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Transportation of Dangerous Goods A Program in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations for Carriers and Handlers
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Objectives Become familiar with
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and Regulations Know your responsibilities under Transportation of Dangerous Goods Be able to handle and transport dangerous goods
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Agenda Introduction to TDG
Placarding
Classification
Loading and handling
Packaging
Reporting accidental
Marking and labelling
releases Special cases Quiz
small means of containment Shipping documents
Application Handling, offering for transport, transporting and
importing of dangerous goods Applies to all modes of transport At all times (some exceptions exist)
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Enforcement Enforced by inspectors, including police May lead to: • Fines and prison term • Demerit points on driver's licence
Training Shippers, handlers and
carriers of dangerous goods must be: – Trained – Certified by employer
Certificate is valid for
up to 3 years
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Driver’s Certificate Carriers must always keep a copy of the
certificate available during transport Inspectors may ask to verify training Self-employed drivers may sign their own certificate
Common Responsibilities Consignors, carriers and handlers must: – Ensure all aspects of the regulations are met – Prohibit handling of non-compliant goods – Ensure the proper display or removal of safety marks – Load and handle dangerous goods safely – Keep shipping documents for at least 2 years – Report accidental releases – Provide training and retraining every 3 years
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Specific Responsibilities – Handlers Handlers for transport must: – Make sure goods are classified correctly – Ensure goods are legally and safely packaged – Prepare a shipping document – Supply placards when necessary – Ensure goods loaded and stored safely
Specific Responsibilities – Carriers Carriers must: – Refuse non-compliant shipments – Obtain printed shipping document – Transfer copy of document to next carrier or receiver – Replace any damaged or missing safety marks – Ensure goods are loaded and secured safely
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Classification & Identification
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Shipping Description Dangerous goods require a complete
shipping description: – Shipping name – Hazard class – Identification number – Packing group
Parts of the Description Shipping name – assigned descriptive name (usually,
taken from UN Recommendations) Hazard class – identifies transportation hazards Identification number – 4-digit code representing the shipping name Packing group – degree of hazard within class – PG I – severe hazard – PG II – moderate hazard – PG III – minor hazard
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Class 1 Explosives – 1.1 Mass Explosion Hazard – 1.2 Projection Hazard – 1.3 Fire Hazard – 1.4 Insignificant Hazard – 1.5 Very Insensitive – 1.6 Extremely Insensitive
Segregation by compatibility groups – A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, N, S
Class 2 2.1 Flammable Gases – e.g.: Acetylene, Propane
2.2 Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases – e.g.: Compressed air, Nitrogen
2.3 Toxic Gases – e.g.: Sulphur dioxide, Chlorine
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Class 3 Flammable liquids: – Solvents (acetone, isopropanol) – Petroleum products (gasoline
petroleum distillates) – Preparations containing flammable liquids (certain paints, adhesives, medicines, etc.)
Class 4 4.1 - Flammable Solids – e.g.: Matches, Magnesium
4.2 - Spontaneously Combustible
Materials – e.g.: Oily rags, Phosphorus
4.3 - Dangerous When Wet – e.g.: Sodium, Lithium
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Class 5 5.1 - Oxidizing Substances – e.g.: Oxygen, Hydrogen peroxide
Ammonium nitrate
5.2 - Organic Peroxides – e.g.: Organic peroxide, liquid,
Type D
Class 6 6.1 Toxic Materials – e.g.: sodium cyanide,
trichloroethylene
6.2 Infectious Substances – e.g.: Ebola virus, Influenza
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Class 7 Materials that emit hazardous radiation – e.g.: Uranium hexafluoride, Polonium • “Excepted quantities” may be used for small amounts
RADIOACTIVE
Class 8 Materials that corrode metal or destroy human
skin: – e.g: Hydrochloric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Mercury
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Class 9 Substances that are: – Listed as class 9 – Marine pollutants (exemption for
road/rail shipment) – Elevated temperature materials
Shipping Description Recap In order to transport a substance, or handle it
safely, you must know: – Shipping name – Hazard class – Identification number – Packing group
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Schedule 3 Col. 1 Description
Col. 2 Primary Class
Col. 3 UN Number
Col. 4 ERG No.
