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The Value of IHMM Credentials
Below you will see the credential badges from BadgeCert that are now in each CHMM, CHMP, CDGT, CDGP, AHMM, Student CHMM, CSHM, CSMP, CSSM, ASHM, and Student ASHM certificant’s MYIHMM account. Every IHMM certificant may use these badges, linked as those below are to their IHMM credential page, for their email signatures, business cards, and other social media applications. You’re justifiably proud of the accomplishment of having earned your credential, and you can show the rest of the world.
EHS / Workplace Safety Credentials
Certified Safety & Health Manager
Certified Safety Management Practitioner
Associate Safety & Health Manager
Student Associate Safety & Health Manager
Certified School Safety Manager
Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods Transportation Credentials
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional
Associate Hazardous Materials Manager
Certified Dangerous Goods Trainer
Student Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
Microcredentials – Emeritus – BadgeCert
Certified Pandemic Preparedness Specialist
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IHMM RECENT NEWS
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS/DANGEROUS GOODS
2025 Global Dangerous Goods Confidence Outlook Survey
EPA’s New Chemicals Program Could Improve Safety If Better Managed
EPA announced on September 12, 2025, that it is issuing an interim final rule for risk management for TCE
EPA Will Reconsider Final Risk Management Rule For Carbon Tetrachloride: EPA announced on September 12, 2025
The Shocking Reason Arctic Rivers Are Turning Rusty Orange
Soil Warming Experiments Challenge Assumptions About Climate Change
Trichloroethylene; Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Compliance Date Extension
EPA Releases Proposal to Increase Efficiency, Better Protect Health and the Environment in Chemical Reviews under TSCA
Trump EPA Announces Next Steps on Regulatory PFOA and PFOS Cleanup Efforts, Provides Update on Liability and Passive Receiver Issues
New Mexico Will Hold Informational Webinar on Labeling Requirements for Products Containing PFAS
Recent Federal Developments for September 2025
TSCA CBI Substantiations Will Begin to Expire in 2026
EHS/WORKPLACE SAFETY
IHMM-Friends of NIOSH Letter Makes Bloomberg
Why relationships matter more than titles or pedigree
Private construction steadies, but public abandonments jump
Webinar Replay: OSHA/MSHA Silica Standards: What’s Required in 2025 and Beyond
Jobsite risk is rising. It’s time to benchmark AI-powered worker safety tools
Fall Protection is No. 1 on OSHA’s ‘Top 10’ list for 15th year
Pennsylvania could be the next state with a worker heat rule
Train Smart, Breathe Safe: H₂S Safety Essentials
Navigating the Winds of Change in Safety
Q&A: Finding Your Focus & Priorities as a Safety Professional
How You Can Make a Difference to Prevent Suicide in Construction
The Ergonomics Job Improvement Process: Four Steps to a Better Workplace
Updated Safety Requirements for Personnel Nets in Construction & Demolition
Inside IHMM
IHMM Certificant Spotlight – David Cohen, CHMM
What or who motivated you to earn an IHMM credential?
My motivation goes back to where I started, behind the wheel of a 26-foot box truck as a Lab Pack Chemist in Washington, D.C. Every day taught me responsibility, safety, and patience. One afternoon, as I got out of the back of the truck, I met a man outside a government building who told me he had once been a Lab Pack Chemist too. He was further along in his career, in a crisp white shirt, and that moment stuck with me. It showed me there was a path forward beyond the truck cab. Years later, when I helped open a new office in Seattle, I knew I wanted to be recognized as a trusted expert who could lead with confidence. The CHMM became the symbol of that next step, growing from hands-on fieldwork to leadership in hazardous materials management.
Are there any opportunities you’re looking forward to as a result of earning an IHMM credential?
The CHMM isn’t just a credential; it feels like a launchpad. I am currently pursuing my MBA part-time at the University of Florida. Over the last decade, I’ve guided clients through DOT (49 CFR), RCRA (40 CFR), and the full maze of regulations. What excites me most is helping companies see “waste” differently. When something they once paid to dispose of suddenly becomes a resource, costs go down, opportunities open up, and they contribute to the circular economy. That shift is powerful. I also want to inspire others in this field. That’s why I co-founded the Gainesville EHS & Sustainability Meetups, a space where professionals, students, and community members come together to share ideas and best practices.
Thank you, David, and thank you for being a CHMM!
IHMM and EPA Team Up for an Unprecedented Opportunity!
IHMM is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)—bringing the EPA’s AirKnowledge courses directly to all IHMM certificants!
