Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant
This grant funds nonprofits to provide essential training programs for hazardous materials employees, ensuring safety and compliance with federal regulations.
Funder: Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Due Dates: June 26, 2026 (Questions) | June 30, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $250,000–$1,000,000 per award; total program funding $3,000,000; 12–24 months per award
Summary: Supports nonprofit organizations in training instructors (train-the-trainer) to provide hazardous materials safety training for HAZMAT employees.
Description
This grant opportunity, administered by the Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), funds nonprofit organizations to develop and deliver instructor training programs for hazardous materials (HAZMAT) employees. The program aims to ensure that HAZMAT employees receive high-quality, initial and continuing safety training aligned with federal regulations, reducing the risk of incidents during hazardous materials transportation. The core focus is on "train-the-trainer" models, equipping instructors to deliver effective HAZMAT safety education to a broad workforce.
