Dangerous Goods Regulations - 2017 Training Handout CATEGORIES 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12

DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS – 2017
Training Handout
CATEGORIES 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12
DANGEROUS GOODS TRAINING HANDBOOK HB – 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 SEJ-GS-2008-DGTH2-11
Table of Contents Date 01-01-17
Table of Contents
BASIS OF DGR REGULATIONS............................................................................................................................................................. 5
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR TRAINING CURRICULA (TABLE 1.5.A OF IATA DGR) ..........................................................................6
1. INDIAN LEGAL REGIME .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1. THE AIRCRAFT ACT, 1934 .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1.1. Section 5 – Power of Central Government to make rules: ............................................................................................... 7
1.1.2. Section 10 –Penalty for act in contravention of rule made under this Act ...................................................................... 7
1.2. RULE 8 OF THE AIRCRAFT RULES, 1937.............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.3. THE AIRCRAFT RULES 2003 – CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS .......................................................................................................... 8
1.3.1. Rule 1 – Short title, extent and application...................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.2. Rule 2 – Definitions and Interpretation............................................................................................................................ 8
1.3.3. Rule 3 – Carriage of dangerous goods by air. ................................................................................................................ 10
1.3.4. Rule 4 – Custody of unauthorized Dangerous Goods ..................................................................................................... 10
1.3.5. Rule 4A – Classification of Dangerous goods ................................................................................................................. 11
1.3.6. Rule 5 – Packing ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
1.3.7. Rule 6 – Labeling ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
1.3.8. Rule 7 – Marking ............................................................................................................................................................ 11
1.3.9. Rule 8 – Shipper's responsibilities .................................................................................................................................. 12
1.3.10. Rule 9 – Operator's Responsibilities ............................................................................................................................... 12
1.3.11. Rule 10 – Provision of Information ................................................................................................................................ 13
1.3.12. Rule 10A – Inspection..................................................................................................................................................... 14
1.3.13. Rule 11 – Dangerous Goods Accidents and Incidents .................................................................................................... 14
1.3.14. Rule 12 – Requirement of Training ................................................................................................................................ 15
1.3.15. Rule 12A – Establishment and Approval of Training Programme.................................................................................. 15
1.3.16. Rule 13 – Directions by Director-General ....................................................................................................................... 16
1.3.17. Rule 14 – General Power to exempt .............................................................................................................................. 16
1.3.18. Rule 15 – Cancellation or suspension of license, certificate and approval .................................................................... 16
2. GENERAL PHILOSOPHY ............................................................................................................................................................ 17
2.1 BASIC CONSIDERATIONS WHILE TRANSPORTING DANGEROUS GOODS BY AIR ............................................................................................ 17
2.2 CLASSIFICATION (REFER SECTION 3 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) .............................................................................................................. 17
2.3 PROHIBITIONS (REFER SECTION 2 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ................................................................................................................ 17
2.4 TRAINING (REFER SECTION 1.5 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ................................................................................................................... 17
2.5 PACKAGING (REFER SECTION 6 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) .................................................................................................................... 17
2.6 MARKING AND LABELING (REFER SECTION 7 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) .................................................................................................. 17
2.7 DOCUMENTATION (REFER SECTION 8 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ........................................................................................................... 17
2.8 NOTIFICATION TO PILOT-IN-COMMAND (REFER SECTION 9.5 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ............................................................................ 18
2.9 AVOIDING HIDDEN HAZARDS (REFER SECTION 2.2 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) .......................................................................................... 18
2.10 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING (REFER SECTION 9.6 OF IATA DGR MANUAL)..................................................................................... 18
2.11 DEFINITION OF DANGEROUS GOODS ............................................................................................................................................... 18
2.12 BASIS OF DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS (REFER IATA DGR 1.1) .................................................................................................. 18
2.13 SHIPPER’S RESPONSIBILITIES (REFER IATA DGR 1.3) ......................................................................................................................... 18
2.14 OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES (REFER IATA DGR 1.4) ..................................................................................................................... 19
2.15 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (REFER IATA DGR 1.5) ........................................................................................................................... 19
2.16 DANGEROUS GOODS SECURITY (REFER IATA DGR 1.6) ..................................................................................................................... 19
2.17 PROVISION OF INFORMATION TO PASSENGERS (REFER IATA DGR 9.5.2) .............................................................................................. 19
3. LIMITATIONS (REFER SECTION 2 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ........................................................................................................ 23
3.1. ACCEPTABLE DANGEROUS GOODS .................................................................................................................................................. 23
3.2. FORBIDDEN DANGEROUS GOODS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE (REFER IATA DGR 2.1.1) ......................................................................... 23
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3.3. RECOGNITION OF HIDDEN DANGEROUS GOODS (REFER IATA DGR 2.2) ............................................................................................... 23
3.4. PROVISIONS FOR DANGEROUS GOODS CARRIED BY PASSENGER OR CREW ............................................................................................... 27
3.5. DANGEROUS GOODS PERMITTED IN PASSENGER BAGGAGE ................................................................................................................. 30
3.5.1. Alcoholic beverages ....................................................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.2. Avalanche rescue backpack ........................................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.3. Boxed cartridges ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
3.5.4. Cardiac pacemakers....................................................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.5. Devices ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.6. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices ....................................................................................................... 31
3.5.7. Dry Ice ............................................................................................................................................................................ 31
3.5.8. Gaseous oxygen cylinder................................................................................................................................................ 32
3.5.9. Hair curlers ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.5.10. Heat producing articles .................................................................................................................................................. 32
3.5.11. Lithium Battery-Powered Electronic Devices ................................................................................................................. 32
3.5.12. Medicinal or toiletry articles & Aerosols in Division 2.2 ................................................................................................ 32
3.5.13. Mercurial barometer or thermometers ......................................................................................................................... 33
3.5.14. Medical or clinical thermometers .................................................................................................................................. 33
3.5.15. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices ....................................................................................................... 33
3.5.16. Portable electronic devices (Including Medical Devices) containing Batteries ............................................................. 34
3.5.17. Electronic Cigarettes Containing Batteries .................................................................................................................... 34
3.5.18. Safety matches or lighters ............................................................................................................................................. 34
3.6. DANGEROUS GOODS IN OPERATOR’S PROPERTY................................................................................................................................. 36
3.7. DANGEROUS GOODS IN EXCEPTED QUANTITIES ................................................................................................................................. 37
3.8. DANGEROUS GOODS IN EXCEPTED QUANTITIES ................................................................................................................................. 38
4. CLASSIFICATION ...................................................................................................................................................................... 39
4.1. CLASS 1: EXPLOSIVES ................................................................................................................................................................... 39
4.2. CLASS 2: GASES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 40
4.3. CLASS 3: FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS....................................................................................................................................................... 40
4.4. CLASS 4: FLAMMABLE SOLIDS ........................................................................................................................................................ 40
4.5. CLASS 5: OXIDIZING SUBSTANCES AND ORGANIC PEROXIDES ............................................................................................................... 40
4.6. CLASS 6: TOXIC AND INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES .................................................................................................................................. 41
4.7. CLASS 7: RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL .................................................................................................................................................. 41
4.8. CLASS 8: CORROSIVE .................................................................................................................................................................... 41
4.9. CLASS 9: MISCELLANEOUS DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES AND ARTICLES, INCLUDING ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES...................... 41
5. IDENTIFICATION (REFER SECTION 4 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ................................................................................................... 43
5.1. LIST OF DANGEROUS GOODS ......................................................................................................................................................... 43
6. MARKING AND LABELING (REFER SECTION 7 OF IATA DGR MANUAL) ..................................................................................... 45
6.1. MARKING .................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
6.2. LABELING ................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
6.2.1 HAZARD LABELS ............................................................................................................................................................. 47
6.2.2 HANDLING LABELS ......................................................................................................................................................... 51
6.3 REPLACEMENT OF LABELS.............................................................................................................................................................. 52
7. STORAGE AND LOADING ......................................................................................................................................................... 53
7.1. PROTECTION FROM DAMAGE ......................................................................................................................................................... 53
7.2. INSPECTION OF PACKAGES OF DANGEROUS GOODS ............................................................................................................................ 53
7.3. SECURING AND SEPARATING OF DANGEROUS GOODS ........................................................................................................................ 53
7.4. LOADING RESTRICTIONS ON FLIGHT DECK AND PASSENGER AIRCRAFT. ................................................................................................... 53
7.5. CARGO COMPARTMENT CLASSIFICATION .......................................................................................................................................... 54
7.6. LOADING OF INCOMPATIBLE DANGEROUS GOODS ............................................................................................................................. 54
7.7. SEGREGATION OF PACKAGES (IATA DGR TABLE 9.3.A)...................................................................................................................... 55
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7.8. STOWAGE OF TOXIC AND INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES ............................................................................................................................ 56

7.9. LOADING OF PACKAGES CONTAINING LIQUID DANGEROUS GOODS ....................................................................................................... 57
7.10. LOADING OF MAGNETIZED MATERIALS ........................................................................................................................................... 57
7.11. LOADING OF CARBON DIOXIDE, SOLID (DRY ICE) ............................................................................................................................... 57
7.12. LOADING OF EXPANDABLE POLYMERIC BEADS .................................................................................................................................. 57
7.13. LOADING OF LIVE ANIMALS WITH DANGEROUS GOODS ...................................................................................................................... 57
7.14. LOADING OF WHEELCHAIRS OR OTHER MOBILITY AIDS AS CHECKED BAGGAGE ........................................................................................ 58
8. PROVISION OF INFORMATION (REFER SECTION 9 OF IATA DGR MANUAL ............................................................................... 59
8.1 PILOT-IN-COMMAND – NOTIFICATION TO CAPTAIN (NOTOC) ............................................................................................................. 59
8.2 INFORMATION BY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND IN CASE OF IN-FLIGHT EMERGENCY....................................................................................... 60
9. DANGEROUS GOODS EMERGENCY RESPONSE......................................................................................................................... 63
9.1. EMERGENCY RESPONSE AS PER CLASSES ................................................................................................................................ 63
CLASS 1 - EXPLOSIVES................................................................................................................................................................................ 63
CLASS 2 - GASES ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
CLASS 3 – FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS .................................................................................................................................................................. 63
CLASS 4 – FLAMMABLE SOLIDS ................................................................................................................................................................... 64
CLASS 5 – OXIDIZING SUBSTANCES AND ORGANIC PEROXIDES ........................................................................................................................... 64
DIVISION 6.1 – TOXIC (POISONOUS) SUBSTANCES .......................................................................................................................................... 64
DIVISION 6.2 – INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES ...................................................................................................................................................... 65
CLASS 7 – RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS ............................................................................................................................................................ 65
CLASS 8 – CORROSIVES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 66
CLASS 9- MISCELLANEOUS DANGEROUS GOODS............................................................................................................................................. 66
9.2. GENERAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES................................................................................................................................................ 67
9.2.1. Passenger handling staff and Security Screening Personnel.......................................................................................... 67
9.2.2. Ramp and Warehouse Personnel ................................................................................................................................... 67
9.2.3. Flight Crew (CATEGORY 10) ........................................................................................................................................... 67
Flight Crew (CATEGORY 10) ............................................................................................................................................................. 67
CHECKLIST FOR DANGEROUS GOODS INCIDENTS ........................................................................................................................... 67
9.2.4. Cabin Crew (CATEGORY 11) ........................................................................................................................................... 69
TABLE 1 : BATTERY / PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE (PED) FIRE / SMOKE ............................................................................................................ 69
TABLE 2 : OVERHEAD BIN BATTERY / PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE (PED} FIRE / SMOKE ....................................................................................... 70
TABLE 3 : OVERHEATED BATTERY / ELECTRICAL SMELL INVOLVING A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE (PED) - NO VISIBLE FIRE OR SMOKE ........................... 71
TABLE 4 : PED INADVERTENTLY CRUSHED OR DAMAGED IN ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE SEAT .................................................................................... 72
TABLE 5 : FIRE INVOLVING DANGEROUS GOODS .............................................................................................................................................. 72
TABLE 6 : SPILLAGE OR LEAKAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS .................................................................................................................................. 73
9.3. DANGEROUS GOODS IN CARGO HOLDS ............................................................................................................................................ 73
9.4. CONTAMINATED CARGO OR BAGGAGE HANDLING .............................................................................................................................. 74
9.5. INFORMATION TO EMERGENCY SERVICES .......................................................................................................................................... 74
9.6. REPORTING OF INCIDENTS AND ACCIDENTS ....................................................................................................................................... 74
9.6.1. Dangerous goods accident............................................................................................................................................. 74
9.6.2. Dangerous goods incident ............................................................................................................................................. 74
9.6.3. Reporting Of Undeclared or Mis-Declared Dangerous Goods ....................................................................................... 74
9.7. EMERGENCY RESPONSE CHART (GROUND INCIDENTS) ........................................................................................................................ 75
9.8 TABLE 4.1 - AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY RESPONSE DRILLS ( FOR FLIGHT CREW) ............................................................................................ 76
10. 2017 LITHIUM BATTERY GUIDANCE DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................. 79
11. APPENDIX A - SPICEJET DANGEROUS GOODS CARRIAGE POLICY ......................................................................................... 83
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1. INDIAN LEGAL REGIME

The Aircraft Act, 1934 is a voluminous document dealing with all respects of Civil Aviation in India. Given
hereunder are only those parts dealing with carriage of Dangerous Goods.
1.1. The Aircraft Act, 1934
1.1.1. Section 5 – Power of Central Government to make rules:
Sub section 2, Clause (l) Small (L) provides that the central government may make rules in regard to the
prohibition and regulation of the carriage in aircraft of any specified article or substance.
Accordingly The Aircraft (carriage of dangerous Goods) rules 2003 have been made by the central government is
exercising of this power.
1.1.2. Section 10 –Penalty for act in contravention of rule made under this Act
(1) If any person contravenes any provisions of any rules made under clause (1) of sub-section (2) of section 5
prohibiting or regulating the carriage in aircraft of arms, explosives or other Dangerous goods, or when
required under the rules made under that clause to give information which is false and which he either
knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true he, and if he is not the owner, the owner also
(unless the owner proves that the offence was committed without his knowledge, consent or connivance)
shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to two years and shall also be liable to fine
which may extend to Rupees ten lakhs.
1.2. Rule 8 of the Aircraft rules, 1937
Carriage of arms, ammunition, explosives, military stores, etc. –
1. No person shall carry or cause or permit to be carried in any aircraft to, from, within or over India, any
arms, ammunitions, munitions of war, implements of war, explosives and military stores, except with the
written permission of the Central Government and subject to the terms and conditions of such permission.
2. Where the carriage of any goods is permitted under sub-rule (1), it shall be the duty of the pilot, the
consignor and every person concerned with the booking, handling or carriage of such goods, to take all
precautions to avoid danger to the aircraft or to the persons on board or to any other person or property
and in particular, to ensure that:-
a. The goods are so packed, protected and secured as to avoid any possibility of them being a source of
danger
b. The goods are so carried as not to be accessible to the passengers on board the aircraft
c. The nature of the goods is clearly and conspicuously marked on the package containing them.
3. The consignor of such goods shall give the operator a written notice specifying the nature, weight and
quantity of the goods and the name and full address of the consignee; and the operator shall inform the
pilot-in-command of the aircraft of all such particulars before the goods are placed on board the aircraft.
4. Where any officer, authorized in this behalf by the Central Government, has reasons to believe that the
provisions of this rule are, or are about to be, contravened, he may cause such goods to be placed under his
custody pending detailed examination of the nature of the goods or pending a decision regarding the action,
if any, to be taken in the matter.
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1.3. The Aircraft Rules 2003 – Carriage of Dangerous Goods

1.3.1. Rule 1 – Short title, extent and application
i. These rules may be called the Aircraft (Carriage of Dangerous Goods) Rules, 2003.
ii. They extend to whole of India and apply also –

a. to aircraft registered in India or aircraft operated by an operator who has his principal place of business
or permanent place of residence in India, wherever they may be
b. to all aircraft for the time being in or over India
c. to persons operating air transport services to, from, within and over
iii. India, shippers of dangerous goods or their agents.
iv. They shall come into force on the date of their final publication in the Official Gazette.
1.3.2. Rule 2 – Definitions and Interpretation
In these rules, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context -
I. "Aerodrome" means any definite or limited ground or water area intended to be used, either wholly or in
part, for the landing or departure of aircraft, and includes all buildings, sheds, vessels, piers and other
structures thereon or appertaining thereto;
II. "Aircraft" means any machine which can derive support in the atmosphere from reactions of the air other
than reactions of the air against the earth's surface and includes balloons whether fixed or free, airships,
kites, gliders and flying machines;
III. "Cargo Aircraft" means any aircraft, other than a passenger aircraft, which is carrying goods or property;
IV. "Crew Member" means a person assigned by an operator to duty on an aircraft during a flight duty period;
V. "Dangerous Goods" means articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety,
property or the environment and which are listed as such in the Technical Instructions or which are
classified according to the Technical Instructions;
VI. "Dangerous Goods accident" means an occurrence associated with and related to the transport of
dangerous goods by air which results in fatal or serious injury to a person or major property damage;
VII. "Dangerous Goods incident" means an occurrence, other than a dangerous goods accident, associated
with and related to the transport of dangerous goods by air, not necessarily occurring on board an aircraft,
which results in injury to a person, damage to property, fire, breakage, spillage, leakage of fluid or
radiation or other evidence that the integrity of the packaging has not been maintained and also includes
any occurrence relating to the transport of dangerous goods which seriously jeopardizes the aircraft or its
occupants;
VIII. "Director-General" means Director General of Civil Aviation;
IX. "Flight Crew member" means a licensed crew member charged with duties essential to the operation of
an aircraft during a flight duty period;
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X. "Operator" means a person, organization or enterprise engaged in or offering to engage in an aircraft

operation;
XI. "Overpack" means an enclosure used by a single shipper to contain one or more packages and to form
one handling unit for convenience of handling and stowage;
XII. "Package" means the complete product of the packing operation consisting of the packaging and its
contents prepared for transport;
XIII. "Packaging" means receptacles and any other components or materials necessary for the receptacle to
perform its containment function;
XIV. "Passenger Aircraft" means an aircraft that carries any person other than a crew member, an operator's
employee in an official capacity, an authorized representative of an appropriate national authority or a
person accompanying a consignment or other cargo;
XV. "Pilot-In-Command" means the pilot designated by the operator, or in the case of general aviation by the
owner, as being in command and charged with the safe conduct of a flight;
XVI. "Serious Injury" means an injury which is sustained by a person in an accident and which:
a. requires hospitalization for more than 48 hours, commencing within seven days from the date the injury
was received; or
b. results in a fracture of any bone (except simple fractures of figures, toes or nose); or
c. involves lacerations which cause severe hemorrhage, nerve, muscle or tendon damage; or
d. involves injury to any internal organ; or
e. involves second or third degree burns, or any burns affecting more than five per cent of the body surface;
or
f. involves verified exposure to infectious substances or injurious radiation;
XVII. “State of origin” means the State in the territory of which the dangerous goods were first loaded on an
aircraft.
XVIII. "State of the operator" means the State in which the operator's principal place of business is located or, if
there is no such place of business, the operator's permanent place of residence;
XIX. "Technical Instructions" means the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by
Air issued by the International Civil Aviation Organization;
XX. "UN number" means the four-digit number assigned by the United Nations Committee of Experts on the
Transport of Dangerous Goods to identify a substance or a particular group of substances;
XXI. "Unit Load Device" means any type of freight container, aircraft container or aircraft pallet with a net, but
excluding an over pack, designed for loading on an aircraft.
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1.3.3. Rule 3 – Carriage of dangerous goods by air.

