Cargoes and dangerous goods

There are regulations and standards you must follow when handling and transporting certain cargoes, particularly those considered dangerous goods.

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Regulations and standards for cargoes and dangerous goods

Find out about the guidelines and legislation you must follow when preparing and transporting cargo and dangerous goods.

Cargo regulations

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) governs the agreed minimum requirements for handling...

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Cargo marine orders and publications

Your vessel may be inspected to verify your compliance with cargo requirements. These requirements...

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Exemptions and approvals for cargoes

Exemptions and approvals for the handling, transport, and categorisation of certain cargoes.

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Transporting livestock

Find out about what is required of vessels before, during, and after a livestock voyage.

Container and cargo safety

There are significant safety issues around the carriage of livestock and weight of cargo containers. Find out how to calculate accurate weight declarations.

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Cargoes and dangerous goods

Regulations and standards for cargoes and dangerous goods

Cargo regulations

Cargo marine orders and publications

Exemptions and approvals for cargoes

Transporting livestock

Transporting livestock from Australia

Deck washing guidance for livestock vessels carrying cattle and/or buffalo

Container and cargo safety

When a verified gross mass is required

Obtaining a verified gross mass

Container weight verification

Tolerance, enforcement and delays

Dynamic separation of cargoes

General contact

Beacons enquiries

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