Personnel Security

Be aware of the possibility that someone you hire may pose a potential security risk. You may want to establish a process to confirm applicant information, and always check with former and current employers and personal references.

Conversely, your employees can be one of your most critical assets as you endeavor to improve the security of your shipping or transportation operations.

In addition, consider taking one or more of the following actions:

• Encourage your employees to report suspicious incidents or events.
• Implement routine security inspections.
• Convene regular employee and management meetings on security measures and awareness.
• Communicate with your staff using an internal communication system to provide information on facts, trends, and other security issues.

To learn more about DOT HAZMAT Awareness visit our DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Online Training web page.