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Shipper's Responsibility enveloped in wrappings and/or - The shipper is responsible for all enclosed in packagings or aspects of the packing of otherwise secured. dangerous. goods in compliance wi...

Shipper's Responsibility enveloped in wrappings and/or - The shipper is responsible for all enclosed in packagings or aspects of the packing of otherwise secured. dangerous. goods in compliance with these Regulations. -Packing is the preparation of a Specific Responsibilities: product for storage or a) comply with the set of packing transportation. requirements appropriate - Packing can be considered as the - to the type of packaging to be used; first step of packaging as it only b) use only the packagings permitted includes wrapping or storing the by the applicable packing product protectively. instruction specified in Columns G, - Packing is done to ensure the I and K of the List of Dangerous safety of the product. Goods; PACKAGING c) for all packagings, restrict the - One or more receptacles and any overall quantity per package to the other components or materials limits specified in Columns H, J or necessary for the receptacles to L of the List of Dangerous Goods perform their containment and (as applicable) or to the design other safety functions and to ensure limit for the package whichever is compliance with the minimum more réstrictive. In addition, for packing requirements of these combination packaging, the Regulations. quantity limit per inner packaging must not exceed the limits - Packaging is the preparation of a specified in the applicable packing product for transport, storage or instruction. sale. d) assemble and secure all - Packaging also includes labelling components of the packaging marketing and sales promotion. exactly in the manner intended; - Packaging is done to protect the e) ensure that external surfaces of product and attract consumers. assembled package(s) are clean of contamination arising from the TYPE OF PACKAGING filling process itself or from - Packaging can be classified into contamination from the three main groups: primary environment surrounding the packaging, secondary packaging, filling/assembly area; and and tertiary packaging. Any f) ensure that their responsibilities for product generally requires a packing are completely fulfilled primary packaging to contain the when the package is presented to product and secondary packaging the operator for shipment. to transport it. PACKING - The art and operation by which articles or substances are METHODS OF PACKAGING: METHODS OF PACKING: SINGLE PACKAGING COMBINATION PACKAGING - Require no outer packaging for - consist of an outer packaging protection and are manufactured manufactured from wood, from steel, aluminum, plastic or fiberboard, plastic or metal and other permitted materials. contain inner packagings of metal, plastic, glass etc., and may be SINGLE PACKAGING packed in absorbent or cushioning material. - Are a combination of packagings for transport purposes, consisting of one or more inner packagings secured in an outer packaging in accordance with the relevant provisions of Section 5. PACKAGING TYPE CODE METHODS OF PACKING: 1 - Drum OVERPACKS 2 - Reserved - Is an enclosure used by a single 3 - Jerrican shipper to contain one or more 4 - Box packages to form one handling unit 5 - Bag for convenience of handling and 6 - Composite Packaging stowage. - For cooling purposes, an overpack PACKAGING MATERIAL CODE may contain Carbon dioxide, solid A - Steel (all types and surface treatments) (dry ice), provided that the B - Aluminum overpack meets the requirements of C - Natural Wood Packing Instruction 954. D - Plywood F - Reconstituted Wood Note: An aircraft Unit Load Device (ULD) G - Fibreboard is not considered as an overpack. H - Plastic Material L - Textile 5.0.1.5 Overpacks M - Paper, multi-wall OPERATOR VARIATIONS: AY-04, N - Metal (other than steel or aluminum) CA-10, DL-04, EI-01, EY-03, JL-09, P - Glass, porcelain or stoneware (not used KC-06, KZ-07, OK-04, SK-04, TG-02, in these Regulations) UA-01 X- I, II, III The shipper must ensure that where Y - II, III an overpack is used to enclose packages of Z - IIII dangerous goods, the requirements of 5.0.1.5.1 to 5.0.1.5.4 must be met: 5.0.1.5.1 The overpack must not contain packages enclosing different substances which might react dangerously with each other or packages of dangerous goods which require segregation according to Table 9.3.A. 5.0.1.5.2 Each package contained within an overpack must be properly packed, marked, labelled and be free of any indication of damage or leakage and in all respects bo properly prepared as required in these Regulations. Packages must be secured within the overpack. (c) the packages contain substances