AirKnowledge, developed by EPA’s Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS), delivers cutting-edge training focused on the Clean Air Act and the nation’s most vital air quality programs. Now, through IHMM’s partnership, you gain access to this powerhouse of knowledge—tailored to strengthen your expertise and elevate your professional impact.
✨ Even better: Every AirKnowledge course comes pre-approved with IHMM Certification Maintenance Points (CMPs), making it easier than ever to advance your professional development while staying on track for recertification.
💡 This collaboration means more than training—it’s your chance to lead in environmental stewardship, strengthen compliance skills, and stay at the forefront of clean air initiatives nationwide.
The new programs are listed below in the IHMM Foundation section of this newsletter.
The IHMM Foundation Jobs Board
We invite our participating companies to post their available employment opportunities here. There is no charge for this service. IHMM Foundation/HMS staff reviews each proposed posting for clarity and completeness before posting to the public view and may remove a posting without notice. Go here to post your jobs available.
Connect. Collaborate. Get Hired!
Losing a job is tough—but you don’t have to navigate the next steps alone. IHMM’s COLLABORATION platform is more than just a place to network; it’s a community where environmental health, hazardous materials, and workplace safety professionals come together to connect, collaborate, and find new opportunities.
IHMM launched its “Open to Work” online COLLABORATION community exclusively for IHMM certificants looking to connect, share resumes, and discover job opportunities together in a supportive environment.
- Go to IHMM’s Collaboration platform > https://community.ihmm.org/home
- Scroll down to the OPEN FOR WORK Community
- Post your resume, preferred work location[s], and experience there
IHMM’s Unprecedented Outreach: Elevating Excellence Worldwide
2025 marks another milestone moment for IHMM! In our first 8 months, we have sent 6 million messages to thousands of private and public sector entities, amplifying awareness of IHMM, our prestigious credentials, and the dedicated professionals who hold them.
Looking back at 2024, IHMM reached an all-time high with over 3.29 million messages sent—an unprecedented level of engagement in our history, and we surpassed all of 2024 by May 2025.
This momentum is more than just numbers; it’s a testament to our unwavering mission. Every day, across 50 states and 85 countries, IHMM champions the critical role of IHMM’s credentialed professionals, setting standards of excellence in environmental, health, and safety fields. Together, we are shaping the future—one message, one connection, one breakthrough at a time!
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IHMM Salary Survey Results
IHMM is pleased to release the survey of salaries underlying the hazardous materials/dangerous goods credentials salaries by job title, as well as the survey of salaries underlying the workplace safety credentials salaries by job title. You may download these surveys as linked below.
The Dr. John H Frick Memorial IHMM Scholarship Program – Accepting Applications NOW September 15 to October 15, 2025
Scholarship Applications Accepted from September 15 to October 15, 2025
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management is pleased to have created $32,000 in academic scholarships, divided equally between $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who are also Student CHMMs, and $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who are also Student ASHMs.
IHMM seeks to foster the growth and academic success of students whose courses of education, and participation in one of our Student certifications, will lead to those students becoming fully-certified IHMM credential holders later in their professional lives.
Go to > https://hazmatsociety.org/scholarship/
Fueling Innovation Through Collaboration!
This week alone, 1,776 conversations are sparking ideas, solving problems, and connecting professionals on the IHMM/IHMM Foundation Collaboration Platform! IHMM’s certificants are in 50 states and 85 other countries – here is where we communicate with each other.
Need expert insights? Facing a tough challenge? Looking for fresh perspectives from industry leaders? This is your space to connect, share, and grow.
🔹 Tap into a powerhouse of knowledge
🔹 Engage with top professionals in your field
🔹 Turn workplace challenges into success stories—together!
At IHMM, we believe that the best solutions come from collaboration. This is where we support each other, reduce workplace stress, and create meaningful change—as a team, as a community, and as a force for excellence.
Join the conversation. Make an impact. Let’s collaborate!
You can collaborate here.
Access to COLLABORATION is through the same username/password you use to access your MYIHMM account. Are you having a problem? Contact Jimmy Nguyen at [email protected]
Sean Grady, CHMM – Environmental Transformation Podcast
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IHMM is pleased to release two YouTube instructional videos about navigating the IHMM recertification process. These step-by-step videos easily enable IHMM certificants to start and complete a recertification application.
While the full recertification cycle is 5 years, IHMM encourages all certificants to start a recertification application and add certification maintenance points as they are earned to make the final submission quick and easy to accomplish.
