Page 7 - Al-Rashed Newsletter April 19

POTPOURRI
AIR- DG CARGO AND ITS HANDLING

Dangerous Goods are those articles or substances which are capable of posing a
significant risk to health, safety, property and environment while transported by air.

- DANGEROUS GOODS CLASSES
- EXPLOSIVES
- GASES
- FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
- FLAMMABLE SOLIDS
- OXIDIZER SUBSTANCES
- TOXIC & INFECTION SUB
- RADIOACTIVE
- CORROSIVES
- MISCELLANEOUS

DG Cargo Regulations (DGR) are updated on a yearly basis by IATA (International
Air Transport Association)

While sending out DG cargo, ensure proper marking and labeling are there on the
package:
- Ensure the following while accepting air cargo:
- Properly investigate before accepting any cargo.
- DG cargo should only be handled by agents with valid license
- Ensure to follow rules and regulations as mandated by DGR.
- Customer to provide 24 hours emergency contact required for DG shipments.

Adnan Qureshi
Sr. Business Development Manager