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contained in the International
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identification. documentation. www. road and rail as well as sea. a specialist United Nations (UN) agency responsible for developing and maintaining regulatory frameworks for sea transport. packing. known as the ‘Model Regulations’ because the document provides a framework of rules for the safe transport of dangerous goods by all modes – air. These are published in the UN ‘Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods’.existec.com © Exis Technologies 2014 The UN Model Regulations provide a uniform set of safety procedures covering consignment and transport issues such as classification. marking and labelling. The Code’s provisions are based on recommendations developed by the UN. security and training. .What is the IMDG Code? The International Maritime Organization (IMO) The IMDG Code is produced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
toxicity (poisonous) and corrosivity being the most common. handling and transport decisions. Many dangerous goods are essential in the manufacture of other products such as cars. They can exist in three physical states – as a solid.com © Exis Technologies 2014 . The physical state and properties affect packing. property and/or the environment. liquid or gas – and can present a range of dangers in a transport environment – flammability. electronics and pharmaceuticals on which progress and world trade depend.What are dangerous goods? What are dangerous goods and why are they useful? Dangerous goods are substances or articles which can pose a threat to people. www.existec. plastics.
. whether it can be loaded in the same freight container as other dangerous goods. For example.g. www. These are as follows: Class 1 .Different types of dangerous goods Different types of dangerous goods For transport purposes.Corrosive substances Class 9 .1.Flammable liquids Class 4 . where it needs to be stored within the port or stowed on board the ship. according to the main danger they present. toxic substances are allocated to Class 6.Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides Class 6 .com © Exis Technologies 2014 The danger(s) presented by a particular substance or article determine the safe transport procedures for it e.Flammable solids and other flammable substances Class 5 . dangerous goods are allocated to one of nine ‘classes’. the way it needs to be packed.2.Toxic and infectious substances Class 7 .Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles Many of these classes are sub-divided. infectious substances are allocated to class 6.Radioactive material Class 8 .Gases Class 3 . Substances or articles are classified as ‘dangerous goods’ for sea shipment if they meet the criteria prescribed in the IMDG Code for any of these classes.existec.Explosives Class 2 .
com © Exis Technologies 2014 .Identifying Dangerous Goods Identifying dangerous goods Each class has a unique diamond label used to identify danger in transport. www.existec.
hazcheck.com © Exis Technologies 2014 You can try Hazcheck Online for free at www. the UN Number for it is UN 1223 – see the example below taken from Hazcheck Online. and appropriate actions in an emergency. ‘Kerosene’ is a recognised PSN.com .existec. stowage..Identifying Dangerous Goods Identifying dangerous goods All dangerous goods are uniquely identified for transport using a number and name allocated by the United Nations (UN Number and ‘Proper Shipping Name’ or PSN). The UN number and PSN facilitate rapid and precise identification during transport to ensure correct handling. For example. segregation etc. Kerosene is classified as a flammable liquid (class 3). www.
com continued © Exis Technologies 2014 .existec.Application of the IMDG Code Application of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code’s requirements apply to all ships which are subject to the following two conventions: International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea. 1974 (SOLAS 1974) – this covers the safety implications of dangerous goods onboard ships. and International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) – which covers the pollution aspects for ships carrying dangerous goods www.
continued © Exis Technologies 2014 .com While some SOLAS Member Governments incorporate the requirements of the IMDG Code without amendment into their national legislation. others apply some different and/or additional (usually more stringent) national requirements.Application of the IMDG Code Application of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code amplifies the relevant safety and pollution prevention provisions of these Conventions. Most of the requirements in the IMDG Code apply on a mandatory basis but there are a few provisions which are recommendatory. and has a worldwide application to the movement of dangerous goods by sea.existec. www. The IMDG Code is applied automatically by the governments of all the States which are members of SOLAS.
approve or grant exemptions from particular requirements of the IMDG Code. When shipping dangerous goods.com © Exis Technologies 2014 . Also. e. as appropriate. www.Application of the IMDG Code Application of the IMDG Code Other international and national modal regulations also exist.existec. it is also important to be aware of any further restrictions or requirements which may apply in a particular country or port. road transport rules in Europe (ADR).g. competent authorities may authorise. compliance with these is required. they may recognise all or part of the provisions of the IMDG Code.
These provisions require that dangerous goods are correctly and safely: • Classified and identified • Packed • Marked.com © Exis Technologies 2014 . www. Appropriate training must be given to all personnel involved in the transport of dangerous goods by sea.Overview of the IMDG Code Overview of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code requires certain provisions to be followed whenever dangerous goods are shipped by sea. The Code also contains security requirements designed to minimise the opportunity for terrorists to access and misuse dangerous goods.existec. labelled and placarded • Documented • Stowed on board the vessel • Segregated from other goods with which they may react dangerously Appropriate emergency response information must be made available.
existec. presented in two volumes – Volume 1 and Volume 2. Windows. www. There is also a Supplement which provides additional guidance.com © Exis Technologies 2014 .Layout of the IMDG Code Layout of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code comprises 7 parts. Both volumes must be used to obtain the required information and instructions when dangerous goods are shipped by sea. The IMDG Code is available in Printed. Web and Intranet formats.