Full recertification information is found here >> https://ihmm.org/credentials/#recertification
Questions about your recertification may be made to either Jimmy Nguyen [email protected] of Jelian Larbi [email protected]
Upholding Integrity: The Updated IHMM Code of Ethics
At IHMM, integrity isn’t just a principle—it’s the foundation of everything we do. Our Code of Ethics is the guiding standard for all IHMM Certificants, ensuring that professionals in hazardous materials, dangerous goods, environment, health, and safety uphold the highest levels of honor, trust, and responsibility in their work.
By committing to this Code, Certificants reinforce their dedication to excellence, ethical conduct, and public safety. Violating these standards isn’t an option—those who do may face disciplinary action from a peer review panel, including credential suspension or revocation.
We’ve recently updated our Code of Ethics to reflect evolving industry standards and best practices. Stay informed, stay accountable, and continue leading with integrity.
📜 Explore the updated IHMM Code of Ethics here: IHMM Code of Ethics
🎥 Watch the latest Code of Ethics video below!
IHMM CONFERENCES For 2025
IHMM will attend the following conferences and trade shows in 2025. Please be sure to drop by the IHMM booth and say hello to the staff while you are there. We want to meet you! So far in 2025, IHMM has been with NSC, AHMP Hazmat Summit, AIHA Connect, COSTHA, and the Ohio Safety Conference. Below is what we have coming up!
Are there conferences you believe IHMM should attend in 2025 that are not named here? If so, let us know by sending an email to [email protected]
IHMM Mentors Support
Welcome to the Future of Professional Growth with IHMM’s Mentoring Program!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Dive into a world of opportunity and advancement with IHMM’s dynamic mentoring program! Our experienced mentors are here to share their expertise, offer personalized guidance, and help you navigate both credential exams and everyday work challenges.
✨ Unlock Your Potential: Learn from industry leaders and accelerate your professional journey. ✨ Tailored Support: Receive personalized advice and strategies to overcome your unique challenges. ✨ Build Connections: Join a vibrant community of professionals eager to support and inspire each other.
Whether you’re a newcomer in the field or seeking to hone your skills, IHMM’s mentoring program is your gateway to growth and success. Stay tuned for inspiring stories, valuable tips, and exclusive insights from our mentors!
Embark on a journey of discovery and achievement with us. Welcome aboard!
IHMM’s Collaboration platform contains a “Mentor Match” module [see below at right] that allows mentors to signup designating the hours, number of mentees, subject areas, and length of time they wish to mentor – as well as enabling mentees signup requesting assistance in specified areas. The mentor match module does the rest by matching mentors and mentees.
IHMM Government Affairs
Beltway Buzz – Ogletree Deakins
The Latest on Government Funding. Republicans and Democrats this week rolled out two competing proposals to extend government funding beyond the current September 30, 2025, deadline. As the majority in the U.S. Congress, Republicans obviously favor their proposal and passed it in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 217–212 earlier today. The bill would extend current funding (which itself has been extended since the Biden administration) through November 21, 2025 (the final day that lawmakers are scheduled to be in Washington, D.C., before heading home for the Thanksgiving break). Congress is not scheduled to be in Washington, D.C., for the week beginning September 22, 2025, when all eyes will be on the U.S. Senate, which must do its part to avoid a shutdown. More on the potential impacts of a shutdown can be found here and here.
NLRB Challenges NY Labor Statute. After warning state governments that legislation granting local agencies control over certain private-sector labor matters is preempted by federal law, National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Acting General Counsel William B. Cowen has sued the State of New York over the recent enactment of S.8034A. The new law, which was enacted on September 5, 2025, authorizes the New York Public Employment Relations Board to preside over private-sector union representation elections and unfair labor practice cases. The NLRB’s legal challenge argues that the New York law is unlawful because it “creates a parallel regulatory system that undermines the federal labor policy Congress designed to be national in scope.” The New York law—as well as similar efforts in California and Massachusetts—is a response to what local lawmakers view as unacceptable inactivity at the NLRB, due to its lack of quorum. Thomas M. Stanek and Zachary V. Zagger have the details.
House Labor Committee Advances Workplace Bills. This week, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on Education and the Workforce advanced the following bills:
- The Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2025 (H.R. 1723). The bill amends the National Labor Relations Act to exempt Indian tribes and “any enterprise or institution owned and operated by an Indian tribe and located on its Indian lands” from the Act’s scope of coverage. A version of the bill passed the House in 2018.
- The Balance the Scales Act (H.R. 2958). This bill, which was the subject of a congressional hearing in July 2025, would limit the use of “common interest agreements” by the EBSA.
