New Edition of International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code Available from Labelmaster®
Publication is a must for anyone handling packaged dangerous goods and maritime pollutants by sea
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - (October 1, 2008) - Many maritime countries have taken steps to regulate the carriage of marine pollutants in packaged form. Shippers can turn to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code as the authoritative text on all aspects of handling packaged dangerous goods and marine pollutants by sea. The new edition of the IMDG Code will be available from Labelmaster, a U.S.-based manufacturer of hazardous materials and regulatory compliance products, on October 27. You can start using the publication from January 1st 2009, but usage is mandatory as of January 1st 2010.
Included in the IMDG Code are detailed requirements for labeling, marking, and documentation, and training provisions for articles defined as dangerous. The Code also includes packaging requirements for each article, as well as testing procedures for large and small packages.
First published in 1965, the 34th edition of the IMDG Code includes the following new features:
o EmS numbers are added to Column 15 of the Dangerous Goods List
o Substantial changes to the Dangerous Goods List
o Revisions to the construction and testing of packages and IBCs
o New recommendations for the training needs of shore side personnel
The IMDG Code is available at $219.00 for a two-volume, perfect-bound set, or on a USB drive or CD at $495. The IMDG Code Supplement is also available for $109.00 each. Special pricing is available for five copies or more. To order, please call 1-800-621-5808 or email sales@labelmaster.com.
For additional information on IMDG Code products visit:
IMDG Code: www.labelmaster.com/IMDGCode;
IMDG Code Supplement: www.labelmaster.com/IMDGCodeSupplement;
IMDG Code USB Drive: www.labelmaster.com/IMDGRegstick;
IMDG Code Software:www.labelmaster.com/IMDGCodeCD.
Labelmaster, established in 1967, is a developer, manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of hazardous materials compliance products, including labels, forms, packaging, software, and publications. The company's 40 years of experience in providing regulatory information and products for all transportation modes make it especially qualified as a total compliance resource. For additional information visit www.labelmaster.com.
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