The rule applies to all people who transport dangerous goods, but the requirements of the rule differ according the nature, quantity and use of the goods. Air new zealand cargo does not accept racing greyhounds for travel on services to or from europe and asia. Implement new zealand s obligations under chapter vii of the international convention for the safety of life at sea solas 1974, as amended, and prescribe rules governing the carriage of dangerous goods by sea by certain. Dangerous goods management training services about our team. Dangerous goods carried by transport operators waka kotahi nz. Transport the health and safety at work hazardous substances. Substances and goods that have a risk of explosion but no risk of mass explosion. Land transport offences and penalties regulations 1999 sr. Independent verification services iata dangerous goods. Small recreational vehicles powered by lithium batteries that are also known as hoverboards, rideables, airwheel, solowheel, mini segway, or balance wheel, etc. Dangerous goods 2005 and the dangerous goods amendment 2010 describe the rules applied to the transportation of hazardous and dangerous goods in new zealand.
In new zealand, these substances are covered by the radiation protection act 1965, which is administered by the national radiation laboratory of the ministry of health. Our requirements and guidelines relating to the transport of dangerous goods are outlined in the freightways dangerous goods policy and applies to all. There are however a number of common items that are considered dangerous goods e. The iata dangerous goods regulations dgr is the trusted source to help you prepare, handle or accept dangerous goods shipments by air. Local airport security restrictions on carryon items vary from country to country and you may need to check local criteria on restricted items. This act is administered by the ministry of transport. If you cant find the answer here, please ask your travel agent or contact us for details of the exact requirements.
Dangerous goods supplied in australia and new zealand should be classified, labelled, packaged, stored and transported according to australian standards which include the following classes. Iata dangerous goods regulations dgr recurrent training, category 6. The health and safety at work hazardous substances regulations. Iata dangerous goods regulations and new zealand standard nzs 5433. The latter remained with subsidiary regulations the major legislative control on the transport of all dangerous substances until the 1980s. Changes authorised by subpart 2 of part 2 of the legislation act 2012 have been made in this official reprint. The below information notes the items that are permitted to be carried by a passenger, the conditions which must be met and those which you must declare at checkin for virgin australias approval to uplift. The iata dgr is the most complete, uptodate, and userfriendly reference manual trusted by the industry for over 50 years. How to import or export controlled chemicals new zealand. Carriage of dangerous goods manual regulatory environment. Dgm is approved by the required authorities iata and caa to provide. Checkedin baggage restricted items air new zealand. To be authorized an organisation must be a member of the iata accredited training school network and also new zealand civil aviation authority approved part 141 airline training organisation.
These include obvious things such as petrol, butane gas, mace etc. If you are transiting controlled chemicals through new zealand, you will need to apply for. International, domestic and regional airlines operating in new zealand generally comply with the iata dangerous goods regulations. Certain other types of dangerous goods are only accepted at auckland, wellington or christchurch even though we can ship them. The most significant is the united nations recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods model. Revalidate your 24month iata dgr requirement with the latest iata amendments and directives. Before any freight forwarder can accept dangerous goods for consignment these responsibilities must be met. If sending dangerous goods, ensure you check the iata website at.
Nzs 5433 provides information to help those who make, package, transport, or regulate the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail within new zealand. These include requirements of the icao technical instructions but in some areas are more restrictive. Transporting dangerous or hazardous goods waka kotahi nz. Dangerous goods for transport on land include substances and articles that have explosive, flammable, toxic, infectious, corrosive or environmentally hazardous properties, and containers that have held dangerous goods. Introduction transporting dangerous goods safely ministry of. This way, our trained staff can check the paperwork, packing and labelling compliance in line with iata rules and regulations. Regulatory authorities and legislation in new zealand. If you have any doubts about the goods that you are carrying, please contact the dangerous goods team on 0800 660 670. Recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods model regulations. Iata is the industry standard for shipping dangerous goods by air. As the carriage of dangerous goods by air is regulated by various government authorities as well as by air new zealand and iata, if you want to send them and are not certified to do so, contact us. The standard represents best practice and includes information such as packaging, packing instructions, labelling, and segregation of dangerous goods during transport. Dangerous goods regulations, 54th edition 20 english. On international flights, some items cannot be taken in your carryon bags through security screening.
These dangerous goods declaration forms are supplied in a handy pack of 50. Recognized by the global airline industry for over 60 years, the dgr is the most complete, uptodate, and userfriendly reference enabling you to ensure your shipments are compliant with the latest regulations. Note 4 at the end of this reprint provides a list of the amendments incorporated. A specialist dangerous goods carrier such as chemcouriers has an experienced professional team dedicated to the safe management of your dangerous goods and hazardous substances. This act may be cited as the land transport act 1998. Some dangerous goods are permitted to be carried by passengers for personal use if specific requirements and conditions are adhered to. New zealand prohibited and restricted items fedex cross. Most are imposed by international conventions and codes to which new zealand is a signatory. Land transport act 1998 no 110 as at 02 january 2020. It is essential for shippers and shippers agents who prepare dangerous goods consignments, and is designed to comply with the provisions set out in nzs5433. Only complete this document if you have dangerous goods training.
