Cargo Acceptance - Hazard Labels

Hazard labels are required to be used on packages and overpacks as specified in DGR 4.2 List of Dangerous Goods, column D.

All hazard labels must be in the form of a square, with minimum dimensions of 100 x 100 mm, set at a 45° angle (diamond shaped).

Text indicating the nature of the risk may be included in the lower half of the label in addition to the class, division number, or compatibility group. The text should be in English, unless otherwise required by the State of origin. If another language is used, the English translation must be provided.

A primary hazard label is specified for each listed article and substance, and a secondary hazard label or labels must also be applied for any subsidiary risks. The labels identifying the primary and subsidiary hazards must bear the class or division number, as required.

If different items of dangerous goods are packed in the same outer packaging and require multiple hazard labels, the labels must be affixed next to each other. Similarly, if there are labels identifying primary and subsidiary risks, they must be affixed next to each other on the same surface of the package.

Labels required on packages within an overpack must be clearly visible through the overpack or reproduced on the outside of the overpack. Only one hazard label is required per class or division contained within the overpack.

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