Dangerous Goods - Icelandair
Class 9
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods This class entails dangerous articles or substances which do not neatly fit into other hazard classes but present a danger during air transportation. Articles in this class include life rafts, chain saws, cars, dry ice, lithium batteries, magnetized material, or environmentally hazardous substances. Lithium batteries are classified in Class 9 as they are not wet and do not pose the corrosive hazard as other batteries that are classified in Class 8. Lithium batteries are dangeorus due to the lithium in the batteries and the activity of the cells. When a lithium battery short circuits, the cells' activity is not regulated which can result in fire.
Mobility aids:
Mobility aids are all wheelchairs which include batteries, or other aids containing batteries.
Is Cabin crew trained the same way as cargo warehouse staff or those loading dangerous goods on an aircraft
No they are not trained the same way
2.2.
Non Flammable, compressed gas: gas which in itself is not dangerous, but is dangerous because it is under pressure. if the pressure valve does not work as it should, the gas will propel the container and can do damage to the aircraft or explode if there is fire. They may also dilute or replace the oxygen normally in the atomsphere or provide oxygen which may contribute to an active fire or explosion. CO2 and Oxygen tanks Example: carbon dioxide, neon, fire extinguisher, liquefied nitrogen or helium Grænt merki
class 5.2.
Organic Peroxide : organic substances which contain bivalent structure and may be considered derivatives of hydrogen peroxide in which one or both hydrogen atoms have been replaced by organic radicals.
Class 5
Oxidizing substances and organic peroxides These are divided into two divisions. Because of the different properties by dangerous goods within Division 5.1. and 5.2 it is impracticable to establish a single criterion for classification in either division. Extensive tests are performed before assigning a substance to either Division. Oxydizing substances can contribute to fire or explosions, as they emit oxygen
Which of the following is a type of packaging marking that concerns dangerous goods?
Packaging Use Markings
The two types of markings
Packaging Use Markings and Specification Packaging Markings
Class 7
Radioactive material / geislavirk efni Radioactive material is any material containing radionuclides where the activity and concentration exceed specific values in the IATA DGR. cabin crew members should never see Dangerous goods shipments in the cabin. However, with radioactive materials, this might happen at some people must travel with radioactive medicine , such as for cancer. If the cabin crew member notices a package with radioactive labels, please enquire about the package. The passenger should have already contacted the airline and have accompanying documentation from the doctor. In these cases, the airline have approved the transport of the medicine and the cabin crew can confirm this - Fissile material must have critival safety index label to provide control over accumlation of packages - Uranium 233 and 235, plutonium 239 and 241
The following may indicate an issue with Dangerous Goods
Spillage or dampness Fumes Frost Heat Odor
What are two types of variations, i.e. more stringent measures, to the Technical Instructions?
State and Operator Variations
Class 4.2
Substances liable to spontaneous combustion: are solids that combust spontaneously in air, such as phosporus. These are liable to spontaneous heating under normal conditions encountered in transport, or to heating up in contact with air and being then liable to catch fire. - white or yellow phosphorus
Class 4.3
Substances that emit flammable gases when in contact with water, such as calcium carbide or sodium
IATA DGR is based on the
Technical Instructions and is updated every year according to changes in the Technical Instructions and incorporates State and Operator Variations.
When Dangerous Goods are part of cargo
The pilot in command must be notified
There are further exceptions for medical equipment, which always require operator pre-approval.
These include batteries for wheelchairs and oxygen tanks.
Why are they dangerous?
They may place your health, safety, propery or environment at risk
What about nail polish, hairspray etc?
This is covered under "Non-radioactive medicinal and toiletry articles"
Items that may not be particurarly dangerous or even used daily on the ground, may become dangerous during air transport. But why?
This is due to the change in the environment ; air pressure, temperature, vibration, and the effect of the environment in the aircraft with regards to oxygen
Class 6
Toxic and Infectious substances / Eitur These are divided into two divisions
2.3
Toxic gas that has toxic effects when inhaled, such as tear gas hvítt merki með hauskúpu
6.1
Toxic substances : substances that are liable to cause death or injury or to harm human health if swallowed, inhaled, or contacted by the skin, such as arsenic, cyanide or pesticides
What hazard might be found in baggage containing a toxic insecticide spray?
Toxic substances.
Dangerous goods are classified in accordance with criteria set by the?
United Nations Subcommittee of Experts. This committee determines whether articles or substances are suitable for air transport, and if so, how.
The packaging groups of the specification marking are indicated by the letters
X , Y AND Z
Camping stoves are permitted as checked baggage. Do they require Operator approval?
Yes
operators should provide
a dangerous response kit on board for aircraft to enable the cc to deal with dangerous goods incidents.
The IATA DGR
also incorporates the classification, packing instructions, labelling and marking of Dangerous Goods in the main document of reference used by Operators
Hidden dangerous goods
are dangerous goods that are not declared and may not be apparent to untrained individuals.
Packaging Use Markings
are markings that identify particular packaging for a specific shipment. This includes marking with the Proper Shipping Name, UN or ID number of the dangerous goods and the full name and address of the shipper and consignee. These are applied by the shipper.
