Hmit - hazardous material instructor training - this grant supports the grantee state by providing train-the-trainer programs, for training in hazardous materials regulations

The Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) awarded a $824,735 Project Grant under the Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants program (CFDA 20.703) to The Sustainable Workplace Alliance, Inc., a non-profit organization based in Eagle Lake, Florida. This grant supports the grantee in providing train-the-trainer programs for training on hazardous materials regulations to state and local entities. The funding will enable the Alliance to deliver critical hazardous materials instructor training and safety initiatives related to hazardous materials transportation and incident management. Key activities include developing emergency response plans, conducting hazardous materials instructor training, providing emergency responder training, and supporting community safety programs focused on safe handling and transportation of hazardous substances. The grant has a performance period from September 30, 2024 to September 30, 2025.