DG Air Freight provides professional services for packing, documentation, storage, training, consultancy and logistics of moving dangerous goods, safely and efficiently.

1. DG Air Freight is specialized in all aspects of safe transport of dangerous goods (ICAO/IATA/IMO/ADR).
Moving any hazardous materials, by any mode of transport, requires expert know-how and services to
ensure that national and international rules, regulations and requirements are duly met.
DG Air Freight provides professional services for packing, documentation, storage, training, consultancy
and logistics of moving dangerous goods, safely and efficiently.
Products related to the shipping of dangerous goods are offered for sale. Transport Security services,
certified Security Training programs and an impressive range of dangerous goods software solutions
complete DG Air Freight service and product pallet.
Visit our site for more information on dangerous goods transport, or call 1300 302 285 for
enquiries.

2. Choosing Your
Freight Company
Well
In this modern day and time, more and more
companies export their products across the
world. These companies need to make sure that
they are transacting their business operations
with a credible freight forwarder since they are
the link that makes the task a success.
Dangerous goods transport must be managed
by the best firm in your area so that you can
ensure safety and security. Exporting hazardous
materials is not easy and there are
requirements to meet. You need to get the
approval of the authorities before you can
transfer your goods. However, your freight
company can settle things for you so that you
can transport domestically or internationally
with ease.
It is practical to hire an experienced firm since
they have knowledgeable and proficient staff
who can handle your products properly. You
can have peace of mind knowing that accidents
will never happen due to poor services. Most of
them have undergone training and have
experience to make them suitable for the job. It
means that it is completely hassle free to hire
their services. You can also see the worth of
cash that you have allocated on their services
since they can provide you with quality. A
company that has long time experience in its
industry can skip various trial and errors in their
transactions. They can deliver on time without
damages.
How will you know which firm to
choose?
1. They have vehicles that allow them to
transfer via sea, road, and air.
2. All their vehicles used for transport are
designed for safety and security of your
products.
3. They specialise in moving goods that are
similar to your products.
4. The features of their vehicles meet the
requirements set by the authorities.
5. All the vehicles that they use in sea, road, and
air are all licensed and maneuvered by
professionals.
6. They are able to provide you with a good
insurance coverage.
7. They are accurate in their processes
especially when it comes to dangerous goods
transport.
8. They can be flexible for your needs and
charge fairly.
9. They are able to discuss and help you with
your requirements as a sender.
10. They are able to pack your items with
quality materials and procedures.
If your company is situated in Australia, take
time to research and find out which freight
company suits your preferences. Know the
requirements for transferring hazardous
materials from the authorities so that you can
be prepared as a sender and compare it with
your prospective firm as well. Make sure that
your business transactions liaise with the rules
of your country when it comes to dangerous
goods transport so that everything will go
smoothly for everyone. Always go for the best
firn in the county and avoid risks.
Visit our site for more information on dangerous goods transport, or call 1300 302 285 for
enquiries.

3. Facts About The
Transportation Of
Dangerous Goods
In Australia
Dangerous goods are materials and
components that are flammable, toxic, and
harmful when exposed to the public. The
transportation of dangerous goods by road, sea
or air requires strict processes and guidelines.
Certain requirements from the authorities must
be met so that the transfer will be allowed. All
of these tight and careful processes must be
followed accordingly to ensure the safety of the
people managing the delivery, the public, and
the environment. If you are a company that
manufactures hazardous materials and you
want to export your products locally or
internationally, be responsible to opt for the
most reliable freight forwarder in your area to
avoid impediment and harmful errors that can
put your business and the environment at
stake.
When you choose a freight company, know if
they specialize in transferring materials which
are similar to your goods. Know the number of
years that they have in the industry and how
successful they manage sensitive and hazardous
items. Hazardous materials are classified before
they are moved and the classification is outlined
in ADG or Australian Code for the
transportation of Dangerous Goods. Below are
the classes:
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Class 1 - Explosives
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Class 2 - Gases
Class 3 - Flammable Liquids
Class 4 - Flammable Solids (Substances
that when exposed to water can
flammable gases.)
Class 5 - Oxidizing Substances and
Organic Peroxide
Class 6 - Toxic and Infectious
Substances
Class 7 - Radioactive Material
Class 8 - Corrosive Substances
Class 9 - Miscellaneous Dangerous
Substances and Articles
After the goods are classified, they are labeled
according to their class and documented. Labels
serve as first alert to the people managing the
transfer. The driver of the vehicle where the
goods will be carried will hold a copy of the
documents of the materials that he will deliver.
The driver must also hold a dangerous goods
driver license. There are certain rules when
transferring dangerous goods by road, air, or
sea and failure to follow these rules must face
penalties. It could be financial or imprisonment.
The freight forwarders that manage these
materials must have proper training and
experience. You can only find proficient ones
from credible and authorised freight
companies.
Freight forwarders from registered and reliable
companies have adequate training on packing
and handling. All of their quality services are
provided to ensure that your products will
arrive in their destinations in one piece safely.
All of the vehicles that they use to move
hazardous materials are designed to secure the
items and the safety of everyone. Every
instruction provided to the freight forwarders
must be followed to ensure safety and to meet
Visit our site for more information on dangerous goods transport, or call 1300 302 285 for
enquiries.

4. the expectations of the receiver, sender, and
the authorities.
How To Send
Dangerous Goods
Safely And Legally
As a company that sends off dangerous goods
by air in Australia, you need to make sure that
every process is done legally since this is the
closest way of ensuring safety. As much as
possible, hazardous materials are not to be sent
by air unless they are urgently needed. They are
usually transported via road or sea and only an
experienced and credible freight company must
be trusted to do the task. Since safety is the
responsibility of everybody involve in the
delivery, a company must find a reliable freight
company that specialises in transporting certain
hazardous materials that are similar to their
products. Why? They can properly pack, mark,
label, handle, and document the items.
They have knowledge about the content of the
materials that they are managing and this
makes them execute the right processes so that
no lives will be put at risk. They can transact
with the authorities on your behalf to make the
import or export process run smooth. The
people managing the dangerous goods are
properly trained and suitable for the job. If you
want to get away from failure of sending your
items, you need the services of an authorised
freight company since they can meet the
requirements that are provided by the
authorities. As a sender, they can also assist you
comply with your own requirements. Know
which freight forwarders in your area can carry
dangerous goods.
Sending off your hazardous products by road is
the most common alternative since there is less
impediment. Upon the declaration of your
items, your driver will know where to store
them in the vehicle and they will have a
document of your items with them during the
transport. Not being able to meet the
requirements set by the authorities will enable
you to pay financial penalties or you will be
imprisoned for seven years. If you are new to
sending dangerous goods and want to make
sure of every step that you take, seek the advice
of the right freight forwarder first. This will
make you aware of the dos and don'ts in the
process.
There are special precautions to be followed
when transferring your products, this depends
on the danger level of the content of your
materials. Your goods will be classified
according to how dangerous they are. The
regulations that everybody involved in the
process must deal with is for safety and for the
efficiency of the whole process. If you want
your company to skip various hassles and make
your import run smooth and fast, opt for a
freight company that is licensed, authorized,
experienced, and offers the best insurance
coverage in your area.
Visit our site for more information on dangerous goods transport, or call 1300 302 285 for
enquiries.