2.1
UN1001
116
3 (6.1)
UN1992
131
1.1G
UN0418
112
3
UN1263
ACETYLENE DISSOLVED CLOROPRENE, UNINHIBITED
Forbidden
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. FLARES, SURFACE PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, stain, shellac, varnish, polish, liquid filler, and liquid lacquer base) with not more than 20 per cent nitrocellulose by mass if the nitrogen content of the nitrocellulose is not more than 12.6 per cent by mass
128
SULPHURIC ACID with more than 51% acid
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UN1830
137
SULPHURIC ACID with not more than 51 per cent acid
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UN2796
157
Schedule 1 Col. 1 UN Number
Col. 2 Shipping Name and Description
Col 3 Class
Col. 4 Packing Group/ Category
UN0418
FLARES, SURFACE
1.1G
II
UN1001
ACETYLENE, DISSOLVED
2.1
UN1263
PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, …, with no more than 20 per cent nitrocellulose by mass, … or PAINT RELATED MATERIAL (including paint thinning or reducing compound)…
3
I II III
UN1830
SULFURIC ACID with more than 51 per cent … or SULPHURIC ACID
8
II
UN1831
SULFURIC ACID, FUMING or SULPHURIC ACID, FUMING
8 (6.1)
I
UN1992
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
3 (6.1)
UN2023
EPICHLOROHYDRIN
6.1 (3)
Col. 5 Special Provisions
Col. 6a) Explosive Limit and Limited Quantity Index
Col. 6b) Excepted quantities
Col. 7 ERAP Index
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Col. 8 Passenger Carrying Ship Index
Col. 9 Passenge r Carryin Road/Rail Vehicle Index
Col 10 ERG
0
E0
10
Forbidden
112
38
0
E0
75
Forbidden
116
59,142 59, 142 59, 142
0.5 L 5L 5L
E3 E2 E1
Forbidden
1L 5L 60 L
127
1L
E2
3 000
1L
137
23
0
E0
1 000
Forbidden
137
I II III
16 16 16
0 1L 5L
E0 E1 E2
1 000
Forbidden 1L 60 L
131
II
43
0.1 L
E4
1 000
5L
131P
Forbidden
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Emergency Response Assistance Plans Must be available when the shipment exceeds
the quantity in Column 7 Must be supplied by the consignor, if applicable Shipping paper will state, if an ERAP is required: – Transport Canada approval number – Telephone number for emergency team
Classification Summary Handler’s responsibilities are: – Ensure that the proper shipping description is used in
hazard classification Carrier’s responsibilities are: – Make sure that hazard communication is consistent
regarding classification
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Packaging for Dangerous Goods
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Packaging of Dangerous Goods Packages must be UN-Specification in most
cases – Not for limited quantities – Certain classes use different system
Packages may not be shipped if not appropriate
to normal conditions of transport Damaged packages must not be carried or offered for transport
Types of Packaging Large means of containment – Capacity exceeding 450 Liters – Includes “bulk” packagings
Small means of containment – Non-bulk packaging
Combination packaging
Single packaging
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UN Packaging Codes Single packaging for solids or Combination packaging Performance level X= PG I, II or III Y= PG II or III Z= PG III only
Maximum Gross Weight Single Packaging for Solids OR Combination Packaging
Packaging Type
u n
4G/Y19.2/S/15 CAN/ACME 2-22
UN Packaging Codes Single packaging for liquids Maximum specific gravity Leakproof test, in kPa
u n
1A2/Z1.8/100/15 CAN/ICC2-193
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Packaging Summary Handler’s responsibilities are: – Inspect packages before transport – Remove unsafe or non-compliant packages from
shipment Carrier’s responsibilities are: – Inspect the packaging for: • Certification code • General safety
– Refuse packages if unsafe or not compliant
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Marking and Labelling
Safety Marks Requirements for marks and labels: – Appropriate design and colour – Durable and weather resistant material – Against a contrasting background – Labels must be square on point – At least one set visible per package – On at least one side of the package
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Basic Package Marking and Labelling Small means of containment must display: – Shipping name (plus technical name if Special Provision
16 applies) – Hazard class labels – Identification number – PLUS • Package certification code • Flash point for Class 3 and Marine Pollutant mark may be
required for shipment by vessel
Marks and Labels
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (Isopropanol)
UN1992
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Overpacks Overpacks enclose
packages for convenience Must be marked with “OVERPACK” Shipping name/labels if not visible through overpack Two opposite sides if overpack exceeds 1.8 cu. m.
