CAN/CGSB-43.125-99
1. SCOPE
1.1 This standard contains requirements for the design, manufacturing and
marking for three types of means of containment used for the transportation of
Class 6.2 dangerous goods (infectious substances), diagnostic specimens,
biological products and biomedical waste.
- Type 1A (high integrity)
- Type 1B (routine)
- Type 1C (waste).
1.2 This standard includes the performance-based design criteria and marking
requirements from Chapter 6.3 of the UN Recommendations on the Transport of
Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations.
1.3 This standard does not inform shippers as to which of these packaging
types must be used for their particular shipment. The IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations (for international or domestic air transport) or the TDg
Regulations (for domestic transport, all modes) must be consulted to determine
which packaging type (1A, 1B, 1C) is required.
1.4 The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require
the use of materials and/or equipment that could be hazardous. This document
does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use.
Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate
authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in
conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.
OEN:
ONGC
Langue:
English
Code(s) de l'ICS:
55.020;
13.300
Statut:
Annulée
Date de Publication:
1999-05-30
Numéro Standard:
CAN/CGSB-43.125-99