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11.7 Cargo Loading Requirements - Separation of Dangerous Goods




11.7.1 Loading Requirements

All dangerous goods shall be properly loaded and secured in the aircraft, or in cargo slings, to prevent packages from shifting.


Dangerous goods labeled “Cargo Aircraft Only” must be stowed on the aircraft in a location which will allow the pilot or crew member, during flight, to examine the package for leaks or damage.
Dangerous goods shall not be shipped in sealed igloos or containers.

11.7.2 Separation Requirements

Certain goods, such as flammable material, corrosives and explosives, must be separated. The following separation requirements shall be complied with:



  • Dry Ice - Shall not be stored near live animals or carried in the same aircraft compartment with live animals;

  • Flammable Solids and Oxidizers - Shall not be placed next to, or in a position to allow contact with, a package containing a corrosive;

  • Poisons - Shall not be stored next to, or in the same compartments of the aircraft with, goods known to be foodstuffs or animals;

  • Radioactive Material - Refer to the ICAO Technical Instructions for separation requirements;

  • Cryogenic Liquids - Shall not be carried in the same aircraft compartment as live animals; and

  • Magnetized Materials - Must be transported in accordance with the ICAO Technical Instructions.





11.8 Emergency Procedures




11.8.1 Emergency Information

Emergency information regarding dangerous goods is available from the (State) Emergency Information Centre. Call (xxx-xxx-xxxx).



11.8.2 Emergency Action

The following steps are to be followed in an emergency:



  1. Identify the product involved;

  2. Notify the Flight Department Manager;

  3. Call the nearest Police department, who will contact the nearest source of expert assistance;

  4. Call the (State) Emergency Information Centre;

  5. Identify the location, consignor, consignee and the extent of injury or damage; and

  6. Have a person stand by for further telephone contact, replies or inquiries.



11.8.3 In-Flight or On-Ground Emergency

Where an emergency occurs on an aircraft transporting dangerous goods, the PIC shall, to the extent possible, notify the Air Traffic Control unit or airport that dangerous goods are on board, indicating, in respect of the dangerous goods:



  1. The product identification number;

  2. The shipping name;

  3. The primary classification;

  4. The subsidiary classification, if any;

  5. Where the goods are included in Class 1, the compatibility group;

  6. The quantity; and

  7. The location of the dangerous goods in the aircraft.



11.8.4 Dangerous Goods Occurrence Report


A company employee who discovers or is advised of a dangerous goods occurrence involving a company aircraft or on company facilities, shall immediately notify the (State) Dangerous Goods Office and if the occurrence was on an airport, the airport operator.
In addition, he/she shall, within 30 days of the time, submit a copy of the Dangerous Occurrence Report Form (Appendix 11-E) to the (State) Dangerous Goods office. This report shall be forwarded to:

Insert appropriate address


11.9 Passenger and Employee Information

Suitable posters or notices shall be prominently displayed in areas or places where dangerous goods are being handled, sorted, loaded or unloaded to provide the employee with the appropriate information concerning recognition, restrictions and safety.


Notices will also be prominently displayed in the passenger lounge to warn passengers as to the type of goods that they are prohibited from transporting aboard an aircraft.

Appendix 11-A Company Dangerous Goods Permits


Attach any permits issued by the State Dangerous Goods authority.

Appendix 11-B Dangerous Goods Acceptance Checklist


Air Waybill


  1. Does the Air Waybill have the notation “Dangerous Goods”

as per the attached Shipper’s Declaration Y N N/A

  1. If applicable, is “CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY” indicated Y N N/A

  2. If applicable, is “Shipper’s Declaration Not Required indicated Y N N/A


Shipper’s Declaration


  1. Name and address of consignor Y N N/A

  2. Name and address of consignee Y N N/A

  3. Passenger or Cargo Aircraft indicated Y N N/A

  4. Proper shipping name and technical name as required Y N N/A

  5. Class and division as required Y N N/A

  6. UN number Y N N/A

  7. Subsidiary risk Y N N/A

  8. Quantity and type of packing Y N N/A

  9. Packing instructions Y N N/A

  10. E.R.P. and Telephone number as required Y N N/A

  11. Signature block complete Y N N/A


Package or Container
Marked with name and address of consignor Y N N/A

Marked with name and address of consignee Y N N/A

Marked with proper shipping name and UN number Y N N/A

Class label Y N N/A

Subsidiary risk label as required Y N N/A

Orientation labels as required Y N N/A

Cargo Aircraft Only (C.A.O.) as required Y N N/A

Package marking Y N N/A



Package condition and integrity Y N N/A
Shipment Accepted Yes No
Date: ____________________
Name: ___________________________ Signature: ________________________
-------NOTE-------
All questions must be answered by circling: Y, N, or N/A. Also, the shipment

acceptance/rejection must be indicated with the Date, Name (Printed) of the acceptance person and that person’s signature.


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