- The Michael Enzi Voluntary Protection Program Act (H.R. 2844) would require the DOL to establish a voluntary protection program (VPP) allowing employers to voluntarily commit to “establish[ing] comprehensive safety and health management systems” and would require the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to set aside at least 5 percent of its budget allocation to implement the program.
Regulatory Updates
Dept of Labor – OSHA – July 1 FR – IHMM Collects Comments
On July 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA] published 4 rulemakings for public comment. IHMM is requesting certificant input into whether we should submit comments on one or more of these proposal rulemakings and what we should submit. Each proposed rulemaking is briefly described below. The newly extended deadline is November 1, 2025.
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USDOL – OSHA – Amending the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators
Deadline: November 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor/ posted a notice on July 1, 2025, concerning amendments to the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators. The Federal Register notice for which is here.
USDOL – OSHA – Interpretation of the General Duty Clause: Limitation for Inherently Risky Professional Activities
Deadline: November 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor/ posted a notice on July 1, 2025, concerning Interpretation of the General Duty Clause: Limitation for Inherently Risky Professional Activities the Federal Register notice for which is here.
USDOL – OSHA – Rescission of Coordinated Enforcement Regulations
Deadline: November 1, 2025
The Department of Labor (the Department or DOL) proposes to remove the regulations that set forth the procedures within the Department for the coordination of enforcement activities by the Wage and Hour Division (WHD), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) relating to migrant farmworkers. The Department is proposing this removal because these regulations limit the Department’s discretion, impose unnecessary and duplicative internal procedures, and prevent the Department’s agencies from coordinating with regard to migrant farmworkers in more efficient, effective ways. The Federal Register notice is here.
USDOL – OSHA – Construction Illumination Standards
Deadline: November 1, 2025
OSHA is seeking comment on fully rescinding the construction illumination rules found in 29 CFR 1926.26 and 1926.56, citing that current lighting standards are “not reasonably necessary” to reduce significant risk. The Federal Register notice is here.
PHMSA Announces Public Meetings For International Standards On The Transport Of Dangerous Goods
PHMSA Pre-ICAO Meeting. Public Meeting in preparation for the 30th Meeting of the ICAO Dangerous Goods Panel.
September 30, 2025
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
This meeting will be held virtually via MS Teams
Click here to join meeting
Dial in by phone: +509-931-1572
Phone conference ID: 819 739 391#
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced on March 12, 2025, that its Office of Hazardous Materials Safety (OHMS) will host four public meetings during 2025 in advance of certain international meetings. The third meeting will be held in preparation of the 30th session of the ICAO DGP (DGP/30) scheduled for October 6 – 10, 2025, in Montreal, Canada. The fourth meeting will be held in preparation of the 67th session of the UNSCOE TDG scheduled for November 24 – December 3, 2025, in Geneva, Switzerland. PHMSA will solicit public input on current proposals for each of these meetings. PHMSA states that each public meeting will take place approximately two weeks preceding the international meeting at the headquarters for the Department of Transportation in Washington, D.C.
Important Stories for IHMM Certificants
AIHA Releases Second Edition of Healthier Workplaces and Schools eBook
AIHA has released the updated and streamlined version of its Healthier Workplaces and Schools eBook. This free download is designed to help workplace decision-makers properly assess their specific risks and includes a practical approach to help mitigate the risk of spreading airborne infectious diseases in workplace settings, a risk assessment quiz to determine an organization’s risk of airborne virus transmission among workers, and specific actions to help manage these risks.
We encourage you to download, utilize, and share as the cold/flu/airborne illness season begins.
A copy of the press release can be found here.
Federal Government Shutdown Looms – September 22 Update
On September 19th, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed a short-term continuing resolution (CR) 217-212 to fund the government through November 21, keeping spending at current levels.
The bill then moved to the Senate, where on September 21st it failed by a 44-48 vote—falling short of the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster. Only one Democrat, Senator John Fetterman, joined Republicans in supporting it; two Republicans—Lisa Murkowski and Rand Paul—voted against.
Democrats in the Senate also offered a competing CR that included extensions for health care subsidies and Medicaid protections, but it too failed in party-line fashion.
Prospects going forward: With the Senate rejecting both the House CR and the Democratic alternative, the risk of a government shutdown increases as the current funding expires on September 30. Negotiations are expected to continue, and there may be another vote right before the deadline in hopes of getting enough Democratic votes or concessions to break the impasse.
US EPA Use of 5-Copy Manifests After January 22, 2025
EPA is announcing updated guidance regarding the use of old 5-copy paper manifest forms following the third rule’s effective date of January 22, 2025. EPA will accept 5-copy paper manifest forms until further notice. EPA will provide a 90-day advance notice of when they intend to cease acceptance of the 5-copy forms. Please find the updated guidance on their e-Manifest website.
