The IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) code is a set of rules and regulations that have set an industry standard for safely practicing the movement of Dangerous Cargo through international territories. OOCL follows the IMDG code stringently, taking proactive measures to protect the environment while carrying these dangerous goods. The IMDG Code is broken down into the nine different classes. Under OOCL policies, we carry the classes listed below. Should you have any questions regarding D/G acceptance, please contact our customer service representative.
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Class 1.4
Explosives
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Class 2
Gases
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Class 2.2
Non-flammable Gases
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Class 2.3
Poisonous Gases
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Class 3
Flammable Liquid
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Class 4.1
Flammable Solids
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Class 4.2
Spontaneously
Combustible
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Class 4.3
Dangerous when wet
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Class 5.1
Oxidizing Agent
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Class 5.2
Organic Peroxide
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Class 6.1
Toxic Substance
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Class 7.1
Redioactive
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Class 8
Corrosive Substance
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Class 9
Misc Dangerous Goods
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Requirements for DG Documentation
What are the requirements for DG documentation? Please see the following file for the specifics and for regulatory references.
Requirements for DG Documentation
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How do I Start?
The IMDG form is an informative yet simple document. Filling one out correctly can help reduce complications and timing issues for your D/G cargo. Down below, we have some examples as well as a guide for your reference.
First we have the Multimodal DG form. This form needs Microsoft Excel to run correctly. It provides interactive roll over cells that have information regarding the form and how to fill it out. It is a great reference for anyone who deals with dangerous goods.
Multimodal DG form
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Second, we have some in house example that we have put together, so you can see what is on an IMDG form looks like when it is complete. We have two examples, one is a container laden with multiple D/G cargo. Second example we have is a shipper who is using a tank container. Please download below for the file.
IMDG shipping form (multi d/g container)
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IMDG shipping from (tank)
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Ready?
The IMDG form is available for download below. Please fill out the information needed. Once the form is complete, follow up with your customer service representative and submit the form.
IMDG Shipping from
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For further information on the shipment of your DG cargo, please contact your OOCL Customer Service Center in North America or Canada at 1-888-388-6625(OOCL).
Links to Related Dangerous Goods Sites
Office of Hazardous Materials Safety
http://hazmat.dot.gov/
Link to International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
http://www.imo.org/Safety/mainframe.asp?topic_id=158#1 Transport Canada Dangerous Goods Web Page
http://www.tc.gc.ca/en/menu.htm
The 10 Most Common Documentation Violations
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10 Most Common Documentation Violations with DG Shipments
Segregation Chart for the transportation of Hazardous materials
The segregation Table shows the general requirements for segregation between various classes of dangerous goods. Since the property of substances, materials or articles within each class may vary greatly, the Dangerous Goods list should always be consulted for particular provisions for segregation as, in the case of conflicting provisions, these take precedence over the general provisions
OOCL’s website provides this chart to our customers for assistance in their handling of hazardous cargo. Please click on the link to access this handy tool:-
Link to Segregation Chart
OOCL's DGSmart
DGSmart covers all parties involved in the DG transportation process: including carriers, forwarders, manufactures, port authorities, DG/chemical experts, and more.OOCL's DGSmart
DGSmart covers all parties involved in the DG transportation process: including carriers, forwarders, manufactures, port authorities, DG/chemical experts, and more.
It is a systems solution available to all interested parties, and benefits customers by:
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Providing an internet based portal as a one-stop DG transportation information system to improve efficiency of DG-related processes,
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Acting as a multi-carrier common flat for DG-related data management and achieving synergy benefits,
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Enabling various value-creating services that meet global users' individual and exact needs,
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Promoting DG knowledge-sharing at low cost.
DGSmart training is also offered to external institutions in the public sector such as Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education and one semi-government institution in Australia. Besides normal cargo transportation, our teams are well equipped and experienced in handling crisis and exceptional situations.
Dangerous Goods Customer Advisory - Emergency Response Assistance Plans (ERAP) for Canada
For further information on DGSmart, please contact wbtinfo@dgsmart.com