1) No operator shall engage in the carriage of dangerous goods unless it has been certified by the aeronautical
authority of the State of the operator to carry the dangerous goods.
2) No operator shall carry and no person shall cause or permit to be carried in any aircraft to, from, within or
over India or deliver or cause to be delivered for loading on such aircraft any dangerous goods, except in
accordance with and subject to the requirements specified in the Technical Instructions: Provided that
dangerous goods classified as explosives shall not be carried in any aircraft to, from, within or over India
except in accordance with and subject to the terms and conditions of a permission in writing granted by the
Central Government under rule 8 of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
Provided further that where dangerous goods classified as radioactive material are to be carried in any aircraft to,
from or within India, the operator shall ensure that the consignor or the consignee, as the case may be, has
written consent of the Central Government to carry such goods under section 16 of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962
(33 of 1962).
Provided also that where there is extreme emergency such as national or international crisis or natural calamities
or otherwise necessitating transportation by air of such goods and full compliance with the requirements
specified in the Technical Instructions may adversely affect the public interest, the Director-General or any other
officer authorized in this behalf by the Central Government may, by general or special order in writing, grant
exemption from complying with these requirements provided that he is satisfied that every effort has been made
to achieve an overall level of safety in the transportation of such goods which is equivalent to the level of safety
specified in the Technical Instructions.
3) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-rule (2), the articles and substances that are specifically
identified by name or by generic description in the Technical Instructions as being forbidden for transport by
air under any circumstances, shall not be carried on any aircraft.
4) The provisions of sub-rules (1) and (2) shall not apply to-
a. The articles and substances classified as dangerous goods but otherwise required to be on board the
aircraft in accordance with the pertinent airworthiness requirements and the operating regulations, or
for such specialized purposes as are identified in the Technical Instructions.
b. Specific articles and substances carried by passengers or crew members to the extent specified in the
Technical Instructions.
5) Where dangerous goods are carried under sub-rule (2), it shall be the duty of the shipper, the operator and
every person concerned with packing, marking, labeling, acceptance, handling, loading, unloading, storage,
transportation or any other process connected directly or indirectly with carriage of such dangerous goods,
to take all precautions to avoid danger to the aircraft or to the persons on board or to any other person or
property.
1.3.4. Rule 4 – Custody of unauthorized Dangerous Goods

Where any officer authorized in this behalf by the Central Government has reason to believe that the provisions
of this rule are, or are about to be, contravened, he may cause the dangerous goods in question to be placed
under his custody pending detailed examination of the nature of the goods or pending a decision regarding the
action, if any, to be taken in the matter.
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1.3.5. Rule 4A – Classification of Dangerous goods

The dangerous goods shall be classified in accordance with the provisions of the Technical Instructions.
1.3.6. Rule 5 – Packing
1) Dangerous goods shall be packed in accordance with the requirements specified in the Technical
Instructions in addition to the provisions of this rule.
2) It shall be ensured that no harmful quantity of a dangerous substance adheres to the outside of the
packaging’s used for the transport of the dangerous goods.
3) Packagings used for the transport of dangerous goods by air shall be of good quality and shall be
constructed and securely closed so as to prevent leakage which might be caused in normal conditions of
transport by changes in temperature, humidity or pressure, or by vibration.
4) The packagings shall be suitable for the contents and the packagings in direct contact with dangerous goods
shall be resistant to any chemical or other action of such goods.
4A) Packagings shall meet the material and construction specifications contained in the Technical
Instructions.
4B) Packagings shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of the Technical Instructions.
4C) Packaging’s for which retention of a liquid is a basic function, shall be capable of withstanding, without
leaking, the pressure specified in the Technical Instructions.
5) Inner packaging’s used for the transport of the dangerous goods shall be packed, secured or cushioned in
such a manner that no breakage or leakage shall be caused and these shall also control the movement of the
dangerous goods within the outer packaging(s) during normal conditions of air transport and also the
cushioning and absorbent materials shall not react dangerously with the contents of the receptacles.
6) No packaging used for the transport of the dangerous goods shall be re-used unless,
i. it has been inspected and found free from corrosion or other damage; and
ii. all necessary precautions have been taken to prevent contamination of subsequent contents:
Provided that where it is not possible to properly clean a packaging already used for the transport of dangerous
goods, then such an un-cleaned empty packaging shall be transported by air following the same procedure as
laid down for the transport of the dangerous goods for which such packaging’s has been used earlier.
1.3.7. Rule 6 – Labeling
Unless otherwise provided in the Technical Instructions, each package of dangerous goods shall be labeled in
accordance with the requirements specified in the Technical Instructions.
1.3.8. Rule 7 – Marking
1) Save as otherwise provided in the Technical Instructions, each package of dangerous goods shall be marked
with the proper shipping name of its contents and, when assigned, the UN number and such other markings
as may be specified in those Instructions.
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2) Same as otherwise provided in the Technical Instructions, each packaging manufactured to the
specifications of the Technical Instructions shall be marked in accordance with the provisions of the
Technical Instructions and no other packagings shall be so marked.
3) In addition to the languages required by the State of origin, English shall also be used for the markings
related to dangerous goods.
1.3.9. Rule 8 – Shipper's responsibilities
1) No shipper or his agent shall offer any package or over pack of dangerous goods for transport by air unless
he has ensured that such dangerous goods are not forbidden for transport by air and are properly classified,
packed, marked and labeled in accordance with the requirements specified in the Technical Instructions.
2) Unless otherwise provided in these rules, no shipper or his agent shall offer dangerous goods for transport
by air unless he has completed, signed and provided to the operator a dangerous goods transport
document, as specified in the Technical Instructions.
3) The dangerous goods transport document shall bear a declaration signed by the shipper or his agent
indicating that the dangerous goods are fully and accurately described by their proper shipping names and
that they are classified, packed, marked, labeled and in proper condition for transport by air as per
requirements of the Technical Instructions.
4) In addition to the languages required by the State of origin, English shall also be used in the dangerous
goods transport document.
1.3.10. Rule 9 – Operator's Responsibilities
1) No operator shall accept dangerous goods for transport by air unless,
a) The dangerous goods are accompanied by a completed dangerous goods transport document, except
where the Technical Instructions specify that such a document is not required; and
b) The package, over pack or freight container containing the dangerous goods has been inspected in
accordance with the acceptance procedures specified in the Technical Instructions.
2) The operator shall ensure that an acceptance check-list as required by the Technical Instructions has been
developed and is being used by his acceptance staff.
3) Packages and over packs containing dangerous goods and freight containers containing radioactive materials
shall be inspected for evidence of leakage or damage before loading on an aircraft or into a unit load device
and such packages, over packs or freight containers shall be loaded and stowed on an aircraft in accordance
with the requirements specified in the Technical Instructions.
4) The operator shall ensure that no leaking or damaged packages, over packs or freight containers containing
dangerous goods shall be loaded on an aircraft.
5) A unit load device shall not be loaded aboard an aircraft unless the device has been inspected and found
free from any evidence of leakage from, or damage to, any dangerous goods contained therein.
6) Where any package of dangerous goods loaded on an aircraft appears to be damaged or leaking, the
operator shall remove such package from the aircraft, or arrange for its removal by an appropriate authority
or organization, as the case may be, and thereafter shall ensure that the remainder of the consignment is in
a proper condition for transport by air and that no other package has been contaminated.
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7) Packages or overpacks containing dangerous goods and freight containers containing radioactive materials
shall be inspected for signs of damage or leakage upon unloading from the aircraft or unit load device and if
evidence of damage or leakage is found, the area where the dangerous goods or unit load device were
stowed on the aircraft shall be inspected for damage or contamination.
8) No dangerous goods shall be carried in an aircraft cabin occupied by passengers or on the flight deck of an
aircraft, except those specified in sub-rule (4) of rule 3.
9) Any hazardous contamination found on an aircraft as a result of leakage or damage to dangerous goods shall
be removed without delay.
10) An aircraft which has been contaminated by radioactive materials shall immediately be taken out of service
and not returned to service until the radiation level at any accessible surface and the non-fixed
contamination are not more than the values specified in the Technical Instructions.
11) Packages containing dangerous goods which might react dangerously with one another shall not be stowed
on an aircraft next to each other or in a position that would allow interaction between them in the event of
leakage.
12) Packages of toxic and infectious substances shall be stowed on an aircraft in accordance with the
requirements specified in the Technical Instructions.
13) Packages of radioactive materials shall be stowed on an aircraft so that they are separated from persons,
live animals and undeveloped film, in accordance with the requirements specified in the Technical
Instructions.
14) Subject to the provisions of these rules, when dangerous goods are loaded in an aircraft, the operator shall
protect the dangerous goods from being damaged, and shall secure such goods in the aircraft in such a
manner that will prevent any movement in flight which would change the orientation of the packages. For
packages containing radioactive materials, the securing shall be adequate to ensure that the separation
requirements of sub-rule (13) are met at all times.
15) Except as otherwise provided in the Technical Instructions, packages of dangerous goods bearing the "Cargo
aircraft only" label shall be loaded in such a manner that a crew member or other authorized person can
see, handle and, where size and weight permit, separate such packages from other cargo in flight.
1.3.11. Rule 10 – Provision of Information
1) The operator of the aircraft in which dangerous goods are to be carried shall provide information in writing
to the pilot-in-command as early as practicable before departure of the aircraft as required by the Technical
Instructions.
2) The operator shall provide such information in the Operations Manual so as to enable the flight crew
member to carry out their responsibilities with regard to the transport of dangerous goods and shall also
provide instructions as to the action to be taken in the event of emergencies arising involving dangerous
goods.
3) Operators shall ensure that information is promulgated in such a manner that passengers are warned as to
the types of goods which they are forbidden from transporting aboard an aircraft as provided in the
Technical Instructions.
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4) Operators, shippers or other organizations involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air shall provide
such information to their personnel so as to enable them to carry out their responsibilities with regard to
the transport of dangerous goods and shall also provide instructions as to the action to be taken in the event
of emergencies arising involving dangerous goods.
5) If an in-flight emergency occurs, the pilot-in-command shall, as soon as the situation permits, inform the
appropriate air traffic services unit, for the information of aerodrome authorities, of any dangerous goods
on board the aircraft, as provided in the Technical Instructions.
6) In the event of an aircraft accident or a serious incident where dangerous goods carried as cargo are
involved, the operator of the aircraft shall provide information, without delay, to the emergency services
responding to the accident or serious incident, and, as soon as possible, to the appropriate authorities of the
State of the operator and the State in which the accident or serious incident occurred, about the dangerous
goods on board, as shown on the written information to the pilot-in-command.
7) In the event of an aircraft incident, the operator of an aircraft carrying dangerous goods as cargo shall, upon
request, provide information, without delay, to the emergency services responding to the incident and also
to the appropriate authority of the State in which the incident occurred, about the dangerous goods on
board, as shown on the written information to the pilot-in-command.
1.3.12. Rule 10A – Inspection
1) The Director-General or any other officer authorized in this behalf by the Central Government by general or
special order in writing, may, at any reasonable time, enter any place to which access is necessary and
inspect any services, equipment, documents and records.
2) The operator, shipper, training establishment and every other person concerned with carriage of dangerous
goods shall allow the person so authorized, access to any part of the aircraft, building or any facility
including equipment, records, documents and personnel, and shall co-operate in exercising his powers or
carrying out his duties under these rules.
1.3.13. Rule 11 – Dangerous Goods Accidents and Incidents

1) In the event of a dangerous goods accident or dangerous goods incident, as the case may be, the pilot-in-
command of the aircraft and the operator of the aircraft or of the aerodrome, as the case may be, shall
submit a report in writing to the Director-General on such accident or incident.
2) The report under sub-rule (1) shall, in addition to any other relevant information, contain the following
information, namely: -
a) the type, nationality and registration marks of aircraft;
b) the name of the owner, operator and hirer of the aircraft;
c) the name of the pilot-in-command of the aircraft;
d) the nature and purpose of the flight;
e) the date and time of the dangerous goods accident or incident;
f) the place where the accident occurred:
g) the last point of departure and the next point of intended landing of the aircraft;
h) the details of the dangerous goods on board the aircraft viz. their proper shipping name, UN number,
quantity etc.
i) the known cause of the dangerous goods accident or incident;
j) details of other cargo on board the aircraft;
k) the extent of known damage to the aircraft, other property and persons on board the aircraft;
l) any other information required to be included by the Director-General.
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3) On receipt of the report under sub−rule (1), the Director-General may, if considered necessary, order an
investigation to determine the causes of such accident or incident and take preventive measures to avoid re-
occurrence of such accident or incident.
1.3.14. Rule 12 – Requirement of Training

1) No person shall engage himself in any manner in the transport of dangerous goods unless he has undergone
proper training in accordance with the Technical Instructions.
2) The training shall be provided or verified upon the employment of a person in a position involving the
transport of dangerous goods and recurrent training shall take place within twenty four months of the
previous training.
3) The period of validity of the training referred to in sub-rule (2) shall be twenty-four months from the date of
successful completion of the training.
4) In case of the Recurrent training, the period of validity of the training shall commence from the date of
expiry of the previous training subject to the condition that the recurrent training has been successfully
completed within a period of not more than three months prior to the date of expiry of the previous
training.
5) In cases other than those referred to in sub-rule (4), the period of validity of the recurrent training shall
commence from the date of successful completion of the recurrent training.
1.3.15. Rule 12A – Establishment and Approval of Training Programme

1) Initial and recurrent dangerous goods training programs shall be established and maintained by or on behalf
of -
a) shippers of dangerous goods including packers and persons or organizations undertaking the
responsibilities of the shipper;
b) operators;
c) ground handling agencies which perform, on behalf of the operator, the act of accepting, handling,
loading, unloading, transferring or other processing of cargo;
d) ground handling agencies located at an airport which perform, on behalf of the operator, the act of
processing passengers;
e) agencies, not located at an airport, which perform, on behalf of the operator, the act of checking in
passengers;
f) freight forwarders; and
g) agencies engaged in the security screening of passengers and their baggage, and cargo.
2) Training shall be provided in the requirements commensurate with the responsibilities of the personnel
being trained and such training shall include -
a) general familiarization training aimed at providing familiarity with the general provisions;
b) function-specific training providing detailed training in the requirements applicable to the function for
which that person is responsible; and
c) Safety training covering the hazards presented by dangerous goods, safe handling and emergency
response procedures.
3) A training programme established and maintained by or on behalf of an Indian operator or by other agency
in India shall be subjected to review and approval by the Director-General.
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4) The training programme established and maintained by or on behalf of a foreign operator for their own staff
shall be accepted as valid by the Director-General on production of evidence that it has been approved by
the Regulatory authority of the State of the Operator.
5) An application for grant of approval under sub-rule (3) shall be made to the Director-General in such form
and contain such particulars or documents as may be specified by him.
6) The Director-General or any other officer authorized in this behalf by the Central Government may, on being
satisfied, grant approval to an organization to establish or maintain the training programme.
7) Unless suspended or cancelled, the approval granted under sub-rule (6) shall remain valid for a period not
exceeding one year, which may be renewed for a period not exceeding one year at a time.
8) A fee of rupees fifty thousand shall be payable for the grant of approval and rupees twenty five thousand
shall be payable for renewal thereof.
9) The fee shall be paid by crossed Indian Postal Order or Demand Draft drawn in favour of Pay and Accounts
Office, Director General of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Civil Aviation, New Delhi.
1.3.16. Rule 13 – Directions by Director-General

The Director General may, through Aeronautical Information Circulars (AICs) and publication entitled Civil
Aviation Requirements (CARs), issue special directions, not inconsistent with the provisions of the Aircraft Act,
1934 (22 of 1934), the Aircraft Rules, 1937 or these rules, relating to packing, marking, labeling, acceptance,
handling, loading, unloading, storage, training and any other process or procedure connected directly or
indirectly with the carriage of dangerous goods by air.
1.3.17. Rule 14 – General Power to exempt
The Central Government may, by general or special order in writing, exempt any aircraft or class of aircraft or any
person or class of persons from the operation of these rules, either wholly or partially, subject to such conditions,
if any, as may be specified in that order.
1.3.18. Rule 15 – Cancellation or suspension of license, certificate and approval