EU May Miss UN Deadline on Emissions-Cutting Targets
The European Union is currently facing internal divisions that are delaying its submission of updated climate targets for 2035 and 2040 to the UN. Some member states, especially in Eastern Europe, are hesitant to commit to more aggressive emissions cuts due to concerns about economic and industrial impacts. This delay could weaken the EU’s standing ahead of upcoming climate talks (COP30).
COP30 reconvenes in Belém from Nov 10-21, 2025.
Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence
Podcast Series
Curious about how schools can prevent firearm-related injuries and strengthen safety efforts? Our Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence podcast series brings together experts to discuss topics like youth suicide prevention, anonymous reporting systems, community engagement, and extreme risk protection orders. Across five episodes, you’ll gain practical insights and evidence-based perspectives for educators, caregivers, and anyone invested in school safety. Explore the full series today. Learn More
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Upcoming:
Perspectives on Youth Violence Prevention
Releasing 10/8, this Spotlight video features NCSS school safety experts discussing how schools can meaningfully engage students in violence prevention. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for empowering youth, strengthening school climate, building trust, and supporting lasting positive change.
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Additional School Safety Resources
- 9/25 – Human Trafficking Awareness 101: School Resource Officers (SROs)
Hosted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 10/15 – Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities
Hosted by the Department of Homeland Security - 10/16 – Enhancing K-12 Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Practices
Hosted by CISA - 11/19 – Enhancing School Safety Using Behavioral Threat Assessment
Hosted by the Department of Homeland Security
Celebrating DG Industry Recognition
We are thrilled to congratulate COSTHA’s Administrator, Tom Ferguson, PG, CHMM, DGSA, for being inducted into the 2025 Dangerous Goods Symposium Hall of Fame at the Labelmaster Symposium earlier this month. The DG Symposium Hall of Fame honors industry leaders who have made a lasting impact on the Dangerous Goods community – advancing awareness, education, and positive change. Learn more about the Labelmaster DG Symposium Hall of Fame and inductees here. The photo to the left includes Tom with the other Hall of Fame inductees this year.
Congratulations Tom!
Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence
Podcast Series
Curious about how schools can prevent firearm-related injuries and strengthen safety efforts? Our Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence podcast series brings together experts to discuss topics like youth suicide prevention, anonymous reporting systems, community engagement, and extreme risk protection orders. Across five episodes, you’ll gain practical insights and evidence-based perspectives for educators, caregivers, and anyone invested in school safety. Explore the full series today. Learn More
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Upcoming:
Perspectives on Youth Violence Prevention
Releasing 10/8, this Spotlight video features NCSS school safety experts discussing how schools can meaningfully engage students in violence prevention. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for empowering youth, strengthening school climate, building trust, and supporting lasting positive change.
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Additional School Safety Resources
- 9/25 – Human Trafficking Awareness 101: School Resource Officers (SROs)
Hosted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 10/15 – Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities
Hosted by the Department of Homeland Security - 10/16 – Enhancing K-12 Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Practices
Hosted by CISA - 11/19 – Enhancing School Safety Using Behavioral Threat Assessment
Hosted by the Department of Homeland Security
Recent News from the European Chemicals Agency
- ECHA CHEM now includes regulatory data on chemicals
- ECHA to consult on PFAS draft opinion in spring 2026
- Updated test guideline on extended one-generation reproductive toxicity study
- New intentions and proposal to harmonise classification and labelling
- Highlights from September BPC meeting
- Call for evidence on substances in packaging and packaging waste
- Assessment of regulatory needs reports published
- Commission’s decisions on REACH applications for authorisation
- Commission’s decisions on biocides Union authorisations
- Standing Committee on Biocidal Products meets next week
News from IHMM Affiliates
Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals
IHMM is affiliated with AHMP and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.
AHMP News
- 2025 Board Nominations have re-opened until September 30th. While we received some wonderful nominations, a few candidates have not yet responded to confirm their interest. To ensure we have a strong pool of engaged candidates, we’re inviting additional nominations. If you or someone you know would be a great fit to serve, now is the time to submit a nomination. Nominations will remain open until September 30, 2025.