com © Exis Technologies 2014 Part 3: Dangerous Goods List (DGL). Portable Tanks.S. Special Provisions and Exceptions (Limited and Excepted Quantities) Appendix A: List of Generic and N.existec. Multiple Element Gas Containers (MEGCs) and Road Tank Vehicles Part 7: Requirements Concerning Transport Operations Volume 2 contains: www.O.Layout of the IMDG Code Layout of the IMDG Code Volume 1 contains most of the detailed instructions for safely preparing and transporting dangerous goods by sea: Part 1: General provisions. Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs). Large Packagings. Proper Shipping Names Appendix B: Glossary of terms Alphabetical Index . definitions and training Part 2: Classification Part 4: Packing and Tank Provisions Part 5: Consignment Procedures Part 6: Construction and Testing of Packagings.
. an initial point of reference being provided at the head of each column. www. arranged in UN Number order. stowage. segregation and other shipping and transport duties generally stem from the columns of the DGL. Much of the information is in a coded form to make it easier to present in a table. presented as a two page spread in the printed books. most of the decisions on safe shipping and transport procedures stem from the use of the DGL located in Volume 2. It comprises 18 columns of information for each listed substance/article.com © Exis Technologies 2014 Decisions on packing arrangements. The DGL is an index of substances and articles. marking and labelling requirements.Dangerous Goods List (DGL) Dangerous Goods List (DGL) In the IMDG Code. The meaning and implications of these codes are explained in the relevant chapters and sections of Volumes 1 and 2.existec. documentation entries.
there is an alphabetical index of substances/articles – see example below taken from Hazcheck Online. the DGL can be used as the source of further information.existec. . as indicated on the previous page. This can be used as the initial point of reference when the name of the substance rather than the UN Number is known.Alphabetical Index Alphabetical Index At the end of Volume 2 of the IMDG Code. www.com © Exis Technologies 2014 Once the relevant UN Number is discovered from this index.
• International Code for the Carriage of Packaged Irradiated Nuclear Fuel. • Reporting Procedures.IMDG Code Classification System Layout of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code Supplement contains the following sections related to the Code. • Medical First Aid Guide. • Safe Use of Pesticides in Ships. in CTUs and cargo holds. Plutonium and High-level Radioactive Wastes on board ships.existec.com © Exis Technologies 2014 • Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods. • An appendix of relevant IMO Resolutions and Circulars . www.
in general. new technology and new methods of handling dangerous goods. the basic principles remain constant and once you have understood them. safety concerns which arise as a result of human experience. and new materials and designs for packaging Although the Code is updated every two years. These changes reflect: • • • • the inclusion of newly classified dangerous substances/articles. you will be able to look up information in future versions of the IMDG Code. www.existec. amendments to or deletions of existing entries.Identification of Dangerous Goods Updating the IMDG Code The IMDG Code is an international regulation that is updated every two years to reflect biennial revisions in the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (UN Model Regulations).com © Exis Technologies 2014 .
existec. A new Amendment is published every two years. Each Amendment is valid for up to three years New Amendments can be used from 1 January of odd numbered years (shown in yellow) subject to the timing of National Competent Authority adoption During even numbered years (shown in green) only the current Amendment can be used The years before an Amendment comes into force on a mandatory basis are known as transition years (shown in yellow) when either the current or newly published Amendment may be used www.Amendment cycle of the IMDG Code The Amendment Cycle of the IMDG Code New Amendments to the IMDG Code are released according to the timeframes in the chart below.com © Exis Technologies 2014 .
.existec.com © Exis Technologies 2014 continued .3 of the IMDG Code deals with the training of shore-side staff. The training requirements for shore-side personnel are mandatory www. Training requirements Training requirements for shore side personnel The successful application of dangerous goods transport regulations is greatly dependent on all persons concerned appreciating the risks involved and having an appropriate understanding of the requirements. Chapter 1. This can only be achieved by properly planned and maintained training and retraining programmes for all relevant personnel.
Staff directly involved in dangerous goods operations must have function specific training while general awareness training is required for those who although not directly involved. do require a familiarisation with the IMDG Code. the level of training required and appropriate methods for conducting the training. www.com © Exis Technologies 2014 . Companies must determine which personnel need to be trained. Exis Technologies developed IMDG Code e-learning in collaboration with the International Maritime Organization to meet the challenge of training large numbers of shore side staff to the IMDG Code requirements.Training requirements Training requirements for shore-side personnel Personnel engaged with the transport of dangerous goods by sea must be trained according to their role and responsibilities.existec.
existec. ferry operators. These tools are available for all sectors of the transport of dangerous goods by sea chain.com Hazcheck Systems Exis also supply compliance tools for the automatic validation of dangerous goods shipments. trials and to purchase please click here www. For more information about these course.Compliance solutions Compliance solutions from Exis Technologies IMDG Code e-learning Shippers. freight forwarders and 11 of the top 20 container lines use our IMDG e-learning courses to train their staff worldwide. and to purchase please click here www.com www.com © Exis Technologies 2014 . For more information. free demos.hazcheck.imdge-learning. port operators.
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