Where the Director-General, after giving an opportunity of being heard, is satisfied that any person has
contravened or failed to comply with the provisions of these rules, he may, for reasons to be recorded in writing,
cancel or suspend any license, certificate or approval issued under these rules or under the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
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2. GENERAL PHILOSOPHY
2.1 Basic considerations while transporting dangerous goods by Air
Dangerous Goods can be transported by air provided certain principles are strictly followed. These principles and
procedures include:
2.2 Classification (Refer Section 3 of IATA DGR Manual)
Dangerous goods are classified according to criteria determined by the United Nations Committee of Experts
(SCoETDG). This classification determines the acceptability of the articles and substances for air transport as well
as the conditions for their transport. It is the responsibility of the shipper of cargo to determine if the articles are
dangerous or not, and if dangerous goods, to determine the correct class or division.
2.3 Prohibitions (Refer Section 2 of IATA DGR Manual)
Some dangerous goods have been identified as being too dangerous to be carried on any aircraft under any
circumstances; others are forbidden under normal circumstances but may be carried with specific approvals from
the States concerned; some are restricted to carriage on all cargo aircraft; most however can be safely carried on
passenger aircraft as well, provided certain requirements are met.
2.4 Training (Refer Section 1.5 of IATA DGR Manual)
Training is an essential element in maintaining a safe regulatory regime. Dangerous goods training is a mandatory
(legal) requirement for all individuals involved in the preparation or transport of dangerous goods by air to
ensure that they are able to carry out their responsibilities. Depending on the job-function, this may entail only
familiarization training or may also include more detailed training in the intricacies of the Regulations.
The training programs are subject to review and approval as determined by the appropriate governmental
authority. Recurrent training must take place within 24 months of previous training to ensure knowledge is
current, unless a competent authority has defined a shorter period. However if recurrent training is completed
within the final 3 months of validity of the previous training, the period of validity extends from the month on
which the recurrent training was completed until 24 months from the expiry of that previous training. A test
must be undertaken following the training to verify understanding of the Regulations. Confirmation is required
of successful completion of the test.
2.5 Packaging (Refer Section 6 of IATA DGR Manual)
Packaging is the essential component in the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. The IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations provide packing instructions for all dangerous goods acceptable for air transport with a wide range of
options for inner, outer and single packaging’s. The packing instructions normally require the use of UN
performance-tested specification packaging; however these are not required when dangerous goods are shipped
under the provisions of Limited Quantity “Y” Packing Instructions. The quantity of dangerous goods permitted
within these packaging’s are strictly limited by the Regulations so as to minimize the risk should an incident
occur.
2.6 Marking and Labeling (Refer Section 7 of IATA DGR Manual)
The packages are marked with required markings and bear the required labels to ensure that the hazards can be
recognized without relying on accompanying documentation in an emergency.
2.7 Documentation (Refer Section 8 of IATA DGR Manual)
The proper declaration of dangerous goods by the shipper ensures that all in the transportation chain are aware
that dangerous goods are being transported. This ensures that they are correctly accepted, handled and loaded
and if an incident or accident occurs, either in-flight or on the ground, what the correct response should be.
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2.8 Notification to Pilot-in-Command (Refer Section 9.5 of IATA DGR Manual)

The pilot-in-Command must know what is on board the aircraft in order to properly deal with any emergencies
that may occur. The pilot must also convey this information if possible to air traffic services to aid in the response
to any aircraft incident or accident.
2.9 Avoiding Hidden Hazards (Refer Section 2.2 of IATA DGR Manual)
Information regarding “Hidden Dangerous Goods “ must also be conveyed to passengers, crew and shippers to
assist them in recognizing dangerous goods, which they are not permitted to carry on their person, in their
baggage, or as cargo and which may not be readily recognizable as being dangerous.
2.10 Accident/Incident Reporting (Refer Section 9.6 of IATA DGR Manual)
Dangerous goods accidents or incidents must be reported, so that an investigation by the relevant authorities can
establish the cause and corrective action can be taken. Also, if as a result of these investigations changes are
required in the Regulations, appropriate regulatory action can be taken without delay.
2.11 Definition of Dangerous Goods
Dangerous goods means articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or
the environment and which are listed as such in the Technical Instructions or which are classified according to
the Technical Instructions.
Some dangerous goods are too dangerous to be carried by aircraft, others may be carried on cargo only aircraft
and some are acceptable on both cargo and passenger aircraft. A number of limitations are placed on dangerous
goods which are permitted to be transported by air. These limitations are established by regulations. Both States
and carriers may impose further restrictions called variations.
It is the responsibility of the shipper to determine if dangerous goods are in their cargo and if so to declare them
to the carrier by way of properly completed "IATA Shipper's Declaration".
2.12 Basis of Dangerous Goods Regulations (Refer IATA DGR 1.1)

The IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations are based upon and fully aligned with the ICAO Technical Instructions for
the safe transport of Dangerous goods by air (TI) and with Annex 18 to the Chicago convention on International
Civil Aviation.
2.13 Shipper’s Responsibilities (Refer IATA DGR 1.3)
The importance of the Shipper’s responsibilities and compliance with the regulations cannot be over-emphasized.
Specifically the shipper must;
a) Establish that his employees are trained to enable them to carry out their responsibilities;
b) Establish whether the article or substance is forbidden for transport by air;
c) Ensure that the dangerous goods are identified, classified, packed, marked, labeled and documented in full
compliance with the Regulations. Also that cargo offered for transport by air as being “ Not Restricted “ or “
Non Dangerous Goods “ does not meet any of the classification criteria of Dangerous Goods.
d) Ensure that the dangerous goods are packaged in compliance with all applicable air transport requirements.
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2.14 Operator’s Responsibilities (Refer IATA DGR 1.4)

When accepting cargo for transport by air it is the Operator’s cargo acceptance staff responsibility to ensure, as
far as possible, that the consignment does not contain dangerous goods unless the shipper has prepared the
shipment of Dangerous goods in accordance with the regulations. A checklist must be used to accept declared
Dangerous goods consignments.
In addition to acceptance & segregation the operator has seven other responsibilities. They are:
 Storage;
 Loading;
 Inspection;
 Provision of information, including Emergency Response Information;
 Reporting
 Retention of records; and
 Training
2.15 Training Requirements (Refer IATA DGR 1.5)

Training is mandated to gain an understanding of the philosophy and requirements of the Technical Instructions.
There is a need for everyone concerned to receive training in the subject, either for familiarization or to provide
detailed knowledge, so that the individual’s responsibilities can be met.
A test must be undertaken and successfully completed following the training to verify understanding of the
Regulations. After successful completion of the initial training, recurrent training must be taken within 24 months
of the previous training, unless a competent authority has defined a shorter period.
2.16 Dangerous Goods Security (Refer IATA DGR 1.6)
All persons engaged in the transport of dangerous goods should consider security requirements for the
dangerous goods commensurate with their responsibilities. Employees should be made aware of the security
plans in effect at their place of employment and their individual responsibilities with regard to those plans.
2.17 Provision of Information to Passengers (Refer IATA DGR 9.5.2)
We must bring to the attention of passengers of what must not be carried aboard an aircraft, either as checked
baggage or as carry-on baggage. Information must also be provided to passengers about the type of dangerous
goods that are forbidden on an aircraft. This information in minimum must consist of:
• Information with the passenger ticket or made available in another manner such that prior to or during the
check-in process, the passenger receives the information;
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• Notices warning passengers as to the type of dangerous goods which are forbidden for transport aboard an
aircraft are :
Prominently displayed in sufficient number at each of the places at an airport where tickets are issued and where
passengers check-in, in aircraft boarding areas and in baggage claim areas; and
Check-in staff should seek confirmation from a passenger that they are not carrying dangerous goods that
are not permitted. Only If everyone in the transport chain is aware of what dangerous goods are and of the
regulations for their carriage, safety will be enhanced.
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INFORMATION TO SHIPPERS
The operator must ensure that sufficient notices are prominently displayed at cargo
acceptance points to alert shippers to the regulations applying to the transport of
dangerous goods. In addition there is a warning on the Air Waybill.
There are many people involved in the “transport chain”, from the shippers to those staff
involved in the acceptance, handling and loading of cargo, as well as the aircraft crews. If
everyone in that “chain” is aware of what are dangerous goods and of the Regulations for
their carriage, safety will not be compromised.
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3. LIMITATIONS (Refer Section 2 of IATA DGR Manual)
Some dangerous goods are too dangerous to be carried by aircraft, others may be carried on cargo aircraft only
and some are acceptable on both cargo and passenger aircraft. A number of limitations are placed on dangerous
goods which are permitted to be transported by air. These limitations are established by the IATA Dangerous
Goods Regulations. Furthermore, both states and operators impose further restrictions called variations.
3.1. Acceptable Dangerous Goods
A great many dangerous goods may be carried on aircraft as cargo provided they are properly prepared for
transport in accordance with the regulations. However, Dangerous goods are not permitted in passenger or crew
checked baggage or as carry-on articles. Items forbidden as baggage may be carried as cargo, provided the article
or substance is prepared in compliance with all the provisions of the regulations.
3.2. Forbidden Dangerous Goods under any Circumstance (Refer IATA DGR 2.1.1)
Substances or articles which, as presented for transport, are liable to explode, dangerously react, produce a
flame or dangerous evolution of heat or dangerous emission of toxic, corrosive or flammable gases or vapours
under conditions normally encountered in transport must not be carried on aircraft under any circumstance.
3.3. Recognition of Hidden Dangerous Goods (Refer IATA DGR 2.2)
When examining and accepting baggage or in the case of flight attendants, assisting in the stowage of carry-on
baggage in the cabin prior to flight it is essential that awareness and vigilance is to be maintained at all times.
The passenger or crew member may not be aware that their items are considered to be dangerous and are not
permitted. Confirmation should be sought from a passenger about the contents of any item where there are
suspicions that it may contain dangerous goods. The passengers often use the articles or substances in their
everyday work environment and therefore often do not recognize the hidden hazards of the articles or
substances that they are carrying. A few examples are given below:
Hidden Hazards – Cargo declared under a general description may contain hazardous articles that are not
apparent. Such articles may also be found in baggage. Cargo and passenger acceptance staff should seek
confirmation from the shippers and passengers about the contents of any item of cargo or baggage where there
are suspicions that it may contain Dangerous goods.
Examples of Items that may contain or indicate the presence of Dangerous goods
AIRCRAFT ON GROUND (AOG) SPARES / AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT” may contain explosives (flares or other
pyrotechnics), chemical oxygen generators, unserviceable tyre assemblies, cylinders of compressed gas (oxygen,
carbon dioxide, nitrogen or fire extinguishers), paint, adhesives, aerosols, life-saving appliances, first aid kits, fuel
in equipment, wet or lithium batteries, matches, etc.
“AIRCRAFT SPARE PARTS” see “AOG SPARES”.

“AUTOMOBILES, AUTOMOBILE PARTS” (car, motor, motorcycle) may contain Ferro-magnetic material which may
not meet the definition for magnetized material but which may be subject to special stowage requirements due
to the possibility of affecting aircraft instruments (see 3.9.1.2). May also contain engines, carburettors or fuel
tanks which contain or have contained fuel, wet batteries, compressed gases in tyre inflation devices, fire
extinguishers, shocks/struts with nitrogen, air bag inflates/air bag modules, etc.
“BATTERY POWERED DEVICES/EQUIPMENT – may contain wet or lithium batteries”
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“BREATHING APPARATUS” may indicate cylinders of compressed air or oxygen, chemical oxygen generators or
refrigerated liquefied oxygen.
“CAMPING EQUIPMENT” may contain flammable gases (butane, propane, etc.), flammable liquids (kerosene,
gasoline, etc.), flammable solids (hexamine, matches, etc.) or other dangerous goods.
“CARS, CAR PARTS – See AUTOMOBILES, etc”.
“CHEMICALS – may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, particularly flammable liquids,
flammable solids, oxidizers, organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive substances”.
“COMAT (COMPANY MATERIALS)” such as aircraft parts, may contain dangerous goods as an integral part, e.g.
chemical oxygen generators in a passenger service unit (PSU), various compressed gases such as oxygen, carbon
dioxide and nitrogen, gas lighters, aerosols, fire extinguishers, flammable liquids such as fuels, paints and
adhesives, and corrosive material such as batteries. Other items such as flares, first aid kits, life-saving appliances,
matches, magnetized material etc.
“CONSOLIDATED CONSIGNMENTS (GROUPAGES)” may contain any of the defined classes of dangerous goods.
“CRYOGENIC (LIQUID)” indicates refrigerated liquefied gases such as argon, helium, neon and nitrogen.
“CYLINDERS” - May indicate compressed or liquefied gas.
“DENTAL APPARATUS” May contain flammable resins or solvents, compressed or liquefied gas, mercury and
radioactive material.
“DIAGNOSTIC SPECIMENS” may contain infectious substances.
“DIVING EQUIPMENT” may contain cylinders (such as scuba tanks, vest bottles, etc.) of compressed gas (air,
oxygen, etc), high intensity diving lamps which can generate extremely high heat when operated in air. In order
to be carried safely, the bulb or battery must be disconnected.
“DRILLING AND MINING EQUIPMENT” may contain explosive(s) and/or other dangerous goods.
“DRY SHIPPER (VAPOUR SHIPPER)” may contain free liquid nitrogen. Dry shippers are subject to these
Regulations when they permit the release of any free liquid nitrogen irrespective of the orientation of the
packaging.
“ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT” may contain magnetized materials or mercury in switch gear and electron tubes or
wet batteries.
“ELECTRICALLY POWERED APPARATUS” (wheelchairs, lawn mowers, golf carts, etc.) may contain wet batteries.
“EXPEDITIONARY EQUIPMENT” may contain explosives (flares), flammable liquids (gasoline), flammable gas
(propane, camping gas) or other dangerous goods.
“FILM CREW OR MEDIA EQUIPMENT” may contain explosive pyrotechnic devices, generators incorporating
internal combustion engines, wet batteries, fuel, heat producing items, etc.
“FROZEN EMBRYOS” may contain refrigerated liquefied gas or Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice).
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“FROZEN FRUIT, VEGETABLES, ETC.” may be packed in Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice).
“FUELS” may contain flammable liquids, flammable solids or flammable gases.
“FUEL CONTROL UNITS” may contain flammable liquids.
“HOT AIR BALLOON” may contain cylinders with flammable gas, fire extinguishers, engines internal combustion,
batteries, etc
“HOUSEHOLD GOODS” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods including flammable
liquids such as solvent based paint, adhesives, polishes, aerosols (for passengers, those not permitted under IATA
DGR 2.3), bleach, corrosive oven or drain cleaners, ammunition, matches, etc.
“INSTRUMENTS” may conceal barometers, manometers, mercury switches, rectifier tubes, thermometers, etc.
containing mercury.
“LABORATORY/TESTING EQUIPMENT” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods,
particularly flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizers, and organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive substances.
“MACHINERY PARTS” may contain adhesives, paints, sealents, solvents, wet and lithium batteries, mercury,
cylinders of compressed or liquefied gas, etc.
“MAGNETS AND OTHER ITEMS OF SIMILAR MATERIAL” may individually or cumulatively meet the definition of
magnetized material.
“MEDICAL SUPPLIES” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, particularly flammable
liquids, flammable solids, oxidizers, and organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive substances.
“METAL CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL, METAL FENCING, METAL PIPING” may contain Ferro-magnetic material,
which may be subject to special stowage requirements due to the possibility of affecting aircraft instruments.
“PARTS OF AUTOMOBILE (CAR, MOTOR, MOTORCYCLE)” may contain wet batteries, etc.
“PASSENGERS BAGGAGE” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods. Examples include
fireworks, flammable household liquids, corrosive oven or drain cleaners, flammable gas or liquid lighter refills or
camping stove cylinders, matches, ammunition, bleach, aerosols (those not permitted under IATA DGR 2.3), etc.
“PHARMACEUTICALS” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, particularly
radioactive material, flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizers, and organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive
substances.
“PHOTOGRAPHIC SUPPLIES” may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, particularly heat
producing devices, flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizers, organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive
substances.
“PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL” see “PASSENGER BAGGAGE”.
“RACING CAR OR MOTORCYCLE TEAM EQUIPMENT” may contain engines, carburettors or fuel tanks which
contain fuel or residual fuel, flammable aerosols, cylinders of compressed gases, nitromethane, other fuel
additives or wet batteries, etc.
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“REPAIR KITS” may contain organic peroxides and flammable adhesives; solvent based paints, resins, etc.
“SAMPLES FOR TESTING" may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, particularly
infectious substances, flammable liquids, flammable solids, oxidizers, organic peroxides, toxic or corrosive
substances.
“SEMEN" may be packed with Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) or refrigerated liquefied gas. See also “DRY
SHIPPER”.
“SHIPS’ SPARES – may contain explosives (flares), cylinders of compressed gas (life rafts), paint, lithium
batteries (emergency locator transmitters), etc”.
“SHOW, MOTION PICTURE, STAGE AND SPECIAL EFFECTS EQUIPMENT” may contain flammable substances,
explosives or other dangerous goods.
“SPORTING GOODS/SPORTS TEAM EQUIPMENT – may contain cylinders of compressed or liquefied gas (ai,
carbon dioxide, etc.), lithium batteries, propane torches, first aid kits, flammable adhesives, aerosols, etc".
“SWIMMING POOL CHEMICALS” may contain oxidizing or corrosive substances.
“SWITCHES IN ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OR INSTRUMENTS” may contain mercury.
“TOOL BOXES” may contain explosives (power rivets), compressed gases or aerosols, flammable gases (butane
cylinders or torches), flammable adhesives or paints, corrosive liquids, etc.
“TORCHES” micro torches and utility lighters may contain flammable gas and be equipped with an electronic
starter. Larger torches may consist of a torch head (often with a self-igniting switch) attached to a container or
cylinder of flammable gas.
“UNACCOMPANIED PASSENGERS BAGGAGE/ PERSONAL EFFECTS” may contain items meeting any of the criteria
for dangerous goods, such as fireworks, flammable household liquids, corrosive oven or drain cleaners,
flammable gas or liquid lighter refills or camping stove cylinders, matches, bleach, aerosols, etc.
“VACCINES” may be packed in Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice).
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3.4. Provisions for Dangerous Goods carried by Passenger or Crew