- Join AHMP for our October Webinar: Young EHS Professionals on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 3:00–4:00 PM Eastern. The session will explore the challenges and solutions surrounding the environmental workforce—where employers struggle to find talent and young professionals struggle to find opportunities, compounded by the impact of the pandemic on education. Speaker Eric Emmett, P.E., Senior Director and Engineer at Environmental Operations, Inc., will share insights on recruiting, mentoring, and retaining young professionals, as well as the qualities employers seek. Learn More
American Industrial Hygiene Association
IHMM is affiliated with AIHA and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.
The Synergist
Building a Better System for Future OEHS Professionals
By Amber Hogam Mitchell
When I took on the role of executive director at the Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics (AOEC), I had big dreams. Founded in 1987, AOEC has a tremendous legacy of providing care to people with work-related injuries and illnesses. I was excited to be working with longtime friends, colleagues, mentors, and heroes. And then, on April 1, everything seemed to change.
National Safety Council
IHMM is a member of the National Safety Council and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.
NSC News
- Water, rest and shade are good for kidney health too, worker study shows
- Lawmakers warn of ‘disregard’ for energy workers’ safety and health
- Beware of imitators: NIOSH cautions about ‘misrepresented’ respirators
- Heavy rainfall can put impoundments at risk, MSHA warns
- Data analytics solution crowned winner of NSC’s Safety Innovation Challenge
- Closing Keynote speaker calls on safety pros to channel ‘creative persistence’
NSC Webinars
- Sept 25 – Top 10 National Electrical Code Revisions Impacting Electrical Safety
- Oct 2 – Simplifying OSHA Rooftop Fall Protection Requirements
- Oct 9 – Arc Flash Safety: Breaking Down 2025’s Breaking News
- Oct 16 – Benchmarking Safety Culture: The Communication Edge of Leading Companies in 2025
- Oct 23 – Preventing SIFs: How Technology is Reshaping Workplace Safety
- Oct 30 – Building Your Safety Champion Network: From the Front Line to the C-Suite
American Society of Safety Professionals
IHMM is a member of the American Society of Safety Professionals and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.
ASSP News
- Navigating the Winds of Change in Safety: An Update from ISO/TC 283 — Global Committee Working on the ISO 45001 Revision
- Senate Panel Backs OSHA, MSHA and NIOSH Funding: What It Means for Safety
- Embracing the Opportunity to Learn
- ISO 45010: Turning Menstrual and Menopausal Health into a Safety Priority
- The Heat of the Moment: Recent Litigation Regarding Heat Stress Injuries
- ASSP and SAIA Form Alliance to Advance Worker Safety
ASSP Webinars
IHMM Foundation
IHMM and The IHMM Foundation
Check it out! The graphic to the left brings to life the powerful partnership between IHMM and the IHMM Foundation — a collaboration built to support YOU and every IHMM credential holder!
IHMM created the IHMM Foundation with one goal in mind: to empower and elevate its certificants. While IHMM delivers a wide range of prestigious professional credentials, the IHMM Foundation steps in with game-changing professional development programs designed to support both current certificants and those on the path to certification.
Together, they’re building a stronger, smarter, and more connected community of professionals. 🚀 Ready to take your career to the next level? This is where it all begins!
Friends of the Institute
This dynamic new initiative is more than just a name — it’s a powerful movement of passionate supporters coming together to champion the mission of the IHMM Foundation. As a Friend of the Institute, you’ll play a vital role in advancing cutting-edge professional development programs, unlocking life-changing scholarships, building meaningful networks, driving impactful research, and fueling exciting affinity opportunities.
This is your chance to be part of something bigger.
Get involved right here, make a difference, and help shape the future of our profession!
EPA/AirKnowledge, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Offers Courses for 2025!
Through an unprecedented collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the IHMM Foundation is pleased to bring our certificants these AirKnowledge courses with IHMM Certification Maintenance Points [CMPs] already attached.
Lion Technology, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Adds Courses for IHMM Certificants for 2025
Lion Technology, an IHMM Foundation training partner, has had 2 courses approved in advance for earning IHMM recertification certification maintenance points. We are pleased to promote these programs. Thank you, Lion Technology, and thank you to the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee.
Thank you, Lion Technology, for contributing programs that enable IHMM certificants to engage in professional development and earn important CMPs! All Lion Technology programs are available online and on demand.
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| Daily | Online | |
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Bowen EHS, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Adds Courses for IHMM Certificants for 2025
Bowen EHS, an IHMM Foundation training partner, has had 5 courses approved in advance for earning IHMM recertification certification maintenance points. We are pleased to promote these programs. Thank you, Bowen EHS, and thank you to the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee.
Thank you, Bowen EHS, for contributing programs that enable IHMM certificants to engage in professional development and earn important CMPs! All five Bowen EHS programs are available online and on demand.