Marks/Labels Summary Handler’s responsibilities are to: – Ensure packages are marked and labelled appropriately
before transport – Mark and label overpacks as required Carrier’s responsibilities are to: – Inspect shipment during acceptance – Refuse incorrectly marked or labelled packages – Replace any marks or labels that are lost or become
illegible during transport
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Marking and Labelling
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Safety Marks Requirements for marks and labels: – Appropriate design and colour – Durable and weather resistant material – Against a contrasting background – Labels must be square on point – At least one set visible per package – On at least one side of the package
Basic Package Marking and Labelling Small means of containment must display: – Shipping name (plus technical name if Special Provision
16 applies) – Hazard class labels – Identification number – PLUS • Package certification code • Flash point for Class 3 and Marine Pollutant mark may be
required for shipment by vessel
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Marks and Labels
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (Isopropanol)
UN1992
Overpacks Overpacks enclose
packages for convenience Must be marked with “OVERPACK” Shipping name/labels if not visible through overpack Two opposite sides if overpack exceeds 1.8 cu. m.
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Marks/Labels Summary Handler’s responsibilities are to: – Ensure packages are marked and labelled appropriately
before transport – Mark and label overpacks as required Carrier’s responsibilities are to: – Inspect shipment during acceptance – Refuse incorrectly marked or labelled packages – Replace any marks or labels that are lost or become
illegible during transport
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Step 4 Documentation Documentation
Requirements The shipper must prepare a document: – No specific format required – Legible and indelible – In English or in French – Available in printed format during transport
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Mixed Shipments Shipping papers for mixed shipments must
indicate which goods are dangerous This can be done in any of the following ways – Use heading “Dangerous Goods” – Colour highlight the dangerous goods – Identify the dangerous goods with “X” in “DG/MD”
column
Information Document must contain when, where, who,
what and how much: – When: date shipment is prepared – Where: the consignor’s name and address in Canada – Who to call for emergency information: • Emergency telephone number identified with words
“24-Hour Number”, • May be company number, or agency such as CANUTEC
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Information For each type of dangerous goods – What (in the following order):
• Identification number (with UN prefix) • Shipping name (technical name) • Hazard class, primary and subsidiary, in parentheses • Packing group, in Roman numerals
Information For each shipping description – How much: • Number of packages • Quantity in: • Net weight, gross weight or volume • Metric units
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Certification As of July 15, 2015, the dangerous goods
shipping paper must include a certification statement, and the name of the person making the declaration I hereby declare that the contents of this consignment are fully and accurately described above by the proper shipping name, are properly classified and packaged, have dangerous goods safety marks properly affixed or displayed on them, and are in all respects in proper condition for transport according to the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations
Additional Information For Class 1, Explosives, include either: – The net explosives quantity, by mass, or – The number of articles (if the articles are subject to
Special Provision 85 or 86)
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Additional Information For residues: – May add “Residue last contained” if package contains
less than 10% – No quantity required – Cannot be used for Class 2 and Class 7
Additional Information ERAP information, if
shipment includes goods that exceed ERAP limit: – Transport Canada plan
approval number – Activation phone number for responders under plan
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22-Jan-15 Breckham Chemicals Inc. 987 West Street Vancouver, BC V5X 4R8
20 1
X X
1 5
X
PAINT, Class 3, Class UN1263, PGIIII UN1263, PAINT, 3, PG