If you are not sure if your baggage can be carried on board as carry-on baggage and/or checked-in baggage, then
please refer to IATA Table 2.3.A. (on Next page)
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3.5. Dangerous Goods Permitted In Passenger Baggage
As a general rule passengers are not permitted to transport dangerous goods on board an aircraft in their carry-
on, checked baggage or on their person. Lists of common items that may be prohibited due to the presence of
dangerous goods can be found in Table 2.3.A of IATA DGR.
There are many items, however, that passengers can carry in their carry-on or checked luggage. They are as
follows:
3.5.1. Alcoholic beverages
Passenger may bring alcoholic beverages, in retail packaging, containing more than 24 per cent but not more
than 70 per cent alcohol by volume, in receptacles not exceeding 5 L, with a total net quantity per person of 5 L.
Note - Alcoholic beverages containing 24 per cent alcohol or less are not subject to any restrictions.
Note - Since November 6, 2006 Security measures restricts the quantity of liquids, gels or aerosols in carry-on
baggage.
3.5.2. Avalanche rescue backpack
With the approval of the operator(s), passengers may bring one avalanche rescue backpack per person equipped
with a pyrotechnic trigger mechanism containing not more than 200 mg net of Division 1.4S and a cylinder of
compressed gas of Division 2.2 not exceeding 250 mL. The backpack must be packed in such a manner that it
cannot be accidentally activated. The airbags within the backpack must be fitted with pressure relief valves;
3.5.3. Boxed cartridges
With the approval of the operator(s), passengers may bring securely boxed cartridges (1.4S, UN0012 or UN0014
only) as checked baggage only, in quantities not exceeding 5 kg per person for that person's own use, excluding
ammunition with explosive or incendiary projectiles. Allowances for more than one per person must not be
combined into packages.
Note: As per BCAS only 50 rounds of ammunition permitted per passenger for personal use.
3.5.4. Cardiac pacemakers
Passengers may bring radio-isotopic cardiac pacemakers or other devices, including those powered by lithium
batteries, implanted in the person, or radio-pharmaceuticals contained within the body of a person as the result
of medical treatment.
3.5.5. Devices
Disabling devices such as mace, pepper spray, etc. containing an irritant or incapacitating substance are forbidden on
the person, in checked and carry-on baggage.
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3.5.6. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices

Fuel cells used to power portable electronic devices (for example cameras, cellular phones, laptop
computers and camcorders) and spare fuel cell cartridges, under the conditions:
(a) fuel cells and fuel cell cartridges may only contain flammable liquids, corrosive substances, liquefied
flammable gas, water-reactive substances or hydrogen in metal hydride;
(b) refueling of fuel cells on board an aircraft is not permitted except that the installation of a spare
cartridge is allowed;
(c) the maximum quantity of fuel in any fuel cell or fuel cell cartridge must not exceed:
1. for liquids, 200 mL;
2. for solids 200 g;
3. for liquefied gases, 120 mL for non metallic fuel cells or fuel cell cartridges or 200 mL for metal fuel
cells or fuel cell cartridges;
4. for hydrogen in metal hydride the fuel cell cartridges must have a water capacity of 120 mL or
less.
(d) each fuel cell and each fuel cell cartridge must conform to IEC 62282-6-100 Ed. 1, including Amendment
1 and must be marked with a manufacturer's certification that it conforms to the specification. In addition,
each fuel cell cartridge must be marked with the maximum quantity and type of fuel in the cartridge;
(e) no more than two spare fuel cell cartridges may be carried in checked baggage, carry-on
baggage, or on the person;
(f) fuel cells containing fuel are permitted in carry-on baggage only;
(g) interaction between fuel cells and integrated batteries in a device must conform to 62282-6-100 Ed. 1,
including Amendment 1. Fuel cells whose sole function is to charge a battery in the device are not
permitted;
(h) fuel cells must be of a type that will not charge batteries when the portable electronic device is not in
use and must be durably marked by the manufacturer: “APPROVED FOR CARRIAGE IN AIRCRAFT CABIN
ONLY” to so indicate; and
(i) in addition to the languages which may be required by the State of Origin for the markings specified
above, English should be used
3.5.7. Dry Ice
Passengers may bring dry ice in quantities not exceeding 2.5 kg per person, when used to pack perishables that
are themselves not dangerous goods articles or substances, provided the package permits the release of carbon
dioxide gas. The dry ice may be in carry-on baggage, or with the approval of the operator(s), in checked baggage.
When carried in checked baggage, each package must be marked – “DRY ICE” or “Carbon Dioxide Solid” and with
the net weight of dry ice or an indication that the net weight is 2.5 kg or less dry ice.
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3.5.8. Gaseous oxygen cylinder
With the approval of the operator(s) passengers may bring small gaseous oxygen or air cylinders required for
medical use. The cylinder must not exceed 5 Kg gross weight
3.5.9. Hair curlers
Passengers may bring hair curlers containing hydrocarbon gas, no more than one per person, provided that the
safety cover is securely fitted over the heating element. Gas refills for such curlers are prohibited
3.5.10. Heat producing articles
With the approval of the air operator(s), passenger may bring heat-producing articles (e.g. battery-operated
equipment such as underwater lamps and soldering equipment, which if accidentally activated, will generate
extreme heat and can cause fire) in carry-on baggage only. The heat producing component, or the energy source,
must be removed so as to prevent unintentional functioning during transport.
3.5.11. Lithium Battery-Powered Electronic Devices

Lithium battery-powered electronic devices are permitted in checked and carry-on baggage with the approval of the
operator as follows:
(a) portable medical electronic devices (PMED), such as automated external defibrillators (AED), portable
oxygen concentrators (POC) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), containing lithium metal or lithium
ion cells or batteries may be carried by passengers for medical use as follows:
1. for lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries, a lithium content exceeding 2 g, but not exceeding 8 g; or
2. for lithium ion batteries, a watt-hour rating exceeding 100 Wh, but not exceeding 160 Wh;
3. batteries must be of a type that meets the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III,
subsection 38.3
(b) portable electronic devices, such as power tools, video cameras and laptops containing lithium ion batteries
as follows:
1. lithium ion batteries with a watt-hour rating exceeding 100 Wh, but not exceeding 160 Wh;
2. batteries must be of a type that meets the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III,
subsection 38.3.
(c) if devices are carried in checked baggage the passenger/crew member must take measures to prevent
unintentional activation.
3.5.12. Medicinal or toiletry articles & Aerosols in Division 2.2
Non-radioactive medicinal or toiletry articles (including aerosols). The term “medicinal or toiletry articles” is
intended to include such items such as hair sprays, perfumes, colognes and medicines containing alcohols.
Aerosols in Division 2.2 with no subsidiary risk, for sporting or home use, are permitted in checked baggage only.
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Note :
The total net quantity of all such articles carried by each passenger or crew member under the provisions of
Medicinal or toiletry articles & Aerosols in Division 2.2 must not 2 kg or 2 L and each single article must not
exceed 0.5 kg or 0.5 L. Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent
inadvertent release of the contents.
Note - Since November 6, 2006 Security measures restricts the carriage of medicinal or toilette articles upto the
quantity of 100 ml (liquids, gels or aerosols) per passenger as carry on baggage
3.5.13. Mercurial barometer or thermometers
With the approval of the operator(s), a representative of a government weather bureau or similar official agency
may bring a mercurial barometer or mercurial thermometer, as carry-on baggage only. The barometer or
thermometer must be packed in a strong outer packaging, having a sealed inner liner or a bag of strong leak-
proof, puncture-resistant material impervious to mercury, which will prevent the escape of mercury from the
package irrespective of its position. The pilot-in-command must be informed of the barometer or thermometer.
3.5.14. Medical or clinical thermometers

In checked baggage only, one small medical or clinical thermometer, which contains mercury, for personal use,
when in its protective case.
3.5.15. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices
Fuel cells used to power portable electronic devices (for example cameras, cellular phones, laptop computers and
camcorders) powered by fuel cell systems and spare fuel cartridges, under the following conditions:
(a) Fuel cells and fuel cell cartridges may only contain flammable liquids, corrosive substances, liquefied
flammable gas, water-reactive substances or hydrogen in metal hydride;
(b) Refueling of fuel cell cartridges on board an aircraft is not permitted except that the installation of a spare
cartridge is allowed.;
(c) the maximum quantity of fuel in any fuel cell cartridge must not exceed:
a. for liquids 200 mL;
b. for solids 200g;
c. for liquefied gases, 120 mL for non-metallic fuel cell or 200 ml for metal fuel cells or fuel cell cartridges;
(d) each fuel cell and fuel cell cartridge must be conform to IEC 62282-6-100 Ed. 1, including amendment 1 and
must be marked with a manufacturer’s certification that it conforms to the specification. In addition, each
fuel cell cartridge must be marked with the maximum quantity and type of fuel in the cartridge;
(e) no more than two spare fuel cell cartridges may be carried in checked in baggage, carry on baggage or on
person;
(f) fuel cell containing fuel are permitted in carry-on baggage only;
(g) Interaction between fuel cells and integrated batteries in a device must conform to IEC 62282-6-100 Ed. 1
including amendment. Fuel cell systems whose sole function is to charge a battery in the device are not
permitted;
(h) fuel cell systems must be of a type that will not charge batteries when the portable electronic device is not
in use and must be durably marked by the manufacturer: “APPROVED FOR CARRIAGE IN AIRCRAFT CABIN
ONLY” to so indicate; and
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(i) in addition to the languages which may be required by the State of Origin for the markings specified above,
English should be used.
3.5.16. Portable electronic devices (Including Medical Devices) containing Batteries

Portable electronic devices, which may include medical devices such as portable oxygen concentrators (POC) and
consumer electronics such as cameras, mobile phones, laptops and tablets containing batteries when carried by
passengers or crew for personal use, which should be carried in carry-on baggage. Spare batteries must
be individually protected to prevent short circuits by placement in the original retail packaging or by otherwise
insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over exposed terminals or placing each battery in a separate plastic bag or
protective pouch and carried in carry-on baggage only. In addition, lithium batteries are subject to the
following conditions:
a) each installed or spare battery must not exceed:
1. for lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries, a lithium content of not more than 2 g;
or
2. for lithium ion batteries, a watt-hour rating of not more than 100 Wh.
(b) batteries and cells must be of a type that meets the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria,
Part III, subsection 38.3;
(c) articles containing lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries, the primary purpose of which is to provide
power to another device, e.g. power banks, are permitted in carry-on baggage only. These articles must be
individually protected to prevent short circuits by placement in the original retail packaging or by otherwise
insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over exposed terminals or placing each battery in a separate
plastic bag or protective pouch;
(d) electronic cigarettes containing lithium batteries are permitted in carry-on baggage only;
(e) if devices are carried in checked baggage the passenger/crew member must take measures to prevent
unintentional activation.
3.5.17. Electronic Cigarettes Containing Batteries

Electronic cigarettes including e-cigars and other personal vaporizers containing batteries when carried by passengers
or crew for personal use must be in carry-on baggage only. Recharging of these devices and/or batteries on board the
aircraft is not permitted and the passenger/crew member must take measures to prevent accidental activation.
Spare batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits by placement in the original retail packaging
or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over exposed terminals or placing each battery in a separate bag
or protective pouch and carried in carry-on baggage only. In addition, lithium are subject to the following conditions:
(a) each installed or spare battery must not exceed:
1. for lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries, a lithium content of not more than 2 g;
or
2. for lithium ion batteries, a watt-hour rating of not more than 100 Wh.
3.5.18. Safety matches or lighters

Passengers may bring one small packet of safety matches or a cigarette lighter intended for use by an individual
when carried on the person. Not permitted in Domestic Sector due to security reasons. However, matches and
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lighters containing unabsorbed liquid fuel (other than liquefied gas), lighter fuel and lighter refills are not
permitted on one's person or in checked or carry-on baggage.
Note - Strike anywhere matches, Blue Flame or Cigar Lighters are forbidden for air transport. Also as per BCAS
India security norms, lighter cannot be packed in baggage or on person. Hence lighters or safety matches are
forbidden for carriage throughout India
3.5.19. Spare Lithium Batteries
Spare lithium batteries are permitted in carry-on baggage as follows:
(a) For portable medical electronic devices (PMED), such as automated external defibrillators (AED), portable oxygen
concentrators (POC) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP):
1. No more than 2 lithium ion batteries with a watt-hour rating exceeding 100 Wh but not exceeding 160 Wh or
lithium metal batteries, with a lithium content exceeding 2 g but not exceeding 8 g may be carried;
2. Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits (by placement in original retail
packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over exposed terminals or placing each battery in
a separate plastic bag or protective pouch);
3. Batteries must be of a type that meet the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III,
subsection 38.3. No more than two individually protected spare batteries per person may be carried.
(b) For portable electronic devices, such as power tools, video cameras and laptops:
1. No more than 2 lithium ion batteries exceeding a watt-hour rating of 100 Wh but not exceeding 160 Wh may
be carried;
2. Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits (by placement in original retail
packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over exposed terminals or placing each battery in a
separate plastic bag or protective pouch);
3. batteries must be of a type that meet the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III,
subsection 38.3. No more than two individually protected spare batteries per person may be carried.
3.5.20. Self-inflating life-jackets
With the approval of the operator(s), passengers may bring up to two small carbon dioxide cylinders of
carbon dioxide or other suitable gas in Division 2.2, per person, fitted into a self-inflating life-jacket for
inflation purposes, plus up to two spare cartridges;
3.5.21. Small carbon dioxide gas cylinders
Passengers may bring small carbon dioxide gas cylinders worn for the operation of mechanical limbs, as well as
spare cylinders of a similar size to ensure an adequate supply for the duration of the journey.
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3.5.22. Wheelchairs or other battery-powered mobility aids with non-spillable batteries
With the approval of the operator(s), passengers may bring wheelchairs or other battery-powered mobility aids
with non-spillable batteries (see Packing Instruction 872 and Special Provision A67), as checked baggage provided
the battery terminals are protected from short circuits and the battery is securely attached to the wheelchair or
mobility aid;
3.5.23. Wheelchairs or other battery-powered mobility aids with spillable batteries
With approval of the operator(s), passengers may bring wheelchairs or other battery-powered mobility aids with
spillable batteries as checked baggage, provided that the wheelchair or mobility aid can always be loaded,
stowed, secured and unloaded in an upright position. The battery must be disconnected, the battery terminals
protected from short circuits and the battery is securely attached to the wheelchair or mobility aid. If the
wheelchair or mobility aid cannot be loaded, stowed, secured and unloaded always in an upright position, the
battery must be removed and the wheelchair or mobility aid may then be carried as checked baggage without
restriction. The removed battery must be carried in strong, rigid packaging as follows.
The packaging must be leak-tight, impervious to battery fluid and be protected against upset by securing it to a
pallet or in a cargo compartment appropriately secured (other than by bracing with freight or baggage) such as by
use of restraining straps, brackets or holders;
Batteries must be protected against short circuits, secured upright in the packaging and surrounded by
compatible absorbent material sufficient to absorb their total liquid contents; and
The packaging must be marked 'Battery, wet, with wheelchair' or 'Battery, wet with mobility aid' and labelled
with a 'Corrosive' label and with a package orientation label.
The pilot-in-command must be informed of the location of a wheelchair or mobility aid with and installed battery
or the location of a packed battery.
It is recommended that passengers make advance arrangements with each operator. As well, spillable batteries
should be fitted, where feasible, with spill-resistant vent caps.
Note: As per Company Policy wheelchairs fitted with spillable battery will not be permitted on board the aircraft.
3.6. Dangerous Goods in operator’s property
Some articles and substances classified as dangerous goods are required to be on board an aircraft in accordance
with the pertinent airworthiness requirements and operating regulations; or are authorised by the State of the
operator to meet special requirements. Examples of these are: life rafts, life jackets, emergency escape slides, all
of which contain cylinders of compressed gas and may also contain other items such as first aid kits or flares.
Other items such as: aerosols, alcoholic beverages, perfumes and colognes, safety matches and liquefied gas
lighters may be carried aboard an aircraft by the operator for use or sale on the aircraft during the flight or
series of flights.
However, articles and substances intended as replacements or articles and substances, which have been
removed for replacement, must be transported in accordance with the provisions of the DGR. Except that when
consigned by operators, they may be carried in containers specially designed for their transport, provided such
containers are capable of meeting at least the requirements for the packaging specified in the Regulations for the
items packed in the containers.
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Also, Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) intended for use in food and beverage service can be carried aboard the
aircraft.
3.7. Dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities

Special provisions have been made for the transport of very small quantities of dangerous goods, as cargo, which
except them from the usual requirements for dangerous goods including Documentation, hazard labels and
segregation in loading.
Packages containing excepted quantities of dangerous goods do not require any special handling or loading
except as provided in DGR 9.3.1.
Note: Dangerous goods in Excepted quantities are not required to be shown on the NOTOC
Any incident involving leakage or spillage of a package containing excepted quantities of dangerous goods must
be reported: therefore each package is labelled with a special red hatched label (as shown below) for ease of
identification.
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3.8. Dangerous Goods in Excepted quantities