Dangerous goods that fall within stowage category a can be conveyed on any passenger sailing with the exclusion of radioactive material which is limited to aratere sailings only. Disabling devices containing an irritant or incapacitating substance, such as pepper spray. The iata dangerous goods regulations dgr manual is the global reference for shipping dangerous goods by air and the only standard recognized by airlines. Each person is limited to a maximum of 15 portable electronic devices, such as cameras, mobile phones, laptops, tablets, etc. Dangerous goods, abbreviated dg, are substances that when transported are a risk to health, safety, property or the environment. Carryon baggage prohibited and restricted items to keep everyone safe, there are some things you must not take into the aircraft cabin and some that need to comply with specific conditions. Please refer to the aviation security service website for detailed information. The iata regulations permit passengers and crew to bring book. All businesses must manage their hazardous substances risks. Certain dangerous goods that pose risks even when not being transported are known as hazardous materials abbreviated as hazmat or hazmat hazardous materials are often subject to chemical regulations. All signatory countries to the imdg code have almost identical requirements5. Guide to dangerous goods dangerous goods are articles and substances, which pose significant risk, health, safety and property. This document is not permitted for air transport, or radioactive consignmentsshipments.
Please refer to the dangerous goods limits document below. Carriage of cargoes dangerous goods iii part objective this purpose of part 24a is to. Dangerous goods amendment 2010 introduced new provisions. They have a sturdy cardboard backing for convenient use. Therefore, their carriage is strictly controlled by international dangerous goods regulations, which specify the conditions under which dangerous goods can be transported without risking the safety of people and property.
How to ship dangerous goods safely tnt new zealand. Transporting dangerous goods introduction factsheet 64. Introduction transporting dangerous goods safely ministry. This provides limits for dangerous goods before you need to complete a dangerous goods declaration manifest. Standards new zealand transport of dangerous goods on. Consignor of dangerous goods for transport must ensure that packages of dangerous goods display labels and marks to identify the goods as dangerous goods 10,000 50,000. Its anything which, if not handled correctly, could harm you, the driver, receiver, other shipments or the environment. If youre not sure whether your shipment is dangerous or not, ask the manufacturer or supplier for a material safety data sheet msds.
The term dangerous goods is used internationally to describe the. Please note that many dangerous goods are not allowed to be transported as small packages. All classes of dangerous goods are described in table a of the rule, which is based on classifications in the united nations. An overview of dangerous goods and what you need to do to be able to carry them.
Electric shock weapons containing dangerous goods such as explosives, compressed gas or lithium batteries. Certain other types of dangerous goods are only accepted at auckland, wellington or christchurch even though we can ship them to most destinations. New zealands transport rules are derived from recommendations of the. Dangerous goods 2005 and the controls that apply to you. Standards new zealand transport of dangerous goods on land. Dangerous goods 2005, and dangerous goods amendments 2010 and 2011 the dangerous goods rule, and covers requirements of regulations made under the hazardous substances and new organisms act 1996. Chemcouriers is the only responsible care prince gold premises, inspection and certification accredited dangerous goods carrier in new zealand. To order printed copies call 0800 get rules 0800 438 785, or order online at. Dangerous goods regulations define items that may endanger the safety of passengers or an aircraft as dangerous goods.
Personal vaporizers, such as ecigarettes, ecigars and epipes, however provided you dont use or charge them on board the aircraft they can be taken as carryon baggage. Enquiries relating to air transport of dangerous goods should be directed to the relevant airline. Find out more at carryon luggage restrictions check you are not carrying prohibited items or dangerous goods that are restricted from carriage on all passenger flights. Land transport offences and penalties regulations 1999. Dangerous goods declaration parcel delivery express. Where a permit has expired it must be renewed by submitting a new application. They can be easily filled in and accompany any dangerous goods that are to be transported. You must hold a dangerous goods dg endorsement on your licence if you want to. Our network stretches way beyond our direct px services through interline and business alliances right across australia, new zealand and the south pacific, asia, europe and the usa. Any items listed as forbidden in the current iata list of dangerous goods regulations and applicable addenda. The 2012 version of nzs 5433 will help the transport, chemical, and packaging industries to comply with the latest safety requirements. We also carry dangerous goods and special handling cargoes. Kiwirail does not accept dangerous goods class 1 explosives for carriage or storage.
Some explosives can also be transported under the small packages provisions. Refer to the new zealand transport agency for an introductory factsheet about transporting dangerous goods within new zealand. A wide range of requirements apply when transporting dangerous goods. Dangerous goods are categorized into the following categories according to international regulations of imdg code international maritime dangerous goods code. Dangerous goods countries and territories served fedex. Standards new zealand nz dangerous goods declaration forms. Becoming an authorized independent organisation to deliver training in the field of dangerous goods regulations is no easy feat. Hazmat teams are personnel specially trained to handle dangerous. Implement new zealands obligations under chapter vii of the international convention for the safety of life at sea solas 1974, as amended, and prescribe rules governing the.
Dangerous goods amendment 2010 introduced new provisions for dangerous goods in excepted quantities. Goods assigned to adr transport category zero or consignments requiring placarded transport according to the adr road regulations adr 1. Dangerous goods declaration form pad of 50 officemax nz. In order to protect new zealand consumers from unsafe and incorrectly specified merchandise there are various controls on the importation of a number of goods. Hazardous substances are widely used across new zealand workplaces, so its important to know the risks and how to protect people from harm. For more information, please contact our reservations team on cargo. Upon completion of the course, participants will have an understanding of the regulations allowing them to. This factsheet provides a brief introduction to the land transport rule. Consignor of dangerous goods for transport must ensure dangerous goods documentation is passed to the next person responsible for the transport or handling of the dangerous goods 7,500 37,500. Guide to the transport of dangerous goods ministry of transport. Check export rules the new zealand government prohibits or restricts the export of various types of items such as prescription medication and antiquities. It is mandatory to undergo recurrent dgr training every 24 months on the latest regulations and trends related to the carriage of dangerous goods. Iata covid19 survey dangerous goods regulations dgr airlines, freight forwarders, ground handlers and shippers like you rely on the iata dangerous goods regulations dgr manual every day to make sure dangerous goods are transported safety and efficiently.
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