BLOG — segregation

When most people think about dangerous goods segregation, they picture shelves and storage bays — acids stored away from oxidisers, flammables kept well clear of reactive substances. But here’s the thing: segregation requirements don’t stop once your goods leave the warehouse. In fact, the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 2005 and NZS 5433 both place clear responsibilities on consignors and transport operators to ensure that incompatible substances aren’t loaded together in a way that could cause harm. Unfortunately, we’re seeing more cases of non-compliance at the transport stage, and it’s costing New Zealand businesses in delays, damaged freight, and serious...