(Excepted quantity Package Mark-Figure 2.6 B (IATA DGR)
Minimum dimension 100 mm
Minimum dimension 100 mm

* Place for class or, when assigned, the division number(s)
** Place for name of the shipper or consignee, if not shown elsewhere on the package.
Must be affixed on any package(s) containing dangerous goods in excepted quantities.
3.9. State and Operator Variations (IATA DGR 2.8)
States (Countries) and Operators (Airlines) may submit their own variations to the Dangerous goods Regulations.
For example, several Governments require that prior authorization must be obtained before certain classes of
Dangerous goods may be shipped to, from or through their country. Some do not permit the use of certain
packagings. Various Airlines also have similar restrictions.
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4. Classification
Classification - Dangerous goods (Refer Section 3 of IATA DGR Manual)
A Dangerous Good is any solid, liquid, or gas that can harm people, other living organisms, property, or the
environment. Dangerous goods may be radioactive, flammable, explosive, toxic, corrosive, biohazardous, an
oxidizer, an asphyxiant, a pathogen, an allergen, or may have other characteristics that render it hazardous in
specific circumstances.
Mitigating the risks associated with hazardous materials may require the application of safety precautions during
their transport, use, storage and disposal. Most countries regulate hazardous materials by law, and they are
subject to several international treaties as well.
Persons who handle dangerous goods will often wear protective equipment, and metropolitan fire departments
often have a response team specifically trained to deal with accidents and spills. These teams train with different
organizations at a variety of specialized locations.
Laws and regulations on the use and handling of hazardous materials may differ depending on the activity and
status of the material. For example one set of requirements may apply to their use in the workplace while a
different requirements may apply to spill response, sale for consumer use, or transportation. Most countries
regulate some aspect of hazardous materials.
The most widely applied regulatory scheme is that for the transportation of dangerous goods. The Committee of
Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods of the United Nations Economic and Social Council issues Model
Regulations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. Most regional and national regulatory schemes for
hazardous materials are harmonized to a greater or lesser degree with the UN Model Regulation. For instance,
the International Civil Aviation Organization has developed regulations for air transport of hazardous materials
that are based upon the UN Model but modified to accommodate unique aspects of air transport. Individual
airline and governmental requirements are incorporated with this by the International Air Transport Association
to produce the widely used IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Dangerous goods are divided into NINE classes on the basis of the specific chemical characteristics producing the
risk
4.1. Class 1: Explosives
Information changes depending on which, "Division" of explosive is shipped. Explosive Dangerous Goods have
compatibility group letters assigned to facilitate segregation during transport. The letters used range from A to S
excluding the letters I, M, O, P, Q and R. The actual letter shown would depend on the specific properties of the
substance being transported.
Div. 1.1 — Articles and substances having a mass explosion hazard. (nitroglycerin/dynamite)
Div. 1.2 — Articles and substances having a projection hazard but not a mass explosion hazard.
Div. 1.3 — Articles and substances having a fire hazard, a minor blast hazard and/or a minor projection hazard
but
not a mass explosion hazard. (rocket propellant, display fireworks)
Div. 1.4 — Articles and substances presenting no significant hazard. (consumer fireworks, ammunition)
Div. 1.5 — Very insensitive substances having a mass explosion hazard.
Div. 1.6 — Extremely insensitive articles which do not have a mass explosion hazard.
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4.2. Class 2: Gases

Gases which are compressed, liquefied or dissolved under pressure as detailed below. Some gases have
subsidiary risk classes; poisonous or corrosive.
Division.2.1 Division. 2.2 Non-Flammable Non Toxic Division.2.3 Toxic Gas:
Flammable Gas Gas Gases liable to cause death
Gases which ignite Gases which are neither flammable nor or serious injury to human
on contact with an poisonous. includes the cryogenic health if inhaled; examples
ignition source, such gases/liquids (temperatures of below -100°C) are fluorine, chlorine, and
as acetylene and used for cryopreservation and rocket fuels, hydrogen cyanide.
hydrogen such as nitrogen and neon.
4.3. Class 3: Flammable Liquids
Flammable liquids included in Class 3 are included in one of the following packing groups:
• Packing Group I, if they have an initial boiling point of 35°C or less at an absolute pressure of 101.3 kPa and
any flash point, such as diethyl ether or carbon disulfide;
• Packing Group II, if they have an initial boiling point greater than 35°C at an absolute pressure of 101.3 kPa
and a flash point less than 23°C, such as gasoline (petrol) and acetone; or
• Packing Group III, if the criteria for inclusion in Packing Group I or II are not met, such as kerosene and
diesel.
4.4. Class 4: Flammable Solids

Substances Liable to Spontaneous Combustion; Substances Which, in Contact with Water, Emit Flammable Gases
Division 4.1: Flammable Division 4.2: Division 4.3: Substances which,
Solids, self-reactive Substances liable to in contact with water, emit
substances and solid spontaneous flammable gases. (Dangerous
desensitized explosives. combustion When Wet)
Solid substances that are Solid substances that Solid substances that emit a
easily ignited and readily ignite spontaneously flammable gas when wet or react
combustible (safety or (aluminium alkyls, white violently with water (sodium,
strike-anywhere matches). phosphorus). calcium, potassium, calcium
carbide).
4.5. Class 5: Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides
Division 5.1: Oxidizer Division 5.2: Organic Peroxides

5.1 Oxidizing agents other than organic peroxides 5.2 Organic peroxides, either in liquid or solid
(calcium hypochlorite, ammonium nitrate, form (benzoyl peroxides, cumene
hydrogen peroxide, potassium permanganate). hydroperoxide).
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4.6. Class 6: Toxic and Infectious Substances
Division 6.1: Toxic Substance Division 6.2: Infectious Substance
• 6.1a Toxic substances which are liable to 6.2 Infectious substances; the World Health
cause death or serious injury to human health if Organization (WHO) divides this class into two
inhaled, swallowed or by skin absorption categories: Category A: Infectious; and Category B:
(potassium cyanide, mercuric chloride). Samples (virus cultures, pathology specimens, used
• 6.1b (Now PGIII) Toxic substances which are intravenous needles)
harmful to human health (pesticides, methylene
chloride).
4.7. Class 7: Radioactive Material
Class 7 : Radioactive material

Radioactive substances comprise substances or a combination of substances which emit ionizing radiation
(uranium, plutonium).
4.8. Class 8: Corrosive
Class 8: Corrosive
Corrosive substances are substances that can dissolve organic tissue or severely corrode certain metals: (sulfuric
acid, hydrochloric acid, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide)
4.9. Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances and Articles, Including Environmentally Hazardous
Substances
Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances and Articles, Including Environmentally Hazardous

Substances
Hazardous substances that do not fall into the other categories (asbestos, air-bag inflators, self inflating life
rafts, dry ice).
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5. IDENTIFICATION (Refer Section 4 of IATA DGR Manual)

General
Dangerous goods are identified by proper shipping names and UN numbers. These names and numbers are
assigned under the United Nations classification system to a specific article or substance. In cases where a UN
number has not yet been assigned, an Identification (ID) number in the 8000 series is assigned.
5.1. List of Dangerous Goods
Section 4.2 of the Regulations contains an alphabetical list of Dangerous goods, most commonly offered for
transport by air. It contains information relating to the UN/ID number, classes, labels, packing method, the
permitted quantities per package on both passenger and cargo aircraft and any special provision that may apply
to that substance. The absence of an article or substance from the list should not be interpreted as permitting its
unregulated carriage by air.
On occasion substances will be offered for transport, which do not have a specific entry in the list of dangerous
goods. In order to properly classify these dangerous goods, a number of Generic entries have been included in
the list which refer to groups or categories of substances, for example Toxic liquid,organic,n.o.s.*(‘not otherwise
specified’) or Alcohols, n.o.s.*. etc.
‘Not Otherwise Specified’ or ‘n.o.s.’ is a term used to describe a substance that meets the classification of a
dangerous good, but is not correctly described by a chemical name. For example, a mixture of two flammable
liquids may be named ‘ Flammable liquid, n.o.s.’ Generic entries with a * require the inclusion of the technical
name of the substance in brackets following the proper shipping name. (DGR 4.1.2.1(d))
Notes :
1. If the UN or ID number is known, the Numerical cross reference list can be used to find the Proper shipping
name. (DGR 4.3)
2. Column N of the list of dangerous goods provides the Emergency response Drill Code ( ERG Code) as found in
the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) document ‘ Emergency Response Guidance for Aircraft
Incidents Involving Dangerous Goods ( ICAO doc 9481). Many operators include the ERG Codes on the Notoc to
assist the Pilot-in-command in the event of in-flight incident involving Dangerous Goods.
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6. Marking and Labeling (Refer Section 7 of IATA DGR Manual)
General - The correct marking and labeling of Dangerous goods packages is an important element in the safe
transport process. Marking and labels fulfill the following general purposes:
• They indicate the contents of the package;
• They indicate that the packaging meets approved standards;
• They provide safe handling and stowage information;
• They indicate the nature of hazard(s).
The shipper is responsible for the correct marking and labeling of the packages presented for transport.
The Cargo agent, freight forwarder and operators’ dangerous goods acceptance staff are required to check and
make sure that all packages are correctly marked and labeled before accepting the consignment.
6.1. Marking
For each package and overpack containing Dangerous goods that requires marking, the shipper must:
1. check that the required marking is applied in the correct locations on the package and that it meets the
quality and specification requirements of the regulations;
2. ensure that where specification packaging is required, the specification marking is specified;
3. remove or obliterate any irrelevant marking;
4. ensure that all of the required markings have been applied when the package is presented to the operator.
There are TWO types of markings:
• Package use marking: Every package of Dangerous goods must be marked with the Proper shipping name,
UN or ID number, and the full name and address of the Shipper and Consignee.
• Package Specific marking: Markings which identify the design or specification of a packaging, when UN
specification packages are used.
UN specification packages are performance oriented and are subject to specified tests before they are permitted
to bear the required marking.
The severity of the tests on a package is dependent on the degree of danger of the intended contents.
UN specification packagings are normally tested and certified by an institute authorised by government
authorities. They bear a UN specification marking an example of which is given below and provide the user with
the following information:
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UN specification markings are made independently by the manufacturer or testing agency and may appear on a
different side.
= United Nations Packaging symbol indicating that the package has been designed, tested and
manufactured according to the United Nations Specifications.
4G = The packaging type code. “4G” indicates a fibreboard box.
X = The packing group designator. X can be used for packing
groups I, II and III. Y can be used for packing group II and III, Z only for packing group III.
20 = Tells you the maximum permitted gross weight, in kilograms, of the package.
S = Indicates the package is used to contain solids or inner packagings.
03 = Indicates the year in which the package was manufactured.
GB = Indicates the State authorising the allocation of the mark.
8234 = Name or identification mark of the manufacturer.
6.2. Labeling
Packages containing dangerous goods must be properly labeled to indicate the contents. There are TWO types of
labels
Hazard Labels
There is a label for each class/division to categorize the nature of the hazard. These labels must be affixed to the
outside of the package when it is offered for transport and must remain on the package while it is in transit
Handling Labels
These labels are used to provide information on the proper handling and stowage of packages of dangerous
goods.
The shipper is responsible for labeling a package or over pack containing dangerous goods.
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6.2.1 HAZARD LABELS

Packages containing dangerous goods are normally identified with special hazard labels, intended to alert you to
the risk inherent to the contents. Each class or division has a unique identification label that must be displayed on
the outside of each package. These hazard labels must conform to detailed specifications covering such items as
size, colour, symbols and class / division number. Although most labels will have the text of the hazard on them,
some may not, but the shape, color, and symbol of the label will alert you to the danger.
Hazard Labels are in the shape of a square set at 45º (diamond shape), and have minimum dimensions of 100mm
X 100mm.
Text indicating the nature of the risk may be shown in the lower half of the hazard label but, except for
Radioactive Material, is not mandatory, unless there is a State or operator variation that requires the text.
Articles and substances that have a subsidiary risk(s) require labels identifying all of the hazards that the article or
substance poses. The hazard labels identifying these primary and subsidiary risks must carry the Class or Division
number in the bottom corner.
Class 1, Explosives labels also require the Compatibility Group to be shown above the Class number in the bottom
corner.
Class 1 - Explosives
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Div 2.1 – Flammable Gas
Div 2.2 – Non flammable and Non toxic Gas
Div 2.3 Toxic Gas
Class 3 – Flammable Liquids
Div 4.1 - Flammable Solid
Div 4.2 - Spontaneous Combustion
Div 4.3 – Dangerous When Wet
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Division 5.1 — Oxidizer
Division 5.2 — Organic Peroxides
Div 6.1 — Toxic substances
Div 6.2 – Infectious substances
Class 7 – Radioactive Materials
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Class 8—Corrosive
Class 9—Miscellaneous
Class 9—Lithium Battery Label
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6.2.2 HANDLING LABELS
In addition to hazard labels, handling labels are to be used to provide information on the proper handling and
stowage of packages of dangerous goods.
Magnetized materials
• Packages bearing the magnetized Material label must not be loaded

in such a position that they will have a significant effect on the
direct reading magnetic compasses of the aircraft or on the master
compass detector units.
• Please note that multiple packages may produce a cumulative

effect.
Cargo Aircraft Only
• Packages on which the Cargo Aircraft Only (CAO) label appears must
not be loaded on passenger aircraft.
• This label must appear on the same surface near the hazard label(s).
• Half-sized CAO labels permitted for small infectious substance

packages only.
Cryogenic Liquids
• Must be used in addition to Division 2.2 hazard label on packages
containing cryogenic liquids.
• The label highlights that the gas may flow from the venting device.
• Because it is extremely cold, this can result in water vapour

condensation in the air, which may look like smoke and non –
dangerous
• Such shipments should be segregated from live animals.
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Package Orientation
• This “Package orientation” Label must be affixed for liquids in

combination packaging’s only.
• Packages bearing the Package orientation label must always be

handled and stowed in the upright position as indicated by the
arrows.
• Such arrows appear on two opposite sides of the package.
Keep away from heat
• Must be used in addition to the applicable hazard label on

packages and over packs containing self-reactive substances
in Division 4.1 and Organic Peroxides in Division 5.2.
• Such shipments must be protected from direct sunlight and

all sources of heat and be placed in adequately ventilated
areas.
Lithium Battery Label

• May be used in addition to the applicable lithium batteries
class 9 hazard label on packages and overpacks containing
lithium batteries
• * place for UN number.
• ** Place for telephone number and additional information.
6.3 Replacement of Labels

When an operator discovers that labels have become lost, detached or illegible, he must replace them in
accordance with the information provided on the “Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods”. This
requirement does not apply where the labels are found to be missing or illegible at time of acceptance.
Note : The Operator or Airline is responsible only for replacing labels that become detached or unidentifiable
during transport.
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7. STORAGE AND LOADING

7.1. Protection from Damage
After acceptance it is the Operators responsibility to ensure that packages of dangerous goods are well protected
from being damaged. Particular attention must be paid to the handling of packages during their preparation for
transport, the type of aircraft on which they are to be carried and the method required to load that aircraft, so
that accidental damage is not caused through dragging or mishandling the packages.
7.2. Inspection of Packages of Dangerous Goods
Packages or overpacks must not be loaded onto an aircraft or into a unit load device unless they have been
inspected immediately prior to loading and found free from visible leaks or damages.
On unloading, packages and overpacks containing dangerous goods must be inspected from damage or leakage.
If evidence of damage or leading is found, the position where the dangerous goods or the unit load device was
stowed on the aircraft must be inspected for damage or contamination and hazardous contamination removed.
Any package, which appears to be damaged or leaking, must be removed from the aircraft and safe disposal
arranged in accordance with company, airport and governmental procedures. This may require the services of
specialist personnel. In the case of spillage of radioactive material or infectious substances, the appropriate
national authority must be advised. In the case of leakage, the operator must ensure the remainder of the
consignment is undamaged and that no other load has been contaminated.
7.3. Securing and Separating Of Dangerous Goods
Packages of dangerous goods must be protected from damage and secured to prevent any movement in flight
that would change the orientation of the packages.
Packages containing dangerous goods, which might react dangerously with each other, must be PHYSICALLY
SEPARATED when loaded on pallets or loaded in the aircraft hold. This is achieved by:
EITHER Separating tie-down of the packages OR locating ordinary non-dangerous packages between incompatible
packages
For packages or overpacks containing Radioactive Material the securing must be adequate to ensure the
separation requirements of DGR 9.3.10.6 and 9.3.10.7 are met at all times. This has been discussed in detail later
in this chapter.
7.4. Loading Restrictions on Flight Deck and Passenger Aircraft.
Dangerous goods may be carried in a main deck cargo compartment of a passenger aircraft provided that the
compartment meets all the certification requirements for a Class B or Class C aircraft cargo compartment.
Packages bearing the "Cargo Aircraft Only" label must not be loaded on passenger aircraft.
A passenger aircraft is defined in the IATA DGR, Appendix A as “an aircraft that carried any person other than a
crew member, an operator's employee in an official capacity, an authorized representative of an appropriate
national authority or a person accompanying a consignment or other cargo."
A cargo aircraft is defined in Appendix A as “any aircraft, other than a passenger aircraft, which is carrying goods
or property."
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7.5. Cargo Compartment Classification

Class C:
A Class C cargo or baggage compartment is one not meeting the requirements for either a Class A or B
compartment but in which:
• there is a separate approved smoke detector or fire detector to give warning at the pilot or flight engineer
station;
• there is an approved built-in fire-extinguishing system controllable from the pilot or fight engineer station;
• there are means of excluding hazardous quantities of smoke, flames, or extinguishing agent from any
compartment occupied by the crew or passengers; and
• there are means of controlling ventilation and draughts within the compartment so that the extinguishing
agent used can control any fire that may start within the compartment.
7.6. Loading Of Incompatible Dangerous Goods

