Transportation of dangerous goods

Transportation of hazardous cargo is a popular service in the chemical, pharmaceutical, light industry, oil refining, metalworking, construction and paint and varnish production. Hazardous substances are solids, liquids, gases that, in the event of a road accident, cause harm to human health, buildings and the environment. The main types of substances that pose a potential hazard:

• mass exploding – fireworks, charges, gunpowder, TNT, cartridges;
• flammable – chlorine, amyl acetate, pentanol, white spirit, chlorobenzene;
• toxic – ammonia, mercury, arsenic, hydrogen bromide, cyanide, fluorine, hydrocyanic acid;
• flammable – gasoline, kerosene, other petroleum products, paints and varnishes and solvents;
• self-igniting – sulfur, lithium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus;
• radioactive — plutonium, uranium, cesium, cobalt;
• corrosive — caustic alkali, phosphoric, sulfuric, nitric and other acids.

If the right transport company is chosen, transporting dangerous goods becomes a simple task. Experienced logisticians know the rules and requirements for organizing transportation, will ensure safety conditions for goods, people, buildings and the environment. The price of transporting dangerous goods is usually higher in comparison with other types, which is associated with additional risks, the complexity of preparation and implementation.

Organization of transportation of dangerous goods: selection of transport

The success of transportation operations largely depends on preparation. If logisticians have chosen the right vehicle, the risk of an accident and damage to the cargo is reduced. With a correctly planned route, the cost of transportation is reduced. The presence of the necessary accompanying documents guarantees the absence of problems with law enforcement and regulatory authorities. Organization of transportation of dangerous goods is a multi-stage process that includes the following activities:

• conclusion of an agreement;
• development of an optimal route;
• selection of a truck;
• registration of accompanying documents;
• control of the movement of vehicles and delivery.

Logisticians pay special attention to the selection of a vehicle. A special vehicle is intended for each type of hazardous substance. What types of transport are there for transporting hazardous goods:

• sealed tanks;
• tractor trucks with a trailer;
• vans.

A vehicle loaded with hazardous substances is marked with special signs indicating the hazard level. Hazard class is a conventional value that reflects the degree of possible damage to people and the environment in the event of an accident. There are 9 hazard classes, where class 1 means a substance with the most harmful potential impact. Class 9 includes substances that become hazardous under certain conditions. A vehicle for transporting hazardous substances must be equipped with the following equipment:

• wheel chocks and emergency lights;
• fire extinguisher and first aid kit;
• metal grounding chains;
• conductive rubber tapes;
• safety valves;
• protective equipment for eyes, hands, respiratory organs and other parts of the body in the event of an accident.

Special vehicles are equipped with locks and other locking mechanisms to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing the substances. The cost of transporting dangerous goods increases if special support and coordination with the traffic police are required.

Potentially explosive and toxic substances such as chlorine, nitric and sulfuric acids, mercury, manganese and cobalt are used in the production of polymers, synthetic rubber, packaging, paints and varnishes and building materials. In order to maintain an uninterrupted production process, it will be necessary to transport dangerous goods by road, taking into account the needs of the enterprise. The Neolit ​​Logistic company will provide regular supplies of raw materials.

Transportation of dangerous goods: requirements

Sending dangerous goods in Ukraine is regulated by a separate law No. 1644-III, which entered into force on 06.04.2000. In Ukraine, a similar European law enforcement act is also valid – ADR. Basic requirements for the transportation of hazardous goods:

• selection of containers taking into account the possible destructive effect upon contact with the substance;
• hermeticity of packaging, sealing and appropriate marking;
• use of wooden or plastic crates in case of fragility of the container (glass, plastic);
• reliable fixation of the container in the body of the vehicle using ropes, cables, pressure belts.

Transportation of hazardous goods by transport eliminates long downtimes and delays along the way. If the vehicle is loaded with substances of a high hazard class, driving through the central districts of the city is not allowed.

In order to legally transport hazardous goods by road, you need to obtain permits. A special certificate – admission, is received by the driver. Admission means that the driver has been trained and knows how to behave in an emergency in order to reduce harm and negative consequences. In order for hazardous cargo transportation to take place without delays and problems, you will need the following documents:

• consignment notes;
• ADR certificate for the driver;
• instructions on the procedure in case of a traffic accident;
• route approval;
• certificate of suitability and approval of the truck.

When transporting explosive goods and other potentially harmful substances, you will need a safety data sheet. The safety data sheet reflects information on the methods of processing, neutralization and storage of the hazardous substance.

Logistics of hazardous goods taking into account the type of substances

Features of the organization of the transportation process depend on the type of substances and materials. Transportation of chlorine by road requires compliance with additional rules:

• Refuelling in a sealed container at an enterprise that has the appropriate license.
• Permission to travel on public roads.
• Liability insurance for transportation participants in case of negative consequences.
• Compliance with the speed limit – no more than 70 km / h.
• Equipment of the car with signal lights and a flashing beacon.

Chlorine is transported bypassing populated areas by the shortest route with a minimum number of stops along the way. Gas is transported by road taking into account the type of gaseous substance. Gases differ in composition and require different conditions to maintain stability. Thus, when transporting ammonia by road, it is necessary to maintain a temperature below 0 ° C. Ammonia is transported in sealed tanks with an additional heat-insulating layer to maintain the required temperature.

International road transport of dangerous goods: procedure and rules

The transportation of dangerous goods by road in European countries is regulated by the ADR agreement. This is a standard that reflects the requirements for the transportation of potentially harmful substances. International road transport of dangerous goods involves the execution of the necessary documents, careful packaging and labeling.

Loading and unloading operations are carried out in specially equipped places with limited access for ordinary citizens. Loading and unloading platforms are located at a distance of at least 125 meters from residential and public buildings. Refueling of a truck is carried out in the absence of other vehicles within a radius of 25 meters. Parking is permitted at a distance of at least 200 meters from residential buildings and public buildings. In order not to have to understand the intricacies of international law on your own, entrust the transportation of flammable liquids and other potentially harmful materials to professionals.

Order transportation of dangerous goods from the company “Neolit ​​Logistic”

If you need to organize the transportation of dangerous goods by road in Ukraine or Europe, the company “Neolit ​​Logistic” will help you cope with the task. Choosing a reliable carrier is an opportunity to reduce the risks of loss of goods and delays on the road. Benefits for our clients:

• Detailed information about the service at the stage of concluding the contract – prices, total cost, terms, procedure for preparation and management.
• Assistance in drawing up accompanying documents – save yourself from red tape.
• Cargo insurance. Minimize the likelihood of financial losses due to force majeure.
• Control over the process of transportation and delivery to the address. Calmly go about your current affairs – our specialists will take care of the rest.

Contact professionals so that the road transportation of dangerous goods takes place at a high European level within the agreed time frame without problems and complications. We know how to deliver goods quickly and safely to any point in the world.