Guide to Dangerous Goods Handling While Shipping

Are you worried about shipping dangerous goods? The very first step you must take is to stop worrying and need to understand that different types of cargo require different modes of transport. Let us make it easy for you by segregating the hazardous and nonhazardous cargo's for you.

Dangerous goods are the material which if not properly handled or controlled, can cause a major hazard to everyone. Dangerous goods can be solids, liquids or gases. You can classify them based on their nature, such as inflammable, poisonous, explosive, radioactive, corrosive etc. 

Here are some tips for you about handling the dangerous goods while shipping them – 

1.     Recognize the Danger of Your Cargo – It is crucial for you to know the nature of goods which have to be shipped. The goods which seem to be nonhazardous can be hazardous materials when it comes to shipping such as tennis balls, nail polish, paints and perfumes. For transporting these goods, the hazardous transport regulation is applicable. The dangerous effects can include the irritation of the skin. The emission of toxic fumes also may cause the explosions after being exposed to heat. So, it is mandatory to know the nature of your good.

2.     Follow the Regulations – The transportation of cargo and goods is a highly regulated process as human lives and property are involved. Each mode of transport has its own set of regulations which varies from country to country. The regulations are for confirming the safety of goods as well as the living beings. They are implemented in packaging, labeling, placarding, storage, handling and emergency response. All in all, to ensure the safety one must follow the regulatory rules.

3.     Following Proper Packaging Procedure – You must pack your cargo adequately with appropriate packing material to avoid cargo damage. Also, ensure the proper cushioning of the cargo so that it does not move inside the container and cause any leakage or damage.

4.     Hire Trained People for Transportation – Most important factor that can affect the shipping of hazardous material is the awareness of people involved in the chain of shipment. Everyone in the chain including the cargo packers, handlers, equipment operators, truckers, documentary staff etc. They all should be well trained in all aspects.

Also, one should be careful while documentation of the hazardous material while shipment. You can also opt for best company who provide the dangerous goods handling in Dubai as this will ensure that your goods are in safe hands and the will be shipped without damage.