Segregation and Stowage requirements for cargo operation

Before loading any Dangerous Goods into a compartment or container, it should

be ascertained that the space is suitable for that particular cargo and that it is in a
good dry condition. All Dangerous Goods should be tightly stowed and well
secured against any movement, including chafe. Securing materials used should
be compatible with the goods themselves.

How do you determine dangerous goods

I determine dangerous goods by identifying and classifying the substances,
materials, and cargoes that are considered to be hazardous because of their
flammable, corrosive, poisonous nature, or other properties. As I have learned,
there are 9 classifications of dangerous goods. Class 1 – Explosives, Class 2 –
Gases, Class 3 - Flammable Liquids, Class 4 – Flammable Solids or Dangerous
When Wet Materials, Class 5 - Oxidizers; Organic Peroxides, Class 6 - Toxic
Substances, Infectious Substances, Class 7 - Radioactive Material, Class 8 –
Corrosives, Class 9 - Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.