Packages containing dangerous goods, which might react dangerously with each other, must not be stowed on an
aircraft (or in a warehouse) next to each other, or in any position that would allow interaction between when in
the even of a leakage. To maintain acceptable segregation between packages containing dangerous goods having
different hazards, the segregation requirements shown in the table illustrated below (DGR Table 9.3.A) must be
observed. The segregation requirements apply based on all hazard labels applied to the package, irrespective of
whether the hazard is the primary or subsidiary risk.
The extent to which explosives may be stowed together in an aircraft is determined by their "compatibility".
Explosives are considered to be compatible if they can be stowed together without significantly increasing either
the probability of an accident or, for a given quantity, the magnitude of the effects of such an accident.
Compatibility Group criteria is found in DGR Table 3.1.A. Full details of the loading restrictions are shown in DGR
9.3.2.2.2.
Only explosives in Division 1.4 compatibility group S, are permitted to be transported on passenger aircraft.
Dangerous goods requiring segregation must be physically separated by non-dangerous cargo, or separately tied
down on the pallet or aircraft floor.
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7.7. Segregation of packages (IATA DGR Table 9.3.A)

TABLE 9.3.A
Segregation of Packages (9.3.2)
Hazard
1 excl. 1.4S 2 3 4.2 4.3 5.1 5.2 8
Label
See 9.3.2.2.5
1 excluding
(IATA DGR x x x x X x x
1.4S
manual
2 X - - - - - - -
3 X - - - - X - -
4.2 X - - - - X - -
4.3 X - - - - - - x
5.1 X - x x - - - -
5.2 X - - - - - - -
8 X - - - x - - -
Notes:
1. An “x” at the intersection of a row and a column indicates that packages containing these classes/divisions
of dangerous goods must be segregated. A “ – ” at the intersection of a row and a column indicates that
packages containing these classes/divisions of dangerous goods do not require segregation.
2. Division 1.4 S, 4.1 and classes 6, 7 and 9 are not included in Table 9.3.A ( IATA DGR manual) as they do not
require segregation from other classes of dangerous goods.
Examples:
(A) These two packages
and
(label on the first package) (label on the second package)
are INCOMPATIBLE with each other need to be separated, as indicated by the "x" in Table 9.3.A.
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(B) These two packages
and
Are INCOMPATIBLE with each other and need to be separated, as indicated by the "x" in Table 9.3.A.
(C) These two packages
and
are COMPATIBLE with each other. They may be loaded and stowed next to each other.
Some dangerous goods may also be incompatible with some types of non-dangerous cargo. The following
sections of this training manual will provide further discussion on this.
7.8. Stowage of Toxic and Infectious Substances

Packages having substances of Division 2.3, Class 6 (toxic (Div 6.1 and category A infectious substances Div 6.2)
and substances requiring a subsidiary risk “Toxic” label must not be stowed in the same compartment with:
(a) Animals, b) Foodstuffs c) Feed; or
(d) Other edible substances intended for consumption by humans or animals'
Except where:
• the dangerous goods are loaded in one closed unit load device and the foodstuff or animals are loaded in
another closed unit load device or,
• where open unit load devices are used; the ULDs must not be stowed adjacent to each other.
Example:
Dangerous goods labeled
or
must be loaded in a different compartment to perishable (code PER) loads consisting of food for human or animal
consumption (codes EAT, PEP, PES and PEM) and live animals (code AV1, PET) unless as indicated previously.
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7.9. Loading Of Packages Containing Liquid Dangerous Goods

During the course of transport, packages bearing the package orientation “This Way Up” label must be loaded,
stowed and handled at all times in accordance with such a label. Single packaging’s with end closures, containing
liquid dangerous goods must be loaded and stowed aboard an aircraft with such closures upwards,
notwithstanding that such single packagings may also have side closures.
7.10. Loading Of Magnetized Materials
Magnetized materials must not be loaded in such a position that they will have a significant effect on the direct-
reading magnetic compasses or on the master compass detector units of the aircraft.
Note: Masses of ferro-magnetic metals such as automobiles, automobile parts, metal fencing, piping and metal
construction material, even if not meeting the definition of magnetized materials may affect aircraft compasses,
as may packages or items which individually do not meet the definition of magnetized material but cumulatively
may have a magnetic field strength of a magnetized material.
7.11. Loading of Carbon Dioxide, Solid (Dry Ice)
Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) shipped by itself or used as a refrigerant for other commodities may be carried
provided that the operator has made suitable arrangements dependent on the aircraft type, the aircraft
ventilation rates, the method of packing and stowage, whether or not animals will be carried on the same flight
and other factors. The operator must ensure that ground staff are informed that Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) is
being loaded or is on board the aircraft.
Where Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) is contained in a unit load device or other type of pallet prepared by a
single shipper in accordance with the Regulations and the operator after acceptance adds additional dry ice, then
the operator must ensure that the information provided to the pilot-in-command reflects that revised quantity of
dry ice.
As required by the Regulations, crew and passenger checked baggage containing dry ice must be marked to
identify that the baggage contains dry ice and shows the quantity of dry ice or identifies that there is 2.5 kg of dry
ice or less. To assist with the handling of passenger and crew checked baggage containing dry ice, reproduced
below is an example of a baggage tag, which may be used by operators to identify such items of checked
baggage.
Caution: To avoid suffocation, before entering a confined space
where Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice) has been loaded or stored,
ensure adequate ventilation has occurred.
Max Net Wt. recommended by Boeing for our aircrafts are 100 Kgs
(80 kgs equally distributed in four compartments of the cargo hold
and 20 kgs in cabin including 5 kgs for catering)
7.12. Loading Of Expandable Polymeric Beads
A total of not more then 100 kg (222 lb) net weight or expandable
polymeric beads (or granules) or plastic moulding materials
referenced to Packing Instruction 908, may be carried in any
inaccessible hold on any aircraft.
7.13. Loading Of Live Animals with Dangerous Goods
Live animals should not be loaded in close proximity to
cryogenic liquids or dry ice. Live animals should be stowed a level
above packages containing dry ice. They must be separated from
packages of Category II-Yellow radioactive materials by at least 0.5
m (1 ft 8 in) for journeys of 24 hours or less and by at least 1 m (3
ft 4 in) for longer journeys.
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7.14. Loading of Wheelchairs or Other Mobility Aids as Checked Baggage

To take wheelchairs or other battery-powered mobility aids with spillable batteries as checked baggage:
Provided that the wheelchair or mobility aid can be loaded, stowed, secured and unloaded always in an upright
position and that the battery is disconnected, the battery terminals are protected from short circuits and the
battery is securely attached to the wheelchair or mobility aid.
If the wheelchair or mobility aid cannot be loaded, stowed, secured and unloaded always in an upright position,
the battery must be removed and the wheelchair or mobility aid may then be carried as checked baggage without
restriction. The removed battery must be carried in strong, rigid packagings as follows:
these packagings must be leak tight, impervious to battery fluid and be protected against upset by securing to
pallets or by securing them in cargo compartments using appropriate means of securing(other than by bracing
with freight or baggage) such as by use of restraining straps, brackets or holders; batteries must be protected
against short circuits, secured upright in these packaging’s and surrounded by compatible absorbent material
sufficient to absorb their total liquid contents; and
• these packaging’s must be marked “Battery, wet, with wheelchair” or “Battery, wet, with mobility aid” and
be labeled with a “Corrosive” label and with a package orientation (This Way Up) label.
• The pilot-in-command must be informed of the location of a wheelchair or mobility aid with an installed
battery or the location of a packed battery.
It is recommended that passengers make advance arrangements with each operator; also unless batteries are
non-spillable they should be fitted with spill-resistant vent caps when feasible.
Battery –Powered Wheelchair / Mobility Aid Label

To assist the handling of wheelchairs and mobility aids with batteries. The figure below shows an example of a
label which may be used to assist in identifying whether or not a wheelchair has had the battery removed. The
label is in two parts; Part A remains with the wheelchair and indicates whether or not the battery has been
removed. In the particular case where the battery is separated from the wheelchair, Part B may be used to assist
in identifying the battery and also in reconciling the battery and its wheelchair.
Refer from TABLE 10.9.C (Separation of Radioactive Material- Passenger and Cargo Aircraft) (10.9.3.7)
Minimum Distance
Total Sum of TI
meters ft.in.
0.1 to 1.0 0.3 1'0"
1.1 to 2.0 0.5 1'8"
2.1 to 3.0 0.7 2'4"
3.1 to 4.0 0.85 2'10"
4.1 to 5.0 1 3'4"
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8. PROVISION OF INFORMATION (Refer Section 9 of IATA DGR Manual
8.1 Pilot-in-command – Notification to captain (NOTOC)

NOTOC is a document provided to the pilot in command advising him about the different types of special load
/Dangerous Goods loaded as cargo on the aircraft and their positions on the aircraft for handling during
Emergency.
The pilot-in-command of an aircraft in which dangerous goods are to be carried must be provided as soon as
practicable prior to departure of the aircraft, with accurate and legible written or printed information concerning
dangerous goods to be carried as cargo. This information should be presented on a dedicated form and not by
means of “Air Waybills”, Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods” etc. This information is presented on a
“Special Load – Notification to Captain (NOTOC)”form.
The NOTOC is not required for Dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities or for Excepted Packages of Radioactive
Material. The NOTOC must include, as a minimum, the following:
• The Air Waybill number (when issued);
• The proper shipping name supplemented with the technical name(s) if appropriate, and the corresponding
UN number or ID number as listed in the Regulations;
• The Class or Division, and subsidiary risks corresponding to the labels applied by numerals, and in the case of
Class 1, the compatibility group;
• The Packing Group, when applicable;
• For non-Radioactive material, the number of packages, the net quantity, or gross mass if applicable, of each
package, except that this does not apply to dangerous goods where the net quantity or gross mass is not
required on the Shipper’s Declaration, and their exact location. For a consignment consisting of multiple
packages containing dangerous goods bearing the same proper shipping name and UN number, only the
total quantity and an indication of the largest and smallest package at each loading location need to be
provided;
• For radioactive material, the number of packages, their category, their transport index, if applicable, and
their exact loading location;
• Whether the package must be carried on cargo aircraft only;
• The airport at which the package(s) is to be unloaded;
• Where applicable, an indication that the dangerous goods are being carried under a State exemption.
Note:
1. This includes information about dangerous goods loaded at a previous departure point and which are to be
carried on the subsequent flight.
2. Where it is intended to make it possible for the pilot-in-command to provide a telephone number instead of
the details about the dangerous goods on board the aircraft as specified in DGR 9.5.1.3, the telephone
number from where a copy of the information shown on the NOTOC can be obtained during the flight must
be included on the NOTOC.
This information must be provided at the earliest opportunity prior to departure in writing, to enable the pilot-
in-command to check should he wish to do so. The pilot-in-command must indicate on a copy of NOTOC, or in
some way, that he has received the information.
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The information to the pilot-in-command must also include signed confirmation, or some other indication, from
the person responsible for loading the aircraft, that there is no evidence any damages or leaking packages have
been loaded on the aircraft and that the stated loading position is identical with the actual loading position.
The NOTOC must be readily available to the pilot-in-command during flight.
When a pilot-in-command takes over a transit aircraft, a notification for all dangerous goods loaded at previous
airports, and which remain on board the aircraft must be readily available.
The abbreviation NOTOC is also referred to as NOPIC and NOTAC.
The department dispatching the goods is responsible for completion of all of the required information with the
exception of loading position. The loading position should be completed by the Load Planner or inserted by the
loading supervisor / ramp agent based on advice provided by the Load Planner.
A legible copy of the information to the pilot-in-command must be retained on the ground. This copy must have
an indication on it with it that the pilot-in-command has received the information. The copy, or the information
contained in it must be readily accessible to the airport of last departure and next scheduled arrival, until after
the flight to which the information refers.
8.2 Information by the Pilot-in-Command in case of In-flight Emergency
If an in-flight emergency occurs, the pilot-in-command must, as soon as the situation permits, inform the
appropriate air traffic services unit for the information of airport authorities, of any dangerous goods carried as
cargo on board an aircraft, whenever possible, this information should include:
• The proper shipping names and /or UN/ID number.

• The class/Division (and for class 1 the compatibility group)
• Any identified subsidiary risk(s)
• The quantity and the location on board the aircraft.
Alternatively, the pilot-in-command can provide a telephone number where a copy of the information to the
pilot-in-command can be obtained.
When it is not possible to include all the information, those parts thought most relevant in the circumstances, or
a summary of the quantities and class or division of dangerous goods in each cargo compartment, should be
provided by the operator.
An example of a NOTOC is shown on the following page.
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SPECIAL LOAD - NOTIFICATION TO CAPTAIN

STATION OF LOADING FLIGHT NO. DATE AIRCRAFT REG. PREPARED BY :
Name -
Sign. -
DANGEROUS GOODS
IMP Code
Proper Class or Div. Radio UN
STN of Airway UN or Sub No. of Net Qty. (see ERG CAO Loaded
shipping for Class 1 Active Mat. Packing
Unloading Bill No. ID No. risk Pkgs. Per Pkg Reverse) Code (x) CPT.
name Compt. Grp. Categ. Group
OTHER SPECIAL LOAD: There is no evidence that any damaged or leaking packages containing dangerous goods have
been loaded on the aircraft
Airway
Station of Contents & No. of Supplementary IMP code (see Loading position
Bill Qty.
Unloading Description Packages Information Reverse) compartment
No.
Loaded as shown Other Information :

Captain’s Name.
Name Total Net Qty. of Dry ice in each hold :-
Sign. Sign. FWD :……………………Kg.
SLT No. ATPL No. AFT:……………………..Kg.
Time Time
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DIVISION/ TABLE 9.3.A
IMP Segregation of Packages (9.3.2)
NAME CLASS COMPAT.
CODE
GRP. Hazard
1 excl. 1.4S 2 3 4.2 4.3 5.1 5.2 8
Label
RXS Explosive 1 1.4S
1
excluding See 9.3.2.2.5 x x x x x x X
RNG Non-Flammable Gas 2.2 1.4S
RFG Flammable Gas 2.1 2 X - - - - - - -
2
RCL Crygogenic Liquid 2.2
3 X - - - - x - -
RPG Toxic Gas 2.3
4.2 X - - - - x - -
RFL Flammable Liquid 3
4.3 X - - - - - - X
RFS Flammable Solid 4.1 5.1 X - x x - - - -

RSC Spontaneously Combustible 4 4.2
5.2 X - - - - - - -
RFW Dangerous When Wet 4.3
8 X - - - x - - -
ROX Oxidizer 5.1
5
ROP Organic Peroxide 5.2
Note
RPB Toxic substance 6.1 Note 1) An “x” at the intersection of a row and a column indicates
that packages containing these classes/divisions of dangerous goods
Biological Substance, Category must be segregated.
RDS 6.2
B (UN 3373) 6 A “ – ” at the intersection of a row and a column indicates that
Infectious – substance packages containing these classes/divisions of dangerous goods do
RIS 6.2
(UN 2814 or UN 2900) not require segregation.
Note 2) Division 1.4 S, 4.1 and classes 6, 7 and 9 are not included in
RRW Radioactive – White Cat I Table 9.3.A ( IATA DGR manual) as they do not require segregation
7
RRY Radioactive – Yellow Cats II & III from other classes of dangerous goods
Incompatible Dangerous goods must not be loaded in close

RCM Corrosive 8 proximity of one another. (Should not interact in the event of
leakage). Minimum distance 2 feet or 60 cms.
RSB Polystyrene Beads Incompatible Dangerous goods must not be loaded in the same bulk
MAG Magnetized Material hold. If loaded in ULD's. The ULD's must not be loaded adjacent to
ICE Dry Ice each other.
Miscellaneous Dangerous Radioactive material – Separation distance from cabin :
RMD
Goods
0.1-1.0 T.I. - 1’0” (ft.in.) or 0.30 meters.
Fully regulated lithium ion
batteries as per Section 1.1-2.0 T.I. - 1’8” (ft.in.) or 0.50 meters.
RLI 2.1-3.0 T.I. - 2’4” (ft.in.) or 0.70 meters.
IA & IB of PI 965 and section I
of PI 966-967 (Ref. Table 10.9.C. IATA DGR)
9
Fully regulated lithium metal Animals which are natural enemies must be segregated. Laboratory
batteries as per Section animals must be segregated from other animals.
RLM
IA & IB of PI 968 and section I
of PI 969-970 OTHER SPECIAL LOAD
Lithium ion batteries excepted IMP CODE NAME IMP CODE NAME
ELI
as per Section II of PI965-967
AVI Live Animals HUM Human Remains
Lithium metal batteries
ELM excepted as per Section II of EAT Foodstuffs PER Perishables
PI968-970 Undeveloped Films/
FIL HEG Hatching Eggs
Unexposed Films
CAO Cargo Aircraft Only
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9. DANGEROUS GOODS EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Always be aware of local emergency phone numbers of
 Immediate superior /Station Manager
 Police Station
 Fire Station
 Hospital(s) /Ambulance
9.1. EMERGENCY RESPONSE AS PER CLASSES
The following is guidance for dealing with Dangerous goods incidents by class, provided to their staff by an Airline
Class 1 - Explosives
(a) No smoking or flames allowed
(b) Little immediate health risk
Class 2 - Gases
(b) Wear protective clothing against cryogenic liquids or poisonous gas
(c) Avoid rough handling of cylinders as it may aggravate the situation
FIRE
Small : All extinguishers acceptable though BCF is most effective against small escaping fires.
Large : Water spray or fog
FIRST AID
 Remove victim to fresh air
 Remove contaminated clothing
 If breathing is difficult give oxygen
 Keep victim quiet and maintain normal body temperature
 Treat any injuries
Class 3 – Flammable Liquids
(b) Use water spray to reduce vapours
FIRE
Small : Dry chemical, BCF, Co2, alcohol foam or water spray.
Large : Alcohol foam, water spray or fog.
If practical, cool containers exposed to fire with water.
Avoid spreading flammable liquid.
SPILLS OR LEAKAGE
Small : Take up with sand or other non-combustible material then flush area.
Large : Dike ahead of spill for later disposal
FIRST AID
 If not breathing give artificial respiration
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 Remove and isolate contaminated clothing

 In case of contact with material, flush skin and eyes with running water for atleast 15 minutes.
Class 4 – Flammable Solids
(b) Do not touch spilled material
FIRE - Do not use water on goods displaying DANGEROUS WHEN WET
Small : Dry chemical, sand, foam, BCF, Co2, water spray

Large : Water spray, fog or foam.
If practical cool containers exposed to fire.
Use dry sand on magnesium fire, NOT WATER
SPILLS OR LEAKAGE
Small : Shovel into dry containers, move containers then flush area with water.
Large : Dike ahead of spill for later disposal.
If DANGEROUS WHEN WET cover with dry sand or other dry non-combustible Material.
FIRST AID
Class 5 – Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides
(b) Use water spray to reduce vapours
FIRE
Large : Alcohol foam, water spray, fog or foam. If practical, cool containers exposed to fire with water.
Avoid spreading flammable liquid.
SPILLS OR LEAKAGE
FIRST AID
Division 6.1 – Toxic (Poisonous) Substances

(a) Do not touch spilled material
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(b) Use water spray to reduce vapours or airborne dust.

