What is an MSDS or ADR document, if you are going to transport dangerous goods, then read on.
This is an international technical document, a material safety data sheet, which contains information about the potential hazards of certain cargoes. In this case, by dangerous substances we mean chemical products. During its industrial and domestic use, storage, transportation, disposal, a number of security risks may appear.
The development of the MSDS safety data sheet is carried out in accordance with the legislation of the country (or region) where the chemical product is manufactured or where the product is planned to be exported. Since importing countries may also have certain requirements.
The document provides detailed information about the physical and chemical properties of the material. In particular, there are special notes regarding its flammability, boiling, melting, and reactivity risks. The following points must be included in the document
· the nature of the cargo, indicating its toxicity and effects on human health
· the first aid to be given in case of adverse contact with the substance
Possible reactions during storage and transportation of the material
· methods of material preservation
· material removal methods
· the type and nature of protective equipment to be used by persons in contact with the material
· information related to the risks of its leakage.
Thus, the document provides for working with the product and giving a detailed understanding of the properties and composition of the product in question.
When producing dangerous products, the manufacturer himself must have a document attached to these products with all the detailed information related to the product.
As we understand, this document should also be available to sellers, buyers and transporters of dangerous goods. Especially in the case of cargo transportation, when the dangerous material undergoes movement, the risks associated with the influence of various external conditions increase. The cargo transport company itself may require the presence of this document when transporting dangerous goods.
This document, like a number of other documents attached to the cargo, must accompany it.
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