Dispatcher and driver disagree on hazmat placarding requirements for mixed non-bulk shipments, specifically whether class 9 lithium-ion batteries count toward the 1001-pound threshold for other materials.

No authoritative, easy-to-reference tool exists to resolve regulatory disputes between drivers and dispatchers, leading to reliance on hearsay and potential safety violations.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 5, 2026

Workarounds Described

dispatcher relies on '20 years of experience' without consulting regulations
driver looks up info on the Internet but lacks authoritative source to prove point

Implied Software Gaps

A mobile app that provides authoritative, up-to-date regulatory guidance for hazmat placarding disputes, eliminating reliance on experience or informal research

App Concept

HazmatReg Check

A mobile app that instantly resolves hazmat placarding disputes by consolidating 49 CFR regulations, offering a quick quiz-style input for shipment details, and outputting the correct placard requirements with regulatory references. It eliminates reliance on conflicting opinions and reduces risk of fines or safety incidents.

Key Features

Shipment input: material types, quantities, packaging type, and bulk/non-bulk
Instant placard calculation based on Table 1 and Table 2 rules
Regulatory citation display for each determination
Dispute resolution mode: shareable report to reconcile driver and dispatcher

Target Users: Drivers and dispatchers in trucking and logistics companies of any size, especially those handling hazmat shipments

Revenue Model: $9.99/mo per user or $49.99/mo for a company account with multiple users

Existing Solutions Mentioned

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