Add Hazmat Information

Overview

Hazmat materials (also called Hazmat) are any substances which the DOT has determined potentially pose a risk to health, safety, and property when stored or transported. Hazmat information can be entered into Optimiz when adding a shipment request.

Prerequisites

Before you can add Hazmat information, you must have already started creating an order.

Process

To Add Hazmat Information:

1. Enter the basic information and handling units for the shipment. See Create a New Shipment for details.
2. Select Hazmat to open the Hazmat information window.
3. Enter the UN Number.
4. Enter the Packing Group.
5. Enter the Proper Shipping Name.
6. Enter the Hazard Class.
7. Enter the NMFC Class.
8. Enter the Emergency Contact.
9. Click X in the upper right corner to close the window.

Result

The Hazmat information is entered. To save and submit the shipment or shipment request, see Create a New Shipment.