Cargo Acceptance - Procedures

The general procedures to be followed if there is a spill or leakage involving dangerous goods are as follows:

• Notify the immediate supervisor and get professional assistance
• Isolate the package by removing other packages or property (if it is safe to do so)
• Avoid contact with the contents of the package
• If the content comes in contact with your body or clothes:
• Thoroughly wash off your body with plenty of water
• Remove contaminated clothing
• Do not eat or smoke
• Keep hands away from eyes, mouth, and nose
• Seek medical assistance
• Staff involved in such incidents must stay on site until their names are noted or officially cleared

To learn more about Cargo Acceptance visit our IATA DGR Cargo Acceptance Online Training web page.