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What is a Packing Group in Dangerous Goods?
When transporting hazardous materials, safety is a top priority. Dangerous goods (DG) are substances that can pose significant risks to people, property, and the environment. These materials can be explosive, toxic, flammable, corrosive, or radioactive. To ensure these substances are handled and transported safely, international regulations classify dangerous goods into different categories. One of the key ways dangerous goods are categorised is through Packing Groups (PG), which help define the level of risk a substance presents during transportation. In this blog post, we’ll explain what packing groups are, how they’re determined, and why they’re so important for safely transporting hazardous...
Lithium Battery Guidance Document
IATA has released an updated guidance document to help shippers better understand the requirements for transporting lithium batteries.
This free resource includes packing instructions and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), offering a concise overview based on the 65th (2024) Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR).
Link: Lithium Battery Guidance Document 2024
What are Dangerous Goods?
The safe transportation and handling of hazardous materials are critical to protecting public health, safety, the environment, and property. Whether you're involved in logistics, shipping, manufacturing, or any other industry dealing with chemicals or other hazardous substances, understanding the classification of dangerous goods is essential. In this blog post, we'll explore how dangerous goods are classified, the regulations governing their transport both in New Zealand and internationally, and why getting it right is key to maintaining safety and compliance. What Are Dangerous Goods? Dangerous goods (also referred to as hazardous materials) are substances that pose a risk to health, safety,...
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