400 kg
UN2929, Toxic liquid, flammable, organic, n.o.s. (Acetaldehyde), 6.1(3), I Cleaning supplies
15 kg
UN1978, Propane, Class 2.1
100 L
TC-40192
Optional
2,000 L
Call 1-888-555-4029
1-613-996-6666
Availability of Document Documents must be: – Within reach of driver • E.g. seat beside driver or pocket on
driver’s door
– When driver is not present, in a
location visible from driver’s door
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Availability of Document On delivery: – Handed to receiver, or – Attached to the
outside of the means of containment – Receiver may use document in case of accidents
Availability of Document Documents must be
retained by shipper and carrier for 2 year Starting December 1, 2014, proof of classification must be kept on file
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Documentation Summary Handler’s responsibilities – Provide shipping document to carrier for goods being
shipped out – Review shipping document when goods arrive Carrier’s responsibilities are to: – Obtain copies of shipping document – Refuse incorrectly described goods – Keep documents in the proper location – Leave a copy with the receiver or new carrier
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Placarding Dangerous Goods
Safety Marks – Large Means of Containment Placards are used for large means of
containment – Shipper must provide placards as necessary – You may placard for any class on board the vehicle,
even if it is under the placarding limit, if all other requirements are met
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Safety Marks – Large Means of Containment Placards must: – Meet the size, design and colour specifications of TDG: • Size of placards may be
reduced if insufficient display space • Must be durable and weather resistant
Safety Marks – Large Means of Containment Placards must: – Be affixed: • On both sides and ends, as a
square on a point • Before loading begins
– Removed when the
conditions are no longer being met
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Subsidiary Placards Subsidiary placards are not required, except for: • Class 1, Explosives, • Class 4.3, Water-Reactive Substances, • Class 6.1, Toxic Substances, only if placed in Packing
Group I due to inhalation toxicity, and • UN2977 and UN2978
Placard – Any Amount You must placard for any amount of the following: – Goods subject to an ERAP – Class 2.1 if intended to be transported by ship – Class 2.3, Toxic Gases – Class 4.3, Water reactive substances – Class 5.2, Organic Peroxides, Type B if subject to
control or emergency temperatures – Class 6.1, if subject to Special Provision 23 – Class 7, if subject to Category III-Yellow label – Liquids or gases in bulk containers
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Explosives Explosives in Division 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, or 1.5 must be
placarded if: – Net explosives quantity exceeds 10 kg, and not subject to Special
Provision 85 or 86 – Number of articles exceeds 1,000 if subject to Special Provision 85
or 86
For Division 1.4 – Placards required if net explosives quantity exceeds 1,000 kg – Placards not required for Division 1.4, Compatibility Group S
Placarding Exemption for 500 kg or Less For other classes,
placards are not required if the gross mass of dangerous goods does not exceed 500 kg Do not count goods in “placard any quantity” when calculating the 500 kg exemption
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Example – 500 Kilogram Exemption
Placard any quantity
Placard if over 500 kg
Identification Number Mark The identification number must
be displayed on or beside placard for: – Goods requiring an ERAP – Liquids or gases in bulk containers – For IBC’s 450L – 3000L • may placard two opposite sides with UN numbers • may display primary, subsidiary labels, UN number and shipping name on two opposite sides
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“DANGER” Placards DANGER placards
may be used for mixed loads May not be used for: – Loads of one class only – Any class that is offered
in amounts exceeding 1,000 kg gross mass
“DANGER” Placards DANGER Placards may not be
used for any of the following: – Goods that require an ERAP – Class 1 – Class 2.3 – Class 4.3 – Class 5.2, Type B, with control or
emergency temperature – Class 6.1, subject to SP 23 – Class 7, III-Yellow label – Bulk containers inside a larger means of containment
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OXIDIZING GAS Placard Oxidizing gas placard must