FIRE
SPILLS OR LEAKAGE
FIRST AID
 Remove affected persons to fresh air
 Call emergency medical care
 Effects may be delayed, keep victim under observation.
Division 6.2 – Infectious substances
If any person responsible for the carriage or opening of infectious substances becomes aware of damage or
leakage to such a package, that person must :
o avoid handling the package or keep handling to a minimum
o inspect adjacent packages for contamination and put aside any that may have been contaminated;
o inform the appropriate public health authority or veterinary authority and provide information on any
transit aerodromes where persons may have been exposed to danger;
o notify the consignee and/or consignor.
Class 7 – Radioactive Materials

If it is evident or suspected that a package of radioactive material is damaged or leaking
- restrict access to the package immediately
- enter spill area only to save life; limit entry to shortest possible time.
- get a qualified person to assess the extent of contamination and resulting radiation level to the package,
aircraft, aircraft equipment and all other materials which have been carried on the aircraft as soon as
possible;
- follow additional steps in accordance with directions from the relevant competent authority to minimize the
consequences of such leakage or damage;
- notify the appropriate national authority to ensure adjacent loading or unloading areas are assessed for
contamination.
Packages leaking radioactive contents in excess of allowable limits for normal conditions of transport may be
removed only under supervision and must not be forwarded until repaired or reconditioned and
decontaminated.
FIRST AID
 Call emergency medical care;
 If not affecting injury, remove and isolate contaminated clothing; wrap victim in a blanket before
transporting;
 If not injured shower victim with soap and water;
 Advice medical care that injured persons may have been exposed to radiation;
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 Except for the injured, detain persons and equipment exposed to radiation until instruction or arrival of the
national competent authority.
Aircraft or aircraft equipment used routinely for the carriage of radioactive materials must be periodically
checked to determine contamination. The frequency of such checks would be determined by the likelihood of
contamination and the extent to which radioactive materials are carried.
Any aircraft which has a non-fixed contamination greater than the limits specified in Table 9.4.A
must be taken out of service and not returned to service until the non-fixed contamination or radiation returns to
acceptable levels.
Class 8 – Corrosives
Do not touch spilled material.
FIRE
Small : Dry chemical, BCF, Co2, foam or water spray.
If practical, cool containers exposed to fire with water.
SPILLS OR LEAKAGE
Small : Take up with sand or other non-combustible material then flush area with water.
FIRST AID
 In case of contact with material, flush skin and eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes.
Class 9- Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

Potential hazards can be unique to the type of item. Listed below are some items in Class 9
AMMONIUM NITRATE FERTILIZER
When mixed with hydrocarbon fuel, e.g. Kerosene, it can react explosively. However it usually another explosive
to ignite it.
ASBESTOS (ALL TYPES)

Fine mineral fibres can lodge in lungs and cause disease.
 Isolate hazard area;
 Water self contained breathing apparatus or filter mask
CONSUMER COMMODITY
May contain flammable liquids (class 3), aerosols (class 2) or toxic substances (Division 6.1)
Treat according to class.
CARBON DIOXIDE, SOLID (DRY ICE):
Approximate temperature is -80°c and can cause severe damage to skin tissue by freezing. Dry ice “evaporates”
to form an invisible odour less heavy gas that, by displacing air, can cause suffocation of humans and animals.
o Avoid handling
o Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
o Encourage ventilation of confined spaces.
o Remove victims to fresh air.
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9.2. General Emergency procedures

9.2.1. Passenger handling staff and Security Screening Personnel
The general procedures to be followed during a dangerous goods incident comprise the following:
• Notify immediate supervisor and get professional assistance.
• Identify the dangerous goods(if safe to do so)
• Where safe to do so, isolate the package by removing other packages or property.
• Avoid contact with the contents of the package.
• If the contents come in contact with your body or clothes :
o thoroughly wash off body with plenty of water
o remove contaminated clothing
o do not eat or smoke
o keep hands away from eyes, mouth and nose
o seek medical assistance
• Staff involved in such incidents should stay on site until their names are noted.
• The appropriate authorities must be notified.
9.2.2. Ramp and Warehouse Personnel
The general procedures to be followed comprise of the following:
• Notify immediate supervisor first;
• Identify the dangerous goods(if safe to do so);
• Where safe to do so, isolate the package by removing other packages or property;
• Avoid contact with the contents of the package;
• If the contents come in contact with your body or clothes :
o thoroughly wash off body with plenty of water
o remove contaminated clothing
o do not eat or smoke
o keep hands away from eyes, mouth and nose
o seek medical assistance
• Staff involved in such incidents should stay on site until their names are noted.
9.2.3. Flight Crew (CATEGORY 10)
Flight Crew (CATEGORY 10)
CHECKLIST FOR DANGEROUS GOODS INCIDENTS
Step Action
• Follow The Appropriate Aircraft Emergency Procedures For Fire Or Smoke
Removal
• No smoking sign on
• Consider landing as soon as possible
• Consider turning off non-essential electrical power
• Determine source of smoke / fumes / fire
• . For dangerous goods incidents in the passenger cabin, see cabin crew
checklist and coordinate cockpit / cabin crew actions
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• Determine emergency response drill code '

• Use guidance from aircraft emergency response drills chart to help deal with
incident
• If the situation permits, notify ATC of the dangerous goods being carried
after landing
• Disembark passengers and crew before opening any cargo compartment

doors
• Inform ground personnel / emergency services of nature of item and where
stowed
• Make appropriate entry in maintenance log
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9.2.4. Cabin Crew (CATEGORY 11)

These are found in the ICAO Emergency Response Guide and are as follows:
CABIN CREW CHECKLIST FOR DANGEROUS GOODS INCIDENTS IN THE PASSENGER CABIN DURING FLIGHT
This section consists of cabin crew checklists for dangerous goods incidents in the passenger cabin during flight
involving:
a) battery I portable electronic device (PED) fire I smoke (see Table 1);
b) overhead bin battery I portable electronic device (PED) fire I smoke (see Table 2);
c) overheated battery I electrical smell involving a portable electronic device (PED) - no visible
fire or smoke (see Table 3);
d) PED inadvertently crushed or damaged in electrically adjustable seat (see Table 4);
e) fire involving dangerous goods (see Table 5); and
f) spillage or leakage of dangerous goods (see Table 6)
Table 1 : Battery / portable electronic device (PED) fire / smoke
Checklist for battery / portable electronic device (PED) fire / smoke

Step Cabin crew action
1. IDENTIFY THE ITEM
Note.- It may not be possible to identify the item (source of fire) immediately. In this case, apply Step
2 first, and then attempt to identify it.
Caution:
In order to avoid injury from a flash fire, it is not recommended to open the affected baggage when there is
any indication of smoke or flames.
2. APPLY FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURE

a) Obtain and use the appropriate fire extinguisher.
b) Retrieve and use protective equipment, as applicable to the situation.
c) Move passengers away from the area, if possible.
d) Notify pilot-in-command I other cabin crew members.
Note.- Actions should occur simultaneously in a multi-crew operation.
3. REMOVE POWER
a) Disconnect the device from the power supply, if safe to do so.

b) Turn off in-seat power, if applicable.
c) Verify that power to the remaining electrical outlets remains off, if applicable.
Caution:
Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device.
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4. DOUSE THE DEVICE WITH WATER (OR OTHER NON-FLAMMABLE LIQUID)

Note.- Liquid may turn to steam when applied to the hot battery.
5. LEAVE THE DEVICE IN ITS PLACE AND MONITOR FOR ANY REIGNITION
a) If smoke or flames reappear, repeat Steps 2 and 4.
Caution:
- - Do not attempt to pick up or move the device.
- - Do not cover or enclose the device.
- - Do not use ice or dry ice to cool the device.
6. WHEN THE DEVICE HAS COOLED

(e.g. approximately 10 to 15 minutes)
a) Obtain a suitable empty container.
b) Fill the container with enough water (or other non-flammable liquid) to submerge the device.
c) Using protective equipment, place the device in the container and completely submerge in water
(or other non-flammable liquid).
d) Stow and secure (if possible) the container to prevent spillage.
7. MONITOR THE DEVICE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE FLIGHT
8. AFTER LANDING AT THE NEXT DESTINATION

a) Apply operator's post-incident procedures.
Table 2 : Overhead bin battery / portable electronic device (PED} fire / smoke
Checklist of overhead bin battery / portable electronic device (PED) fire / smoke

1. APPLY FIRE -FIGHTING PROCEDURE
a) Obtain and use the appropriate fire extinguisher.

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If the device is visible and accessible, or, if the device is contained in baggage and flames
are visible:
a) Re-apply Step 1 to extinguish the flames, if applicable.

b) Apply Steps 3 to 5.
If smoke is coming from the overhead bin, but the device is not visible or accessible:
c) Remove other baggage from the overhead bin to access the affected baggage/
item.
d) Identify the item.
e) Apply steps 3 to 5
Caution:
In order to avoid injury from a flash fire, it is not recommended to open the affected
baggage when there is any indication of smoke or flames.
3. DOUSE THE DEVICE (BAGGAGE) WITH WATER (OR OTHER NON-FLAMMABLE LIQUID)
Note.- Liquid may turn to steam when applied to the hot battery
4. WHEN THE DEVICE HAS COOLED
a) Obtain a suitable empty container
b) Fill the container with enough water (or other non-flammable liquid) to submerge the
device.
c) Using protective equipment, place the device in the container and completely
submerge in water (or other non-flammable liquid).
d) Stow and secure (if possible) the container to prevent spillage.
MONITOR THE DEVICE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE
5.
FLIGHT
AFTER LANDING AT THE NEXT DESTINATION
6.
Table 3 : Overheated battery / electrical smell involving a portable electronic device (PED) - no visible fire or smoke
Checklist for Overheated battery / electrical smell involving a portable electronic device (PED) - no
visible fire or smoke
2. IN STRUCT THE PASSENGER TO TURN OFF THE DEVICE IMMEDIATELY
3. REMOVE POWER
a) Disconnect the device from the power supply, if safe to do so.
b) Turn off in-seat power, if applicable.
c) Verify that power to the remaining electrical outlets remains off, if applicable.
d) Verify that the device remains off for the remainder of the flight.
Caution :
Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device.
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4. INSTRUCT THE PASSENGER TO KEEP THE DEVICE VISIBLE AND MONITOR CLOSELY
Caution:
Unstable batteries may ignite even after the device is turned off.
5. IF SMOKE OR FLAMES APPEAR
a) Apply BATTERY / PED FIRE / SMOKE checklist (see table 1).
Table 4 : PED inadvertently crushed or damaged in electrically adjustable seat

Checklist for PED inadvertently crushed or damaged in electrically adjustable seat

1. NOTIFY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND / OTHER CABIN CREW MEMBERS
2. OBTAIN INFORMATION FROM PASSENGER, BY ASKING HIM/HER
a) To identify the item.
b) Where he/she suspects that the item may have dropped or slipped into.
c) If the seat was moved since misplacing the item.
3. RETRIEVE AND USE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, IF AVAILABLE
4. RETRIEVE THE ITEM

Caution:
Do not move the seat electrically or mechanically when attempting to retrieve
the item.
5. IF SMOKE OR FLAMES APPEAR

a) Apply BATTERY /PED FIRE I SMOKE checklist (see Table 1).

Table 5 : Fire involving dangerous goods

Checklist for Fire involving dangerous goods
Note. - It may not be possible to identify the item (source of fire) immediately.
In this case, apply Step 2 first, and then attempt to identify it.
Caution:
In order to avoid injury from a flash fire, it is not recommended to open
the affected baggage when there is any indication of smoke or flames.
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2. APPLY FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURE

a) Obtain and use the appropriate fire extinguisher I check use of water.

3. MONITOR FOR ANY REIGNITION
a) If smoke/flames reappear, repeat Step 2.
4. ONCE THE FIRE HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED
a) Apply SPILLAGE OR LEAKAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS checklist, if required
(see table 6).
a) Apply operator's post-incident procedures
Table 6 : Spillage or leakage of dangerous goods

Checklist for Spillage or leakage of dangerous goods
1. NOTIFY THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND I OTHER CABIN CREW MEMBERS
3. COLLECT EMERGENCY RESPONSE KIT OR OTHER USEFUL ITEMS

4. DON RUBBER GLOVES AND SMOKE HOOD
5. MOVE PASSENGERS AWAY FROM AREA AND DISTRIBUTE WET
TOWELS OR CLOTHS
6. PLACE DANGEROUS GOODS ITEM IN POLYETHYLENE BAGS
7. STOW POLYETHYLENE BAGS
TREAT AFFECTED SEAT CUSHIONS I COVERS IN THE SAME MANNER AS

8.
DANGEROUS GOODS ITEM
9. - COVER SPILLAGE ON CARPET I FLOOR
10. REGULARLY INSPECT ITEMS STOWED AWAY I CONTAMINATED FURNISHINGS

9.3. Dangerous goods in Cargo Holds

Spillages or leakages from packages containing dangerous goods are unlikely to be detected during flight unless
they cause noticeable fumes in the passenger cabin or on the flight deck. In the event of leakage, the air in the
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passenger cabin or on the flight deck may have become flammable, irritating or toxic. Non essential electrics
should be turned off and smoking prohibited. Crew should also use full face masks (100% oxygen) or smoke
hoods. Wherever possible passengers should be provided with wet towels or cloths for use over the nose and
mouth.
9.4. Contaminated Cargo or Baggage handling
If baggage or cargo not identified as containing dangerous goods has been contaminated and it is suspected that
dangerous goods may be the cause of the contamination, the reasonable steps must be taken to identify the
nature and source of contamination before proceeding with the loading of the contaminated baggage or cargo. If
the contaminating substance is found or suspected to be a substance classified as dangerous goods by the
regulations, the baggage or cargo must be isolated and appropriate steps must be taken to nullify any identified
hazard before the baggage or cargo is transported further by air.
9.5. Information to Emergency services
In the event of:
An aircraft accident; or serious incident, where dangerous goods carried as cargo may be involved, information
must be provided, without delay, to emergency services responding to the accident or serious incident about the
dangerous goods on board, as shown on the information to the pilot in command. As soon as possible,
information must also be provided to the appropriate authorities of the State of the operator (i.e – DGCA, India)
and the state in which the accident or serious incident occurred.
9.6. Reporting of incidents and accidents
9.6.1. Dangerous goods accident
Is as an occurrence related to the transport of dangerous goods by air which results in fatal or serious injury to a
person or major property damage.
9.6.2. Dangerous goods incident
Is as an occurrence, other than a dangerous goods accident, related to the transport of dangerous goods by air,
not necessarily happening on board an aircraft, which results in injury to a person, property damage, fire,
breakage, spillage, leakage of fluid or radiation or other evidence that the integrity of the packaging has not been
maintained. Any occurrence relating to the transport of dangerous goods which seriously jeopardizes an aircraft
or its occupants is also deemed to be a dangerous goods incident.
9.6.3. Reporting Of Undeclared or Mis-Declared Dangerous Goods
Any occasion when undeclared or mis-declared dangerous goods are discovered in cargo must be reported. Such
a report must be made to the appropriate authorities of the State of the operator(i.e – DGCA, India) and the State
in which this occurred. Any occasion when dangerous goods not permitted under DGR section 2.3 are discovered
in passengers’ baggage must also be reported. Such a report must be made to the appropriate authority of the
State in which this occurred.
The dangerous goods incidents and accidents must be reported to the appropriate authorities of the State of the
operator (i.e – DGCA, India) and the State in which the accident or incident occurred, in accordance with the
reporting requirements of those appropriate authorities.
This reporting is required so that the authority can take action to prevent a recurrence of the offence.
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9.7. Emergency Response Chart (Ground Incidents)
Hazard Dangerous Goods Class Hazard Description

