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What is Class 1?
What is Class 1?
- Explosives (correct)
- Flammable Liquids
- Toxic Substances
- Gases
What is Class 2?
What is Class 2?
- Flammable Liquids
- Explosives
- Gases (correct)
- Corrosive Substances
What does Class 2.1 represent?
What does Class 2.1 represent?
Flammable Gas
What does Class 2.2 represent?
What does Class 2.2 represent?
What does Class 2.3 represent?
What does Class 2.3 represent?
What does Class 3 represent?
What does Class 3 represent?
What does Class 4 represent?
What does Class 4 represent?
What does Class 5 include?
What does Class 5 include?
What does Class 6 represent?
What does Class 6 represent?
What does Class 7 include?
What does Class 7 include?
What does Class 8 represent?
What does Class 8 represent?
What does Class 9 encompass?
What does Class 9 encompass?
What is the definition of Dangerous Goods?
What is the definition of Dangerous Goods?
What are the responsibilities of the shipper?
What are the responsibilities of the shipper?
Flashcards
Class 1: Explosives
Class 1: Explosives
Materials that can undergo rapid chemical reactions, leading to fire, explosion, or projection hazards.
Class 2.1: Flammable Gas
Class 2.1: Flammable Gas
Gases that can easily ignite and pose fire risks.
Class 2.2: Non-Flammable Gas
Class 2.2: Non-Flammable Gas
Gases that may cause asphyxiation through inhalation but are not flammable.
Class 2.3: Poisonous Gas
Class 2.3: Poisonous Gas
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Class 3: Flammable Liquids
Class 3: Flammable Liquids
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Class 4.1: Flammable Solids
Class 4.1: Flammable Solids
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Class 4.2: Spontaneously Combustible Solids
Class 4.2: Spontaneously Combustible Solids
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Class 4.3: Dangerous when Wet
Class 4.3: Dangerous when Wet
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Class 5: Oxidizers
Class 5: Oxidizers
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Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances
Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances
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Class 7: Radioactive Materials
Class 7: Radioactive Materials
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Class 8: Corrosive Substances
Class 8: Corrosive Substances
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Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
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Definition of Dangerous Goods
Definition of Dangerous Goods
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Study Notes
Dangerous Goods Classes
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Class 1: Explosives
- Involves materials that can undergo a rapid chemical reaction, leading to fire, explosion, or projection hazards.
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Class 2: Gases
- Comprises different types of gases with various danger factors:
- 2.1 Flammable Gas: Can ignite easily, posing fire risks.
- 2.2 Non-Flammable Gas: May cause asphyxiation through inhalation but not flammable.
- 2.3 Poisonous Gas: Hazardous upon inhalation, can be toxic.
- Comprises different types of gases with various danger factors:
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Class 3: Flammable Liquids
- Liquids capable of igniting and supporting combustion.
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Class 4: Flammable Solids
- Includes:
- 4.1 Flammable Solids: Easily ignites and combusts.
- 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Solids: Can ignite without an external ignition source.
- 4.3 Dangerous when Wet: React violently with water, producing flammable gases.
- Includes:
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Class 5: Oxidizers (Oxidizing Agents & Organic Peroxides)
- Contains oxidizers which support combustion and organic peroxides that can ignite and support combustion too.
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Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances
- Includes:
- 6.1 Toxic Substances: Materials that are poisonous.
- 6.2 Infectious Substances: Pose biohazard risks.
- Includes:
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Class 7: Radioactive Materials
- Materials releasing radiation, posing risks through exposure.
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Class 8: Corrosive Substances
- Substances that can dissolve organic tissue or corrode metals severely.
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Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
- Covers any dangerous goods not classified in the other eight classes.
Responsibilities of the Shipper (PICHLD)
- Ensure accurate identification of hazardous materials in shipments.
- Classify materials according to respective danger classes.
- Pack hazardous materials properly to prevent incidents.
- Label packages accurately to inform handlers of contents.
- Declare hazardous materials in shipping documents.
- Handle materials with care, following safety protocols.
Definition of Dangerous Goods
- Encompasses solids, liquids, gases, and biological substances that may cause harm to:
- Humans
- Other living organisms
- Transport conveyances
- Property
- Environment
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