be displayed for: – UN1072 – UN1073 – UN3156 – UN3157
Mixed Loads of Gases If a load contains only gases in different divisions,
and one of them is Division 2.3, the Division 2.3 placard only may be displayed
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Elevated Temperature Mark Must be shown beside placard on bulk containers
of elevated temperature materials
Marine Pollutant Marking Required for Marine Pollutants going by ship Exemption for 500 kg or less Display beside class placards
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Fumigation Sign Indicates fumigated container, and date fumigant
was added Refer to shipping paper for instructions
Placarding Summary Handlers’ responsibilities – Provide and display placards where necessary – Remove placards after offloading
Carrier’s responsibilities – Display placards during trip – Replace placards if required – Remove placards when goods no longer present
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Loading and Handling
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Loading and Handling “ A person must load and secure dangerous
goods in a means of containment and load and secure a means of containment on a means of transport in such a way to prevent, under normal conditions of transport, damage to the means of containment or the means of transport that could lead to an accidental release of the dangerous goods.�
Explosives Explosives must be
segregated according to the segregation table in section 5.7
Column 1
Column 2
A
A
B
B, S
C
C, D, E, N, S
D
C, D, E, N, S
E
C, D, E, N, S
F
F, S
G
G, S
H
H, S
J
J, S
K
K, S
L
L
N
C, D, E, N, S
S
B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, N
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Loading Summary Handlers and carriers must: – Load and secure goods safely – Segregate explosives – Follow employer’s rules and guidelines
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Reporting Accidental Releases
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Accidental Releases A person must make an
immediate report for any:
Class
Qty
1
50 kg *
2 3
10 min* 200 L
– Accidental release
4
25 kg
– Imminent accidental release
5.1
50 kg or L
5.2
1 kg or L
6.1
5 kg or L
6.2
*
7
*
8
5 kg or L
9
25 kg or L
* or any quantity that could pose danger to the public
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Accidental Releases Report spills of Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 or 1.5, if: – Not SP85 or 86 then > 10 kg, or – SP85 or 86 with the number of articles > 1,000
Immediate Report If you are in charge of an accidental release: – Notify your employer – Notify provincial authority in TDG section 8.1 – Notify CANUTEC if a cylinder has exploded – Notify initial consignor – Notify owner or lease-holder of vehicle
If an immediate report is done, then a 30 day
follow-up report must be sent to Transport Canada
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Provincial Authorities Province
Authority
Alberta
the local police and the appropriate provincial authority at 1-800-272-9600
British Columbia
the local police and the Provincial Emergency Program at 1-800-663-3456
Manitoba
the Department of Conservation at (204) 945 4888and either the local police or the fire department
New Brunswick
the local police or 1-800-565-1633
Newfoundland
the local police and the Canadian Coast Guard at (709) 772-2083
Northwest Territories
the appropriate authorities at (867) 920-8130
Nova Scotia
the local police or 1-800-565-16331-800-565-1633 or (902) 426 6030
Nunavut Territory
the local police and the Nunavut Emergency Services at 1-800-693-1666
Ontario
the local police
Prince Edward Island
the local police or 1-800-565-1633
Quebec
the local police
Saskatchewan
the local police or 1-800-667-7525
Yukon Territory
the appropriate authorities at (867) 667-7244
Using the ERG The North American Emergency Response
Guidebook gives specific instructions for emergency response You can find the guides in ICC’s Shipper and Driver’s Guide
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Schedule 1 Col. 1 UN Number
Col. 2 Shipping Name and Description
Col 3 Class
Col. 4 Packing Group/ Category
Col. 5 Special Provisions
Col. 6 Explosive Limit and Limited Quantity Index
UN0418
FLARES, SURFACE
1.1G
II
UN1001
ACETYLENE, DISSOLVED
2.1
UN1263
PAINT (including paint, lacquer, enamel, …, with no more than 20 per cent nitrocellulose by mass, … or PAINT RELATED MATERIAL (including paint thinning or reducing compound)…
3
