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The detailed packaging requirements do not have to be met but the LQ marking requirements apply (see above)ġ2. For example, typical 2 ½ litre bottles, packed four to a box, are within the LQ limit. The same substance more diluted (PG III) has a maximum 'bottle' size of 5 litres. which means that as long as the individual 'bottles' are not larger than 1 litre, and the box does not weigh more than 30 kg, then, subject to the conditions outlined above, ADR does not apply.ġ1. From column 7a of Table A the maximum receptacle (inner packaging) size is 1 litre. Hydrochloric acid, UN 1789,(Strong PG II). Examples of limited quantity applicationġ0. There is a requirement, under certain circumstances, for the marking of a transport unit which is carrying dangerous goods in 'Limited Quantities'. In that case the minimum is 50 mm x 50 mmĩ. Mark has to be minimum 100 mm x 100 mm unless package is too small. Subject to those conditions, ADR does not apply to 'limited quantities'. There are particular LQ marking requirements (see ADR 3.4.7 and 3.4.8. For limited quantity exemptions, the general requirements for packaging (to be of good quality and suitable etc) apply, but the packaging does not have to be 'UN approved.3.4.4 has a particular requirement for certain Class 8 (corrosive) goods. This is 30kg except for shrink wrapped trays where the limit is 20 kg)ħ. 3.4.2 and 3.4.3 specify the maximum gross mass of the package into which the inner receptacle is placed. For some substances this figure is 0, and in these cases there is no LQ exemption.Ħ.

Dangerous goods are assigned an LQ 'maximum quantity per inner packaging' (Column 7a of Table A in ADR). Note however that from 1 January 2011 there are requirements to mark certain transport units when carrying more than 8 tonnes of LQ packages. Subject to those conditions being met, no other requirements of ADR apply. Retail distribution of LQ packages that have been 'broken down' is allowed, subject to certain conditions. The principle behind LQ is that an acceptable level of safety is assured providing the receptacles are in a box or shrink-wrapped tray. LQ refers to small receptacles (typically of the sort that go into the retail distribution chain) which are packed in boxes or on shrink-wrapped trays.Ĥ. It has been implemented by Regulation 3(j) Limited quantity (LQ) exemptions (ADR 3.4)ģ. This is a limited exemption permitted by ADR 1.8.3.2 which is discussed in ADR, CDG and DGSA. See also discussion in Frequently asked questions.Ģ. Note that there are documentary requirements at ADR part 5.4.1.1.6. This is not a clear exemption and not everything is exempt. Empty uncleaned packaging (ADR 1.1.3.5).Some carriage of liquid fuels (ADR 1.1.3.3).

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For LPG there is an industry Code of Practice (LPGA COP 26) dealing with their safe removal and carriage In this context 'static' means not designed for transport of dangerous goods. Uncleaned empty static storage vessels that have contained certain gases, class 3 (flammable liquids – PG II and III only) or class 9 (miscellaneous).Emergency transport intended to save life or protect the environment.This is intended to allow the necessary emergency response to be completed, and not for wider purposes. Carriage by or under the supervision of the emergency services.A journey taking dangerous goods to 're-supply' the above example will not be covered by this exemption (but other exemptions may apply).

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A driver taking dangerous goods with him for use with some machine or process that will be operated on arrival will be exempt.For the present the following guidance is offered. Note the second part of this exemption which limits its scope. Carriage that is 'ancillary' to main activity.Carriage of machinery which happens to contain dangerous goods.

The CDG Regulations introduce limits for private carriage of Class 1 goods (explosives). Note that other legislation may limit carriage of petrol etc. There are now limits on the total quantity that may be carried under this exemption. ADR itself has exemptions set out in part 1.1.3. There are direct exemptions and derogationsġ.

from the 'Dangerous Goods Directive' (DGD), as implemented by CDG Regs.

Exemptions arising from the Dangerous Goods Directive.

Limited quantity (LQ) exemptions (ADR 3.4).

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