of: flammable liquids (Class 3), Packing Group III, other than those with a subsidiary risk of Class 8; toxic substances (Division 6.1) with no subsidiary risk other than Class 3; infectious substances (Division 6.2); radioactive materials (Class 7): miscellaneous dangerous goods (Class 9). Format of Packing Instructions Checking the packaging of DG shipments Section 6: Packaging specifications and Refer to DGR 4.2, list of DG, columns performance test G, I or K as appropriate. Learning objectives: Locate and read appropriate packing - De-code the UN specification instruction package marking and ensure that is Ensure packaging meet requirements of correct for the particular shipment packing instruction  - Be familiar with the UN W signifies that the packaging, although specification performance test of the same type indicated by the code, is manufactured to a specification different from that in Subsection 6.2 T this signifies a "Salvage Packaging" Designation type tested for PG X Packaging may be used for PG I, II, Marking of UN Specification Packaging III The marking indicates that the packaging Y Packaging may be used for PG II, which bears it corresponds to a III successfully tested design type and that it complies with the provisions of Z Packaging may be used for PG Ill Subsections 6.2 and 6.3 only This symbol must not be used for any purpose other than certifying that a packaging complies with the relevant for single packagings intended to requirements in section 6. contain liquids, a number indicating the relative density, - Note: Handwritten rounded off to the first decimal, for specification marking is not which the design type has been acceptable. Markings which are not tested; this may be omitted when printed or embossed directly on to the relative density does not exceed packaging may be open to 1.2; or additional airline scrutiny so as to for packagings intended to contain ensure the validity of the marking. solids or inner packagings, a number corresponding to the Some packagings may show a code maximum gross weight, in following the packaging code. kilograms, at which the design type has been tested; signifies a "Special Packaging" V conforming to the requirements in 6.3.1.2 for single packagings, intended to U signifies a "Special Packaging" for contain liquids, the hydraulic test infectious substances conforming to pressure which the packaging was the requirements in 6.5.2 shown to withstand, in kPa  rounded down to the nearest 10 Drop test wy Leak proofness test kPa; or 'Hydraulic test for packagings intended to contain Stacking test solids or inner packagings, the letter "S" 6.6 Test criteria for Limited Quantity Packaging 6.6.1 Drop test - 1.2 m high for single packagings intended to 6.6.3 Stacking test - 24 hours - contain liquids, the hydraulic test stacked to a height of 3m pressure which the packaging was shown to withstand, in kPa Marking and Labeling rounded down to the nearest 10 Learning objectives: kPa; or - Mark the package with the correct for packagings intended to contain packaging use marks. solids or inner packagings, the - Apply the correct labels for any letter "S" given shipment. followed by the last two digits of What is the importance of putting the year during which the correct marking and label? packaging was manufactured. Correct marking and labelling of dangerous goods packages is an important followed by the element in the safe transport process. State-authorizing the allocation of the mark Indicate the contents of the followed by the name of the package. manufacturer or other identification Indicate that the packaging meets of the packaging specified by the approved standards. appropriate national authority. Provide safe handling and stowage information. UN = United Nations Packaging Symbol Indicate the nature of hazard (s). 4G = Packaging Type Code for fibreboardbox Shippers Responsibility X = Design type tested for Packing Group The shipper is responsible for all I (lI & III) necessary marking and labelling of 100 = Maximum gross weight in kg tested each package of DG, and each for overpack containing DG in (for solids or inner packaging) compliance with these Regulations. S = Contains Solids orinner Packagings Each package must be of such of 14 = Year of manufacture, 2014 size that there is adequate space to USA = Authorizing State affix all required marking and ALC = Manufacturer labels. 