I II III
UN1830
SULFURIC ACID with more than 51 per cent … or SULPHURIC ACID
8
II
1
3 000
1
137
UN1831
SULFURIC ACID, FUMING or SULPHURIC ACID, FUMING
8 (6.1)
I
0
1 000
Forbidden
137
UN1992
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
3 (6.1)
I II III
16 16 16
0 1 5
1 000
UN2023
EPICHLOROHYDRIN
3 (6.1)
II
43
0.1
1 000
0
Col. 7 ERAP Index
Col. 8 Passenger Carrying Ship Index
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Col. 9 Passenger Carrying Road or Rail Index
Col. 10 Marine Pollutant
Col 11 ERG
10
Forbidden
112
38
0
75
Forbidden
116
59 59, 83 59, 83
0.5 5 5
Forbidden
1 5 60
Forbidden
• • •
127
Forbidden 1 60
• • •
131
5
P
131P
Reporting Summary Handlers and carriers in charge of an accidental
release must: – Call designated authorities and employer – Cooperate with emergency personnel
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Special Cases & Provincial Legislation
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TDG Special Cases Special cases used to eliminate some or all of
regulatory requirements Used for: – Small quantities, low risk situations – Situations where regulations would not be easy to apply
Full list of special cases found in TDG Part 1
500 Kilogram Exemption Exemption reduces certain requirements for
shipments of 500 kg or less – UN specification packaging is not required – TDG or other regulatory marking permitted – Shipping documentation requirements eliminated,
except for “Class ____, Means of containment ____” – Training still required – Does not apply to certain classes
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Limited Quantities Limited quantities – Details are given in TDG section 1.17
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Limited Quantity – Completing the Package Each means of containment must be – “Designed, constructed, filled, closed, secured and
maintained so that under normal contains of transport, there will be no accidental release that could endanger public safety” – Each completed package cannot exceed 30 kg gross
(TDG 1.17)
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Limited Quantity Marking Package must be marked with at least one of the
following: – LIMITED QUANTITY – LTD. QTY. – CONSUMER COMMODITY – UN Number/diamond marking – International diamond marking
Limited Quantity UN1219 Ltd. Qty. Consumer Commodity
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Residue Drums You may transport residue drums if they are: – Less than 10% full – Destined for reconditioning or refilling
No marks or labels are required Shipping document requires only:
# Class ______ Residue drums or # Residue Drums – Contents Unknown Apply DANGER placard if more than 10 drums Certain restrictions apply
Exemptions – General Operation of a means of transport 150 kg Gross Mass Exemption Dry ice Category B infectious substances Samples
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Reciprocity Reciprocity exists between Canada (TDG) and
the United States (49 CFR) – Exceptions apply, such as inhalation hazards
Carriage Inside Quebec Most provinces follow
TDG closely Quebec also uses Transportation of Dangerous Substances Regulations Truck drivers must follow both of these
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Quebec – Tunnels Quebec puts
restrictions on dangerous goods going through tunnels Placarded vehicles may not go through tunnels Further restrictions on flammable liquids and gases
Quebec – Crossings Trucks carrying dangerous goods in
quantities requiring placards must: – Stop at least 5 meters from crossings – Cross without changing gears
Above does not apply if “EXEMPT”
sign displayed instead Recommended to have sign re stopping at crossings
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Quebec – Route Restrictions Permitted transit routes
Forbidden routes
Quebec – Carrier Requirements Every carrier of dangerous goods must have: – Liability insurance – Emergency equipment
Penalties: – Fines up to $ 6,000, up to 9 demerit points – Transport safety record affected – Transport permit may be suspended
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Summary You now know: – The TDG Act and Regulations – Your responsibilities under TDG – How to transport and handle
dangerous goods
Thank you for attending this training seminar. For your transportation packaging, marking and labeling needs, call ICC Compliance Center. 1-888-977-4834 Canada 1-888-442-9628 United States www.thecompliancecenter.com
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