Small Business Toolbox

A library of business management info


Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation serves the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system.
  • Federal Railroad Administration
    09/01/2004
    The purpose of the Federal Railroad Administration is to develop and enforce rail safety regulations. While the FRA regulates everything from the trains themselves to the tracks, it is also in charge of making sure freight is in compliance with its hazardous-materials regulations.
  • Office of Hazardous Materials Safety
    09/01/2004
    The mission of the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety is to promulgate a national safety program that will minimize the risks to life and property inherent in commercial transportation of hazardous materials.
  • Maritime Administration
    09/01/2004
    The Maritime Administration is charged with making sure transportation and commerce on the nation’s waterways are safe and environmentally sound.
  • Transportation Department Information
    08/31/2004
    Contact information for the Department of Transportation and links to several agencies that deal with small-business owners and their needs within the Department of Transportation.
  • Federal Aviation Administration
    08/31/2004
    The Federal Aviation Administration is responsible for regulating the safety of aircrafts, air traffic and the efficient use of air space.
  • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
    08/31/2004
    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration develops and enforces regulations on motor-carrier safety regulations and hazardous-material regulations. The agency runs many assistance programs to ensure that motor carriers are in compliance with FMCSA regulations.