6.3 UN Packaging Performance Tests  TELEPHONE NUMBER OF А RESPONSIBLE PERSON. Types of Marks Marks which identify the design or F. for Class 2, Refrigerated Liquefied the specification of a package (not Gases: required for LTD QTY. Two orientation label Marks, which identify the use of a The wording "Keep Upright" must particular packaging for a be placed at 120 intervals around particular shipment, e.g. contents, the package consignor, consignee. Marking "Do not drop Handle with care" Quality and Specification of Marks Instructions to be followed in the All marks must be so places on the event of, an emergency, delay packages or the overpacks that they en-route, or if the consignment is are not covered or obscured by any unclaimed at destination. part of or attachment to the packaging or any other label or G. for UN 3373 mark. "Biological Substance, Category All marks must be durable, readily B." visible and legible, be able to The diamond-shaped mark as withstand open weather condition shown in PI 650 and displayed on a background of contrasting color. H. Chemical oxygen generators English must be used in addition to Statement "Air Crew Protective the language, which may be Breathing Equipment (smoke required by the state of origin. hood) in accordance with Special Provision A144" must be marked Packaging use Marks adjacent to the PSN on the Minimum marking required for package. each packages containing DG's are: Required for all packages (A) and (B) I. Environmentally hazardous substances: Proper shipping name Applicable UN or 1D number Full name and address of shippér and consignee C. the NET QUANTITY of dangerous goods contained in each package must be shown D. for UN 1845-Carbon dioxide, solid (dry Limited Quantities ice) the NET WEIGHT of dry ice - Packages of DG shipped under the contained in each package must be shown Limited Quantity provisions of E. for Division 6.2, Infectious Substances, subsection 2.7, must be marked other than UN 3373: the NAME AND with the Limited Quantities mark Additional Marks Handling Labels Package orientation Are used to provide information on Additional handling and storage the proper handling and stowage of markings packages of dangerous goods. Environmentally hazardous which are required, either alone or substances in additional to hazards' label, for Lithium batteries some of DG Prohibited Marks - Arrows for purposes other than indicating-proper package When you see this label orientation must not be displayed ensure that the package is not on a packag overpack containing placed in direct sunlight or close liquid DG. to a heat source. Types of Labels Hazard labels, which are required for most DG in all classes; and This is a Lithium Handling labels which are required, Battery label. When you see either alone or in addition to hazard this label ensure that there is no labels, for some DG physical damage or leak in the package. Hazard Labels Packages containing dangerous goods are normally identified with Orientation arrows are not hazard labels, intended to alert you required on outer packagings to the risks inherent to the contents. containing: Hazard labels are in the shape of a dangerous goods in square set at 45degrees (diamond inner packagings each shaped), and have minimum containing 120 ml or less dimensions 100 x 100 mm. with sufficient absorbent material between the inner and outer Applicability of Hazard labels packagings to completely absorb Hazard labels, to be used on the liquid contents; packages and overpacks dangerous goods in gas tight inner A primary hazard label is specified packagings such as tubes, bags or for each listed article, and vials which are opened by breaking substance or puncturing. Each inner A secondary hazard label must also packaging must not contain more be applied for each article and than 500 mL; infectious substances substance having subsidiary risk, in primary receptacles not  exceeding 50 mL; or radioactive navigational system. Follow the material. Loading Supervisor's instructions for specific loading positions. 7.2.6.4 Orientation Label When package orientation "This Way Up" labels are required, at least two of these labels must be used. One label This mark is placed on a DG must be affixed to each of two opposite package to indicate that it contains sides of the package, with the arrows substances that can only cause pointing in the upright position. damage to the environment such as land, sea and air. This label is used to assist the handling of wheelchairs and LIMITED QUANTITY PACKAGING mobility aids with batteries. It Limited Quantity packaging indicates whether or not a provisions recognize that many wheelchair battery has been dangerous goods in small removed. quantities present a reduced hazard, and can be safely transported in good quality combination packaging. Limited quantity packaging cannot Crew and passenger baggage exceed 30 kg/66lbs Limited containing ice are marked with this Quantity for Air Transport gross tag. weight. Such packaging must bear the Limited Quantity marking. Note: Limited Quantity Packagings do not require UN specification markings. This label indicates that the UN specification Marking DG package contains