Guide to Dangerous Goods Handling While Shipping Guide to Dangerous Goods Handling While Shipping | Page 4

1. Recognize the Danger of Your Cargo – It is crucial for you
to know the nature of goods which have to be shipped. The
goods which seem to be nonhazardous can be hazardous
materials when it comes to shipping such as tennis balls, nail
polish, paints and perfumes. The emission of toxic fumes also
may cause the explosions after being exposed to heat. So, it is
mandatory to know the nature of your good.
2. Follow the Regulations – The transportation of cargo and
goods is a highly regulated process as human lives and property
are involved. Each mode of transport has its own set of
regulations which varies from country to country. The
regulations are for confirming the safety of goods as well as the
living beings.