Class Immediate Action
Division and Minimise leakage and contact
Compatibility with other cargo
Group
1.3C Fire and minor blast hazard and/or
1.3G minor propulsive hazard
1.4B Explosives Fire,
(Acceptable on Cargo Notify
1.4C But no other
Aircraft only) Fire Department
1.4D Significant hazard
1.4E
Guard
1.4G
Against fire
1.4S Explosives (safety) Small fire hazard
2.1 Flammable Gas Ignites when leaking
2.2 Non-Flammable Gas High pressure cylinder bursting Notify Fire Department
2.2 Cryogenic Liquid Sub cooling Evacuate goods – ventilate
Area
Toxic Gas (acceptable on High pressure cylinder and toxic Keep away Minimum 25 m
2.3 Cargo Aircraft only) inhalation
3 Flammable Liquid Ignites when leaking
Notify Fire Department
4.1 Flammable Solid Combustible, contributes to fire Do not use water under any
4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Ignites in contact with air circumstances
4.3 Dangerous when wet Ignites in contact with water
5.1 Oxidizer Ignites combustibles on contact Notify Fire Department
5.2 Organic Peroxide Reacts violently with other substances Do not use water
6.1 Poison Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or in Isolate area
contact with skin Obtain qualified assistance
6.2 Infectious Substance Do not touch
Causes disease in Humans and Animals
7 Cat I Radioactive – White Radiation hazards and Keep away
7 Cat II/III Radioactive – Yellow Harmful to health Minimum 25 m
8 Corrosive Hazardous to skin and metal Notify Fire Department
Avoid contact with skin
9 Polymeric Beads Evolves small quantities of flammable
Magnetized Material gas
Dry Ice Affects navigation system
Miscellaneous Dangerous Causes sub cooling/suffocation Avoid contact with skin
Goods Hazards not covered by No immediate action required
Other classes
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9.8 Table 4.1 - Aircraft Emergency Response Drills ( For flight Crew)
1. COMPLETE APPROPRIATE AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
2. CONSIDER LANDING AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE
3. USE DRILL FROM THE CHART BELOW
DRILL INHERENT RISK RISK TO RISK TO SPILL OR LEAK FIREFIGHTING ADDITIONAL
NO AIRCRAFT OCCUPANTS PROCEDURE PROCEDURE CONSIDERATIONS
1 Explosion may Fire and or As indicated by Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt loss
cause explosion the drill oxygen; no according to of pressurization.
structural letter(s) smoking availability; use
failure standard fire
procedure
2 Gas, non Minimal As indicated by Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt loss
flammable the drill oxygen; according to of pressurization.
pressure may letter(s) establish and availability; use
create hazard in maintain standard fire
fire. maximum procedure
ventilation for
“A”, “I” or “P”
drill letter
3 Flammable liquid Fire and /or Smoke, fumes Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt loss
or solid explosion and heat, and oxygen; according to of pressurization.
as indicated by establish & availability; no
the drill maintain water on “W”
letter(s) maximum drill letter
ventilation; no
smoking;
minimum
electrics
4 Spontaneously Fire and /or Smoke, fumes Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt
combustible or explosion and heat, and oxygen; according to loss of
pyrophoric when as indicated by establish and availability; no pressurization.
exposed to air the drill maintain water on “W” minimum electrics
letter(s) maximum drill letter if “F” or “H” drill
ventilation letter
5 Oxidizer, may Fire and/or Eye, nose and Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt loss
ignite other explosion, throat oxygen;& according to of pressurization.
materials , may possible irritation; skin maintain availability; no
explode in heat corrosion damage on maximum water on “W”
of a fire damage contact ventilation drill letter
6 Toxic, may be Contamination Acute toxicity, Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt loss
fatal if inhaled, with toxic effects may be oxygen; according to of pressurization.
ingested, or liquid or solid delayed establish and availability; no minimum electrics
absorbed by skin maintain water on “W” if “F” or “H” drill
maximum drill letter letter
ventilation; do
not touch
without gloves
7 Radiation from Contamination Exposure to Do not move All agents Call for a qualified
broken/unshielded with spilled radiation, and packages; according to person to meet
packages radioactive personnel avoid contact availability the aircraft
material contamination
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DRILL INHERENT RISK RISK TO RISK TO SPILL OR LEAK FIREFIGHTING ADDITIONAL

NO AIRCRAFT OCCUPANTS PROCEDURE PROCEDURE CONSIDERATIONS
8 Corrosive, fumes Possible Eye, nose Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt
disabling if oxygen;
inhaled or in corrosion and throat according to loss of
contact with skin damage irritation; establish and availability; no pressurization.
skin damage maintain water on “W” minimum
on contact maximum drill letter electrics if “F” or
ventilation; “H” drill letter
do not touch
without
gloves
9 No general As indicated As indicated Use 100% All agents None
by the drill
inherent risk letter by the drill oxygen; according to
letter. and availability; no
maintain water on “W”
maximum drill letter
ventilation if
“A” drill
letter
10 Gas, flammable, Fire and/or Smoke, Use 100% All agents Possible abrupt
explosion according to loss of
high fire risk if fumes and oxygen; availability pressurization
any ignition heat, and as establish &
source present indicated by maintain
the drill letter maximum
ventilation;
no smoking;
minimum
electrics
11 Infectious Contamination Delayed Do not All agents Call for a
substances may with infection touch. according to qualified person
affect humans infectious to humans Minimum re- availability; no to meet the
or animals if substances or animals circulation water on “Y” aircraft
inhaled, and drill letter
ingested or ventilation in
absorbed affected area
through the
mucus
membrane or an
open wound
DRILL LETTER ADDITIONAL RISK DRILL LETTER ADDITIONAL RISK
A ANAESTHETIC S SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTIBLE OR PYROPHORIC
C CORROSIVE W IF WET GIVES OFF POISONOUS OR FLAMMABLE GAS
E EXPLOSIVE X OXIDIZER
F FLAMMABLE Y DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCE, THE
H HIGHLY IGNITABLE APPROPRIATE NATIONAL AUTHORITY MAY BE REQUIRED TO
I IRRITANT/TEAR PRODUCING QUARANTINE INDIVIDUALS,ANIMALS,CARGO & THE
L OTHER RISK LOW OR NONE AIRCRAFT
M MAGNETIC Z AIRCRAFT CARGO FIRE SEPERATION SYSTEM MAY NOT
S NOXIOUS EXTINGUISH OR CONTAIN THE FIRE; CONSIDER LANDING
P TOXIC* (POISON) IMMEDIATELY
*Toxic has the same meaning as poison.
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10. 2017 Lithium Battery Guidance Document
Transport of Lithium Metal and Lithium Ion Batteries Revised for the 2017 Regulations
Introduction
This document is based on the provisions set out in the 2017-2018 Edition of the ICAO
Technical Instruction for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (Technical Instructions) and
the 58th Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR).
Definitions
Lithium Battery – The term “lithium battery” refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries,
comprising many types of cathodes and electrolytes. For the purposes of the DGR they are separated into:
a. Lithium metal batteries - Are generally primary (non-rechargeable) batteries that have lithium metal or
lithium compounds as an anode. Also included within lithium metal are lithium alloy batteries. Lithium metal
batteries are generally used to power devices such as watches, calculators, cameras, temperature data loggers,
car key fobs and defibrillators.
Note:
Lithium metal batteries packed by themselves (not contained in or packed with equipment) (Packing Instruction 968)
are forbidden for transport as cargo on passenger aircraft unless shipped under exemption issued by all States
concerned, see Special Provision A201.
b. Lithium ion batteries - (sometimes abbreviated Li-ion batteries) Are a secondary (rechargeable) battery where
the lithium is only present in an ionic form in the electrolyte. Also included within the category of lithium-ion
batteries are lithium polymer batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are generally used to power devices such as mobile
telephones, laptop computers, tablets, power tools and e-bikes.
Note:
Lithium ion batteries packed by themselves (Packing Instruction 965) (not contained in or packed with equipment):
(a) must be shipped at a state of charge (SoC) not exceeding 30% of their rated design capacity. Cells and/or
batteries at a SoC of greater than 30% may only be shipped with the approval of the State of Origin and the
State of the Operator under the written conditions established by those authorities, see Special Provision
A331; and
(b) are forbidden for transport as cargo on passenger aircraft unless shipped under exemption issued by all States
concerned, see Special Provision A201.
Example of Lithium Metal Cells and Batteries Lithium-ion batteries
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Some more technical definition of a battery and cell, as indicated in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, is as
follows:
Battery means two or more cells which are electrically connected together and fitted with devices necessary for use,
for example, case, terminals, marking and protective devices. Units which have two or more cells that are
commonly referred to as "battery packs", "modules" or "battery assemblies" having the primary function of
providing a source of power to another piece of equipment are for the purposes of the UN Model Regulations and
this guidance document treated as batteries. See definitions for “cell” and “single cell battery”. (See also “Power
Banks”)
Button cell or battery means a round small cell or battery when the overall height is less than the diameter.
Cell means a single encased electrochemical unit (one positive and one negative electrode) which exhibits a voltage
differential across its two terminals. Under the UN Model Regulations, UN Manual of Tests and Criteria and this
guidance, to the extent the encased electrochemical unit meets the definition of “cell” herein, it is a “cell”, not a
“battery”, regardless of whether the unit is termed a “battery” or a “single cell battery” outside of the UN Model
Regulations, the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria and this guidance.
Rated capacity means the capacity, in ampere-hours or milli ampere-hours, of a cell or battery as
measured by subjecting it to a load, temperature and voltage cut-off point specified by the manufacturer.
Note:
The following IEC standards provide guidance and methodology for determining the rated capacity:
Methods to protect against short circuit include, but are not limited to, the following methods:
a. Packing each battery or each battery-powered device when practicable, in fully enclosed inner packagings
made of non-conductive material (such as a plastic bag);
b. Separating or packing batteries in a manner to prevent contact with other batteries, devices or conductive
materials (e.g. metal) in the packagings; and
c. Ensuring exposed terminals or connectors are protected with non-conductive caps, non- conductive tape,
or by other appropriate means.
If not impact resistant, the outer packaging must not be used as the sole means of protecting the battery
terminals from damage or short-circuiting. Batteries should be securely cushioned and packed to prevent shifting
which could loosen terminal caps or reorient the terminals to produce short circuits.
Terminal protection methods include but are not limited to the following:
a. Securely attaching covers of sufficient strength to protect the terminals;
b. Packaging the battery in a rigid plastic packaging; and
c. Constructing the battery with terminals that are recessed or otherwise protected so that the terminals will
not be subjected to damage if the package is dropped.
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Lithium battery related portable electronic devices:
1. Power Bank (power pack, mobile battery, etc.) - These are portable devices designed to be able to charge
consumer devices such as mobile phones and tablets. For the purposes of this guidance document and the
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, power banks are to be classified as batteries and must be assigned to
UN 3480, lithium ion batteries, or UN 3090, lithium metal batteries, as applicable. For carriage by
passengers, power banks are considered spare batteries and must be individually protected from short-
circuit and carried in carry-on baggage only.
2. Consumer electronics – Cameras , mobile phones , Laptops , Tablets – Can be carried either in checked baggage
or carry-on baggage
3. Portable oxygen concentrators (POC) - Can be carried either in checked baggage or carry-on baggage.
4. e-cigarettes (including e-cigars, e-pipes, other personal vaporizers) - For carriage by passengers, must be
individually protected from short-circuit and carried in carry-on baggage only.
To carry all the above mentioned product by passenger – For lithium metal batteries the lithium metal content
must not exceed 2 g (gram) and for lithium ion batteries the watt-hour rating must not exceed 100 Wh (watt-
hour).
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Note 1- As per DGCA guidelines Samsung Galaxy Note 7 are forbidden to be carried by any passenger through
checked or carry on baggage both.
Note 2 -Due to Aircraft safety we don’t allow Hoverboard or Mini sageways through passenger baggage (both
checked baggage & carry-on baggage)
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Appendix A
Company Policy
11. Appendix A - SpiceJet Dangerous Goods Carriage Policy
1. The articles and substance that are specifically identified by name or by generic description
in the Technical Instructions as being forbidden for transport by air under any circumstances.
2. The articles and substances that are forbidden unless exempted by the States concerned for transport by air.
3. Dangerous Goods in air mail will not be accepted for carriage
4. Personal oxygen cylinders, personal motorized vehicles (powered by lithium battery) similar to hover-boards,
mini-Segway’s etc and wheelchairs fitted with spillable battery will not be permitted on Spicejet flight.
5. In case of spare wheel refer IATA DGR Ref 4.2 list of dangerous goods as Tyre assemblies serviceable, inflated to
pressure not greater than their rated pressure inflation pressure.
6. Lighters, Blue flame/Zippo lighters are forbidden on Spicejet aircraft.
7. All classes of Dangerous Goods are not accepted for carriage except Dry Ice when used a Refrigerant in cargo
and Lithium battery. Lithium ion or lithium polymer cells and batteries packed with equipment, Lithium ion or
lithium polymer cells and batteries contained in equipment(UN 3481) PI 966 & 967, Section II respectively,
Lithium metal or lithium alloy cells and batteries packed with equipment, Lithium metal or lithium alloy cells
and batteries contained in equipment(UN 3091), PI 969 & 970, Section II respectively(only Boeing )
As per guideline received from manufacture to spicejet , only 80kgs dry ice can be carried on boeing 800/900 in
spicejet aircraft , 40kgs in each hold (Lower deck)
8. Spicejet does not carry any commercial Dangerous Goods consignment in Bombardier- Q400
9. Dangerous Goods transported as Company Materials are acceptable provided if they are in full compliance with
the current edition of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
10. As per BCAS, toilette articles up to 100 ml are to be permitted per passenger in baggage and there is no
provision for the carriage of safety matches / small cigarette lighter.
11. As per BCAS, maximum 50 rounds of ammunition permitted per passenger for personal use.
12. Samsung galaxy Note 7 devices, the carriage, as carry on/ checked/ registered baggage/cargo, of Samsung
Galaxy Note 7 Smartphone devices, is prohibited on all SpiceJet flights.
13. Spice jet does not carry Radioactive Material.
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Appendix A
Company Policy
COMPANY POLICY - ACCEPTANCE OF DRY ICE
Company policy - acceptance of Dry Ice

Aircraft Cargo (Lower deck) Passenger Catering
Acceptance Of cargo In quantities not The limit for Dry Ice used
packed with Dry Ice exceeding 2.5 kg per for catering purpose is 5
when used as packing person when used to Kgs per aircraft.
material can be pack perishables.
accepted. In total 15 kgs per
B737-800/900
aircraft (First comes first
In total 80 kgs Dry Ice served basis)
per aircraft and should
not exceed 20 kgs per
compartment.
In quantities not The limit for Dry Ice used
exceeding 2.5 kg per for catering purpose is 5
person when used to Kgs per aircraft
Q400 Not Permitted pack perishables.
In total 15 kgs per
aircraft (First comes first
served basis)
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Organization
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defined.
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encouraged.
3. The topics covered were relevant to my
work profile.
4. The content was organized and easy to
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6. This training experience will be useful in
my work.
7. The trainer was knowledgeable about the
training topics.
8. The trainer was well prepared.
9. The training objectives were met.

10. The time allotted for training was
sufficient.
11. The training room and facilities were
adequate and comfortable.
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DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS – 2017

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Basis of Dangerous Goods Regulations Revision 00 Date 01-01-17

Basis of DGR Regulations

Minimum Requirement for Training curricula (Table 1.5.A of IATA DGR)

1. INDIAN LEGAL REGIME

1.3. The Aircraft Rules 2003 – Carriage of Dangerous Goods

ii. They extend to whole of India and apply also –

iii. India, shippers of dangerous goods or their agents.

VIII. "Director-General" means Director General of Civil Aviation;

X. "Operator" means a person, organization or enterprise engaged in or offering to engage in an aircraft

1.3.3. Rule 3 – Carriage of dangerous goods by air.

1.3.4. Rule 4 – Custody of unauthorized Dangerous Goods

1.3.5. Rule 4A – Classification of Dangerous goods

1.3.13. Rule 11 – Dangerous Goods Accidents and Incidents

1.3.14. Rule 12 – Requirement of Training

1.3.15. Rule 12A – Establishment and Approval of Training Programme

1.3.16. Rule 13 – Directions by Director-General

1.3.18. Rule 15 – Cancellation or suspension of license, certificate and approval

2.8 Notification to Pilot-in-Command (Refer Section 9.5 of IATA DGR Manual)

2.12 Basis of Dangerous Goods Regulations (Refer IATA DGR 1.1)

2.14 Operator’s Responsibilities (Refer IATA DGR 1.4)

2.15 Training Requirements (Refer IATA DGR 1.5)

2.16 Dangerous Goods Security (Refer IATA DGR 1.6)

2.17 Provision of Information to Passengers (Refer IATA DGR 9.5.2)

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3. LIMITATIONS (Refer Section 2 of IATA DGR Manual)

3.1. Acceptable Dangerous Goods

3.3. Recognition of Hidden Dangerous Goods (Refer IATA DGR 2.2)

“AIRCRAFT SPARE PARTS” see “AOG SPARES”.

“BATTERY POWERED DEVICES/EQUIPMENT – may contain wet or lithium batteries”

“CYLINDERS” - May indicate compressed or liquefied gas.

“DIAGNOSTIC SPECIMENS” may contain infectious substances.

“FUEL CONTROL UNITS” may contain flammable liquids.

“REFRIGERATORS” may contain liquefied gases or an ammonia solution.

“SWIMMING POOL CHEMICALS” may contain oxidizing or corrosive substances.

“SWITCHES IN ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OR INSTRUMENTS” may contain mercury.

“VACCINES” may be packed in Carbon dioxide, solid (dry ice).

3.4. Provisions for Dangerous Goods carried by Passenger or Crew

IATA Table 2.3.A

3.5. Dangerous Goods Permitted In Passenger Baggage

3.5.1. Alcoholic beverages

3.5.2. Avalanche rescue backpack

3.5.6. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices

2. for solids 200 g;

3.5.7. Dry Ice

3.5.8. Gaseous oxygen cylinder

3.5.11. Lithium Battery-Powered Electronic Devices

3.5.12. Medicinal or toiletry articles & Aerosols in Division 2.2

3.5.14. Medical or clinical thermometers

3.5.15. Fuel Cells Contained in Portable Electronic Devices

3.5.16. Portable electronic devices (Including Medical Devices) containing Batteries

3.5.17. Electronic Cigarettes Containing Batteries