a very cold - These packagings are subject to form of liquid. If you touch it, it performance tests designed to could burn your skin. Ensure that ensure that the package design will DG packages with this label have not lose any of their contents under no leaks. normal transport conditions. The severity of the test on a packaging is dependent on the degree of danger of the intended contents. - This mark indicates that the DG packages with this label packaging box has been tested must be kept away from the aircraft  according to the United Nations STORAGE AND LOADING Specifications. PROCEDURE Operator This mark on a DG package - responsible for storage and loading indicates that it contains very small amount of DG and must be handled General with care. - Dangerous Goods are packaged to prevent the release of the contents in condition normal to air transport. Prohibited Labelling - However, conditions normal to air Cylindrical packages, and other transport rely on proper warehouse slim packages, must be of such storage and handling and correct peripheral dimension that a label loading on the aircraft floors, if cannot overlap itself. handled improperly the packagings Arrows for purposes other than containing dangerous goods may indicating proper package fail. "orientation must not be displayed on a package containing liquid DG The following aspects must be addressed to ensure proper storage and handling of Affixing of Labels packages containing dangerous goods All labels must: inside the warehouse and when being Be securely affixed loaded on, or unloaded from, an aircraft: Be on a background contrasting protection from damage colour inspection Not be folded or affixed so that handling of self-reactive parts are on different faces of the package Protection from Damage Labels can be attached to the operators must protect packages of package by means of strong tag dangerous goods from being when the package is of an irregular damaged. shape that labels cannot be attached Particular attention must be paid to to the handling of packages during The package must be of such a size their preparation for transport: that there is adequate space to affix ○ type of aircraft on which all-required labels they are to be carried ○ method required to load that aircraft so that accidental damage is not caused through dragging or mishandling the packages Inspection of Packages of DG When open unit load devices are Packages or overpacks must not be used, the ULD's must not be loaded onto an aircraft or into a stowed adjacent to each other. unit load device unless they have been inspected immediately prior Loading and Stewage of Radioactive to loading and found free from Materials visible leaks or damage. Radioactive materials must not be Before loading on an aircraft, unit loaded in a compartment occupied load devices must be inspected and by passengers or crew. To keep found free from any evidence of exposure to radiation as low as leakage or damage that would possible, packages of radioactive cause it to be unserviceable. material should be loaded on the floor of the underfloor Handling of Self-Reactive Substances compartment in compliance with and Organic Peroxides DGR. Packages and unit load devices containing I packages of Loading of Incompatible Dangerous self-reactive substances of Division Goods 4.1 and/or organic peroxides of Packages containing Dg, which Division 5.2 must be protected might react dangerously with each from direct sunlight and kept away other, must not load or stowed next from all sources of heat and be to each other. placed in adequately ventilated Packages requiring segregation can areas during the course of loading, be physically restrained, or unloading and storage. separated by other non dangerous cargo Commodity Specific Requirements Stowage of Toxic and Infectious Information to Pilot in Command Substances The Commander is to be given a Packages having a Division 6.1 or NOTOC containing all relevant a Division 6.2 label must not be information for the transportation stowed in the same compartment of Dangerous Goods. with: This NOTOC must be readily ○ Animals available to him during the entire ○ Foodstuffs flight. ○ Feed or NOTOC can either be manual or ○ Other edible substances system generated intended for consumption by humans or animals, except where: The dangerous goods are loaded in one closed unit load device and the foodstuffs or animals are loaded in another closed unit load device; or Why NOTOC is Required Purposes ○ inform about Dangerous Goods on-board, ○ To be used in case of emergency; ○ To fulfill the requirement by Law, ○ To increased awareness about cargo related risks; ○ To help the Captain in the decision making process. Information required in NOTOC ○ number of packages, quantity ○ loading location