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| Daily | CHMM Online Review | Online |
| Daily | Emergency Management Self-Paced PDC | Online |
| Daily | The Bowen EHS® Continuing Ed Package | Online |
| Daily | The CHMM Practice Tool | Online |
| Daily | The Companion Toolkit | Online |
CHEMTREC, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Adds Courses for 2025
CHEMTREC, an IHMM Foundation training partner, has had 7 courses approved in advance for earning IHMM recertification certification maintenance points. We are pleased to promote these programs as reviewed and approved by the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee. Thank you CHEMTREC, and thanks the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee.
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| Daily | Dangerous Goods Training for Air Transportation | Online |
| Daily | Ground Transportation 49 CFR Training for Carriers | Online |
| Daily | Ground Transportation 49 CFR Training for Shippers | Online |
| Daily | OSHA Hazard Communications Standard | Online |
| Daily | Shipping Lithium Batteries and Cells Training | Online |
| Daily | Hazmat General, Safety and Security Awareness Online Training Course | Online |
| Daily | Online |
DGI Training Center, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Adds Courses for 2025
DGI Training Center, an IHMM Foundation training partner, has added courses approved in advance for earning IHMM recertification certification maintenance points. We are pleased to promote these programs as reviewed and approved by the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee. Thank you, DGI Training Center, and thank you to the IHMM Foundation’s Professional Development Committee.
| Date | Course | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Online | |
| Daily | Online |
Laboratory Training Institute, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Courses for 2025
IHMM is pleased to announce that the Laboratory Training Institute [LSI] has become an IHMM Foundation Training Partner. LSI brings its expertise in lab safety training and OSHA-related training programs to the professional development programs of the IHMM Foundation/HMS. These courses are all pre-approved for IHMM Certification Maintenance Points [CMPs].
| Date | Course | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | How to Be a More Effective Chemical Hygiene Officer (8-Hour Online Video Course) | Online |
| Oct 28 | How to Be a More Effective Chemical Hygiene Officer (9 to 5 Eastern) (ZOOM) | Live-Online |
| Nov 25 | How to Be a More Effective Chemical Hygiene Officer (9 to 5 Eastern) (ZOOM) | Live-Online |
| Dec 18 | How to Be a More Effective Chemical Hygiene Officer (9 to 5 Eastern) (ZOOM) | Live-Online |
Oklahoma State University, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Courses for 2025
IHMM is pleased to announce that Oklahoma State University’s College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology [CEAT], has become an IHMM Foundation Training Partner. OSU brings its Environmental Management Certificate Program to us, which runs April 7-11, 2025.
| Date | Course | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 17-21, 2025 | OSU CEAT – Environmental Management Certificate | OSU-Tulsa, OK |
| March 26, 2026 | OSC CEAT – Hazardous Waste Generator Certificate Course – Virtual | Online |
| August 20, 2026 | OSU CEAT – Hazardous Waste Generator Certificate Course – Virtual | Online |
University of Cincinnati, OSHA Training Institute, IHMM Foundation Training Partner Offers Courses for 2025
AIHA, IHMM Foundation Training Partner, Adds Courses for IHMM Certificants
American Industrial Hygiene Association [AIHA] an HMS training partner, has added its first of many courses approved in advance for earning IHMM recertification certification maintenance points. We are pleased to promote these programs in support of IHMM certificants holding the CHMM, CHMP, CSHM, and CSMP credentials. Thank you, AIHA.
As a member of the Intersociety Forum, IHMM certificants can now enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on ACGIH’s Fundamentals of Industrial Ventilation course! Use discount code ISF10 at checkout to claim your savings. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise at a reduced rate—click here for course details and registration!
Easily Find Courses to Help You Pass IHMM Credential Exams
A core mission of IHMM Foundation is Professional Development. Part of that mission includes assembling the best and most effective courses to assist IHMM applicants in passing their IHMM credential exams.
CDGP® Prep Course
CE-1112: CDGP® Exam Prep – Columbia Southern University – Available On Demand
CHMM® Prep Courses
- Daily – CHMM® Online Review – Bowen
- Daily – CHMM® Prep Course – Institute of Safety & Systems Management
- September 17 – November 19, 2025 – The Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) 10-Week Course – Virtual Night School – Every Wednesday from 6.00 pm to 9. 30 pm.
CSHM™ Prep Courses
CSMP™ Prep Courses
Elevate Your Career with IHMM Foundation: Your Gateway to Easy CMP Acquisition!
