Carriage of dangerous goods

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These pages promote the safe carriage of dangerous goods and compliance with regulations.

Safety Alert

Information on current safety alerts involving the carriage of dangerous goods.


International and national carriage of dangerous goods

Why regulation is required for carrying dangerous goods nationally (within GB) and internationally.


Domestic regulations

The Carriage of Dangerous Goods Regulations 2007.


Training and professional roles in dangerous goods transport

Details of training schemes and roles within the dangerous goods sector.


Packaging

Information for users of freight vehicles with tanks and transportable pressure equipment, and inspection bodies.


Exceptions

Details of authorisations, exemptions, multilateral agreements and notices allowing deviations from ADR/RID requirements.


Meetings

Proposed meetings and other information regarding the transport of dangerous goods.


Guidance

Free guidance publications on the carriage of dangerous goods.


Useful links

Online information on the carriage of dangerous goods.

Published:
14 February 2001
Last update:
26 November 2007

Contact us

Contact details for DfT's Dangerous Goods Division, and some tips for enquirers.

Published:
08 August 2006
Last update:
18 September 2006