Sites of Interest Regulations and Standards American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Creates voluntary consensus standards for packagings and other items. See ANSI MH-2; "Steel Drums and Pails." American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Find information about technical standards on testing, materials and more. See Committee D-10 on Packaging. California Integrated Waste Management Board Information about California packaging waste and recycling laws and regulations. Code of Federal Regulations Search Find and obtain copies of existing federal regulations, including 49 CFR (transportation). DOT HazMat Homepage Go straight to DOT’s Hazmat web page and find information on new U.S. and international regulatory proposals, and enforcement activities (Includes List of Packaging Providers' "M" Numbers). For a full list of "M" numbers, click the yellow placard that says "Available Forms and Documents" and scroll down to "Manufacturers Symbols". A great site. Department of Commerce Interesting site with information about trade and commercial issues. EPA Office of Compliance Get information about EPA rules, enforcement actions, and more. ISO - International Standards Organization Information about international standards-setting activities. OSHA This site provides information about workplace safety issues. Access to copies of rules, regulations, guidance, etc. OSHA List of Company Inspections This site shows who has been inspected, as well as the status and outcome of the inspection. Thomas One of the best sites on the Web for legislative information. Updated daily, the site provides copies of all federal legislation, committee reports, etc. Try this site if you are a government junkie. UN Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Site for the leading international body for setting standards in the transport of dangerous goods. UNEP (United Nations Environment Program) Interesting site with information about international environmental issues, projects, and programs. Packaging Organizations and Businesses Institute of Packaging Professionals News and information about packaging industry; IOPP publications ordering; more. National Wooden Pallet and Container Association Lists pallet manufacturers and recyclers. National Recycling Coalition Information about transport packaging, waste reduction and recycling. Petroleum Packaging Council (PPC) News and information from key organization representing petroleum packagers. PIRA International Information about UK packaging and testing issues. Steel Shipping Container Institute (SSCI) News and information on SSCI as well as its “parent” organization IPANA, and “sibling” associations PDI, RIBCA and IFDI. Organizations and Associations - General Adhesive and Sealants Council Information about the adhesive and sealants industry; useful links. Dangerous Goods Advisory Council DGAC is a leading international group specializing in hazardous materials transportation issues. American Chemistry Council (formerly CMA) – Information about programs and activities affecting the chemical industry, including Responsible Care. CEFIC - European Chemical Industries Association An outstanding site that provides comprehensive information about European legislative, regulatory, and standards issues affecting the environment and the chemical industry. Council on Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles, Inc. – COSTHA One of the largest trade associations devoted to promoting regulatory compliance and safety in the hazardous materials transportation industry through dangerous goods courses, Hazmat consultation and more. Business Information and Assistance http://www.mapquest.com Travel information and maps - from anywhere to anywhere. http://www.ibm.com Access to all IBM products, but also includes lots of good information for the small businessman in the "Ask Our Experts" section. http://www.genaweb.com Web sites and content management software. They did our new site! If you would like to be linked to the RIPA site, please e-mail prankin@ripus.com