Are you one of the 1,600 IHMM certificants poised to recertify this year? Show your ongoing dedication to professional growth and excellence with our streamlined process for earning Certification Maintenance Points (CMPs).
Navigating your recertification requirements has never been easier. Begin by exploring the detailed guidelines in our Recertification Claims Manual – Appendix A, available at IHMM Recertification Claims. This resource is your roadmap to understanding all the potential avenues for accruing your CMPs.
But once you’re familiar with the manual, what’s next? How do you find the right courses that fit your needs and schedule?
That’s where the IHMM Foundation simplifies your journey. We’ve created a user-friendly platform designed to connect you directly with relevant, impactful educational opportunities. Just visit
- Go to https://hazmatsociety.org/professional-development/
- Scroll down until you see a row of buttons…click on the CMPs button
The system will then generate all of the courses on the IHMM Foundation Professional Development platform with IHMM CMPs already attached.
IHMM Foundation Certified Dangerous Goods Professional [CDGP] Exam Prep
The Columbia Southern University/HMS CDGP prep course is found here on the IHMM Foundation website > https://hazmatsociety.org/training/ce-1112-cdgp-exam-prep/2022-02-02/
The CSU CDGP exam prep course is delivered entirely online and may be initiated by any CDGP applicant at any time. The CDGP applicant has up to 10 weeks to complete the prep course, though an extension of the 10 weeks may be requested from CSU directly. The CSU CDGP exam prep course contains 8 modules covering the 4 principle texts involved in the CDGP exam, as follows:
- UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, and
- International Civil Aviation Organization’s Technical Instructions (ICAO TI), and
- International Air Transport Association’s Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA DGR), and the
- International Maritime Organization’s Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code).
More information on the IHMM Certified Dangerous Goods Professional [CDGP] credential may be found here > https://ihmm.org/cdgp/
Transform Lives with Your Support for the IHMM Foundation!
Join us in a thrilling journey to empower passionate individuals through the Dr. John H. Frick Memorial Scholarship Program, one of the IHMM Foundation’s flagship initiatives. This program is a beacon of hope for aspiring professionals who dream of advancing in their careers but face financial barriers.
The IHMM Foundation is dedicated to removing these obstacles, making it easier for these determined minds to gain certifications, engage in professional development, attend impactful conferences, and receive top-tier training. While we do not seek donations from the general public, we call upon our certified professionals, their companies, and our network of educational and training partners to play a pivotal role.
Your contribution can ignite a chain reaction of opportunity and success. By donating, you help those with the greatest need but the least resources to join and thrive within our professional community.
The chance to make a profound impact is here and now—don’t let it slip away! Consider a tax-deductible donation of $250, $500, or whatever you can afford. Every contribution brings us closer to a world where everyone has the opportunity to excel and contribute to our collective future.
Act now. Your support can change lives.
Member Benefits of the IHMM Foundation
Did You Know?
Your company can become a Friend of the Institute. The donation is 100% tax-deductible, and your participation directly supports scholarship and professional development opportunities for professionals working in hazmat and EHS. Joining as a Friend of the Institute expresses your commitment and your company’s leadership in giving back to our professional community. Join today to claim your tax deduction while expressing your company’s professional affiliation and accessing tools for your marketing and business development plans.
As an IHMM certificant, you pay no dues to take advantage of IHMM’s Foundation at HMS. We do appreciate IHMM’s certificants encouraging their companies to contribute.
To learn more about what HMS is doing now and what they are planning for the future, please see the new Member Benefits page here.
The IHMM Foundation is a partner of Columbia Southern University
Columbia Southern University is an online university based in Orange Beach, Alabama, that strives to change and improve lives through higher education by enabling students to maximize their professional and personal potential.
A subsidiary of Columbia Southern Education Group, CSU offers online degree programs at the associate, bachelor, master, doctorate, or certificate levels in a multitude of areas such as occupational safety and health, fire administration, criminal justice, business administration, human resource management, health care administration, and more. CSU also features undergraduate and graduate certificate programs to provide focused training in specialized areas for adult learners.
Benefits of a CSU Learning Partnership:
- 10% Tuition Discount
- Exclusive Scholarships
- Waived Application and Evaluation Fees
- Access the Career Services Department
For further assistance or additional information, contact Ernie Smith, [email protected]u, or call 251-923-4055
IHMM Foundation Professional Development
IHMM has a companion organization for presenting and delivering professional development programs. The IHMM Foundation is IHMM’s Professional Association, and the IHMM Foundation’s professional development website can be found here. These events are produced independently of IHMM, and their providers have no access to IHMM certification examinations or program information other than what is publicly available.
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