# Handling and Storage of Dangerous Goods

*Last updated: 2026-06-24*

> Freight forwarders, warehouse operators, and shippers handling dangerous goods must comply with a layered framework of national and international regulations.

Freight forwarders, warehouse operators, and shippers handling dangerous goods must comply with a layered framework of national and international regulations. The applicable ruleset depends on the mode of transport: ADR for road, the IMDG Code for sea freight, and the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for air cargo. These rules govern how explosive, flammable, toxic, corrosive, or radioactive substances must be packaged, labelled, transported, and stored. Storage facilities must be segregated by hazard class and properly equipped; all personnel involved require certified training kept current through regular refresher courses. Comprehensive documentation—transport declarations, safety data sheets, emergency response information—is mandatory at every stage of the chain. Unlike standard cargo, dangerous goods demand continuous risk monitoring throughout the supply chain to protect people, the environment, and property.

**Source:** [https://unece.org/transport/dangerous-goods](https://unece.org/transport/dangerous-goods)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Handling and Storage of Dangerous Goods |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 124 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-24 |
| Source | https://unece.org/transport/dangerous-goods |

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