Consulting and Audit
DGM, being a worldwide organization, has experience with numerous kinds of unique consulting needs expressed by customers in various verticals. From manufacturers to shippers to freight forwarders and truck line, airline and vessel line operators, we have seen it all. Every client has required a custom solution to address their unique needs.
From regulations related to manufacturing,
storage, logistics and handling of dangerous goods, chemicals, Lithium Ion
batteries, we have helped our client achieve compliance, minimize risks, streamline operations
and achieve safety
standards.
We provide consulting services across all modes of transportation, including ADR, 49CFR, IATA
and IMDG code. Between 15+
global agencies, 100+ regulatory standards and regulations, thousands of classifications and
millions of shipments that
go through the global supply chain, there is enough risk of non-compliance, lack of adherence to
safety rules, and
penalties/fines, that it is worth to use expert professional services provided by the DGM group.
CLASSIFICATION
Safety Data Sheet and Cargo Classification Our consulting services cover review of all your SKUs, SDS compilation for easy reference, and proper classification per the relevant standard. Your procurement, operations, warehouse and shipping team can then handle, store and ship goods per the laid out procedures for packaging, marking and labeling.
AUDITS
Process and Documentation Audits Our consulting services cover an audit of your existing operational process and a historical review of the documentation of hazardous materials that have entered, been stored or exited your warehouse to assess gaps in compliance. This will help you identify gaps in the process, recommend corrective actions to gain compliance and prepare metrics for any compliance or insurance needs.
RESPONSE PLANNING
Emergency Response Planning Our consulting services provide expert guidance on emergency response planning and training, spill containment, personnel protection, safety management systems, and incident reporting as required by various regulatory bodies. This helps you prepare and have documented procedures for ongoing warehouse safety operations as well as response planning during an incident.
PERMITS
Special Permits and Approval Applications Our consulting services provide support to gain Special Permits from DOT PHMSA and other regulatory bodies for special needs. Approvals from State of Operator and State of Origin help you transport prototype Lithium Ion batteries and other commodities that have not obtained the required certifications (such as UN38.3) or for other special products that cannot comply with current regulations
