified Women s Business Enterprise UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Approved Dangerous Goods Training Organization Are your products properly classified and described? Are your vendors in compliance and providing you with the correct information? Are your employees trained as required by law? Is your company at risk for penalty actions? 3

4 HAZMAT CONSULTING SOLUTIONS Companies We Serve Aerospace Automotive & Heavy Equipment Manufacturers Battery Manufacturers & Distributors Carriers by all modes air, water, ground Chemical Companies Computer Manufacturers Consumer Products Manufacturers & Distributors Cosmetics Companies Distributors Government Agencies Litigation Attorneys Pharmaceutical Companies Retailers Turn to Currie Associates for the most effective, efficient management of compliance activities. We are experienced practitioners who have been there, done that. We know how to get to the heart of your most troubling issues to offer rapid resolution without interrupting your business routines. And we can save you from expending hours on tedious regulatory research. Compliance Review & Auditing Shield your company and yourself from exposure to heavy fines and civil and/or criminal liability as a result of non-compliance with an in-depth HazMat Transportation Compliance Review. Training Program Review Our staff of leading industry professionals can quickly review and revise your training programs to include the latest regulatory changes and create cost-effective solutions to meet the training mandates of the regulations. Competent Authority Approval We can help you properly identify and classify new products that are subject to regulatory codes. And we can steer you through the process of getting the approvals, permits, and exceptions you need. Expert Witness Testimony Currie Associates can provide your attorneys with compelling testimony from our expert occupational practitioners with years of HazMat/DG career experience. Shipping Guides We offer customized shipping guides on the transportation of your products (i.e. batteries, limited quantities, EHS, etc.) by ground, air, or water

5 Product Review Currie Associates will delve deep into your products offered for transport and provide you with a customized review and report. Penalty Mitigation The current legislative and regulatory environment has resulted in a 100% increase in the number of inspectors and an increase in penalty actions. Our experienced staff is prepared to work with you to mitigate the penalty and teach you how to avoid persistent violator status. MSDS/SDS Review Avoid frustrated and delayed shipments with a review of your MSDS/SDS. We will assess your SDS for accuracy and completeness and deliver updated Safety Data Sheets that meet the new Globally Harmonized System (GHS) regulations. Have you had a visit by enforcement (FAA, FRA, FMCSA or PHMSA)? Have you received a notice of violation? Are your shipments being refused or rejected? If you need help with a critical compliance situation, you need Currie Associates. We can deploy a member of our technical team to your site to help determine the root cause for violations. Currie Associates also offers help with penalty mitigation. Over the years, our clients have averaged well over 30% savings, and in some cases as high as 75% savings, through our penalty mitigation services. 5

6 HAZMAT TRAINING SOLUTIONS Courses Offered (but not limited to): 49 CFR Safety & Security Compliance Dangerous Goods Transportation Compliance by Air (ICAO/IATA) International Maritime Dangerous Goods Safety & Security (IMDG Code) Safe & Compliant Transportation of Lithium Batteries Multimodal Dangerous Goods Transport European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) Transport Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) Canada Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials Stowage & Segregation Hazardous Waste Management Training Dangerous goods training required by law! Anyone involved in the preparation for transport or transport of hazardous materials/dangerous goods in your company is required by law to be trained. In addition, all employees must be tested and certified to verify that they comprehend the subject, and are able to apply it to the real situations they find in the workplace. Currie Associates can help you to avoid exposing your company to heavy fines and civil and/or criminal liability by developing and implementing a systematic compliance training program, customized to meet your specific operational needs. Whatever your training needs, Currie Associates has the right solutions for you. Customized On-Site Training Ask us about customized training programs on a variety of topics including transportation classes for air, highway, rail, and ocean including cargo securement/blocking and bracing. Private, on-site training classes ensure that your employees will truly understand what they need to know because all materials are tailored to meet your specific needs. On-Demand Training Currie Associates online training is a cost-effective alternative when budgets are tight or travel time is limited. For a complete list of courses, visit our web site at

7 Since 1990, we have instructed thousands of steamship representatives, State and Federal enforcement personnel, shippers and other hazardous materials/dangerous goods employees around the world. We also offer public hazmat training classes to ensure regulatory compliance. Courses include US Domestic Regulations for Road and Rail Transport (49 CFR), International Maritime Dangerous Goods Transport IMDG Code, International Air Transportation ICAO/ IATA, Multimodal, TDGR Canada, Blocking & Bracing/Cargo Securement, Regulations Applicable to Batteries, and ADR. For a list of classes, visit our website at Web-Based Training & Webinars Web-based training (WBT) requires no travel time or expenses. All training is customized to include regulations and code changes that are appropriate for your company. Learning Management System Training Computer-based training is another solution that allows you to tailor your training program to best meet the learning needs of your employees. If you have your own Learning Management System (LMS), we can review it and update courses as needed to include the latest regulations, standards and technology or develop new customized LMS training programs. PUBLICATIONS &TRAINING PRODUCT SOLUTIONS Currie Associates offers a full line of hazardous materials/dangerous goods training products that are guaranteed to save you time and money. We supply regulatory code books at discounted prices as well as publish a complete library of compliance guides and training programs. Visit for more information or to place an order. One out of every three penalties from DOT cites a lack of training. Don t let your company become a statistic. 7

8 Currie Associates, Inc. 10 Hunter Brook Lane Queensbury NY WHATEVER YOUR COMPLIANCE NEEDS, WE HAVE THE SOLUTIONS. I just wanted to thank Currie Associates for the training they did at our site. The quality of training and the pace at which the instructor kept the class moving was great. Her knowledge of the material was also exceptional. I have talked to other individuals who participated in the class and the feedback I got was nothing short of outstanding, from the material to the style of presenting. Human error is the number one cause of hazardous materials/dangerous goods incidents. Our job is to protect your company from the serious consequences of non-compliance and help you to keep your products and materials moving throughout the supply chain. Ask how we can deliver training to your company or assist with your compliance needs. Connect with Currie Associates for global compliance solutions, customized for your company. For more information, visit or call Hunter Brook Lane, Queensbury NY Fax mail@currieassociates.com