IATA Handling and Inspections

Packages or overpacks that contain dangerous goods must be inspected for signs of damage or leakage upon unloading from an aircraft or unit load device. If evidence of damage or leakage is discovered during the inspection, the place where the package was stowed on the aircraft should be inspected for damage or contamination and access to the package should be restricted. These procedures also should be followed for all damaged or leaking packages with a GHS pictogram that indicates the contents of the package may pose a risk to people or the environment, even if the contents are not classified as dangerous goods.

If an operator identifies baggage or cargo that has been contaminated or that is suspected of containing a dangerous good that may be the cause of contamination, the operator must take reasonable steps to identify the contaminate before loading or unloading. If the contaminate is found, it must be isolated, and the appropriate steps must be taken to remove any hazards.

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