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Maritime Compliance 12 items

IMDG Code Dangerous Goods Carriage Inspection

Confirms declaration, packaging, marking, segregation, and stowage of dangerous goods against SOLAS Chapter VII and the IMDG Code.

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Documentation and Declaration

  • Is a Dangerous Goods Declaration provided for each consignment with correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, and packing group? *
  • Is a container/vehicle packing certificate provided for units packed with dangerous goods? *
  • Is the special (dangerous goods) manifest or stowage plan available showing location of each hazard? *

Packaging, Marking and Placarding

  • Are packages UN-approved, in sound condition, and free from leakage or damage? *
  • Are packages and units correctly marked, labelled, and placarded with class labels and marine pollutant marks as applicable? *
  • Are marine pollutants identified and declared in accordance with MARPOL Annex III? *

Segregation and Stowage

  • Are incompatible dangerous goods segregated per the IMDG segregation table and stowage codes? *
  • Are stowage category requirements (on deck / under deck) observed for each substance? *
  • Are goods requiring temperature control or ventilation stowed accordingly? *

Emergency Preparedness

  • Are the EmS (Emergency Schedules) and Medical First Aid Guide (MFAG) available and relevant to the cargo carried? *
  • Is a Document of Compliance for the carriage of dangerous goods held (where required by ship type)? *
  • Are crew familiar with response actions and protective equipment for the goods on board? *

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