Specification Packaging Markings
are markings that indicate the design/specification of packaging, that is the UN specifications for the type of packaging. This marking indicates the limitations of the packaging and which criteria it fulfills and is applied by the manufacturer. An example of a Specification Packaging Marking is seen on the picture.
Handling labels
are rectangular and indicate whether the shipment must be handled in a particular way.
in case of spillage or leaking you should
collect the emergency response kit and useful items, put on rubber gloves and a smoke hood or mask. move passengers away and distribute wet towels or cloths. try to dry the area and place all affected items and seat cushions in a polythylene bag. the plastic bag should be secured and placed in a catering box and stowed in the aft galley or lavatory.
Hazard labels are
diamond-shaped and used to indicate the hazard associated with the article or substance in the shipment. This hazard is directly related to the hazard class the article or substance is classified in. If the article or substance has any subsidiary risk the hazard label associated with that risk must also be placed on the shipment.
What does dangerous goods training include?
familiarization with the hazards and risk involving dangerous goods and how to respond to incidents involving dangerous goods.
in case of spilling or leaking do not use a
fire extinguisher or water as it may disperse the leaking further
the booklet is kept in the
flight deck
Dangerous goods are classified based on
hazard types
Z or packaging group III
indicates the lowest level of packaging
Y, or packing group II
indicates the medium packaging
X or packing group I
indicates the strongest packaging
Only approach the item if
it is safe to do so.
During the incident it is imperative that the cabin crew and flight crew
maintain the flow of communication with accurate description of items and actions. Information can then be relayed between the aircraft and emergency response on the ground
These packaging are specifically designed to
minimize the threat of the dangerous goods whitin, during its transport
All Dangerous Goods shipments
must be accompanied by the appropriate documentation.
How many hazard classes are there?
nine classes and several sub-divison. Articles and substances may belong to more than one hazard class, where the main hazard will be the main classification
How are they notified
on a sheet called '' notification to Captain'' or NOTOC They must inspect the sheet and sign, acknowledging they know and accept what is on board
Class 5.1
oxydizing substances: substances that, in themselves, are not necessarily combustible, but may generally cause or contribute to the combustion of other material by yielding oxygen ammonium nitrate fertilizer, calcium, chlorate, bleach - geta komist í samband við önnur efni.
The International Civil Aviation Organization ( ICAO) manual ''Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air''
provides Operators with the basic legal requirements for transporting dangerous goods by air. This manual provides information on marking, labelling, packaging, documenting, and classification of Dangerous Goods
State and Operator variations may have to do with limits on The transport of specific kinds of Dangerous Goods, such as:
radioactive materials, or dry ice, requirements on the shipper, or the ban of certain articles such as personal transportation devices
Dangerous goods shipments ( in cargo) must be packed in
specifically designed Dangerous Goods packaging
A complete list of exemptions of Dangerous Goods allowed as baggage can be found in
table 2.3. A "Provisions for Passengers and Crew".
Dangerous goods training must be approveed by
the Authority and each staff member must receive reccurent training every two years
In case there is no dangerous goods response kit,
the cabin crew must improvise using the equipment that is available. example of what can be used include: - oven gloves -smaller plastic bags - absorbent materials (paper towels, newspaper, headrest covers), -catering boxes or blankets
The Technical Instructions entail packing instructions that tell
the shipper how to pack the article or substance properly and safely
Even though Dangerous Goods are packed in non-Dangerous Goods packaging,
the shipper must still pack it according to the applicable packing instructions.
Dangerous goods packaging is marked with
the specification packaging markings and the UN symbol
Label
there are two types of labels associated with Dangerous Goods
MArkings
there are two types of markings associated with dangerous Goods
While cabin crew will not be packing or inspecting Dangerous Goods packagings,
they must be aware of the basics of Dangerous Goods packaging in order to identify it
For Dangerous Goods shipments,
this includes the "Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods".
stay away from
toxic, infectious or radioactive materials
Operators staff must be
trained in Dangerous Goods as passengers often bring Dangerous Goods in their baggage
Operators mush establish and maintain
training programs that cover the regulatory requirements depending on the staff's duies
All other dangerous goods must be
transported as cargo
in case of fire
use standard firefighting procedures
in case of fire involving a portable electronic device:
use standard firefighting procedures remove external electrical power from the device douse device with water to cool cells and prevent ignition of adjacent cells remove power to the remaining electrical outlets
what should not be used on spillage or when fumes are presents
water, since it may spread the spillage or increase the rate of fuming. water may not be used agains certain dangerous goods.
what should you provide to passenger in case of fire?
wet towels to breath through, as those will helps sift out fumes better than the emergency oxygen masks
Are Safety Matches permitted on one's person?
yes
Should cabin crew be familiar hod Dangerous goods may be carried as a baggage?
yes
The Cabin crew should try to collect as much information as possible and check for:
A dangerous goods label numbers on the packaging written information on the packaging odors fumes smoke an effect on the passengers
The Technical Instructions, or alternatively the IATA DGR, entails information about each article or substance and whether it is:
Acceptable for air transport Acceptable on cargo or passenger aircraft Quantity allowed Packing instructions Special provisions State and Operator variations Emergency response code
Avalanche Rescue Backpack:
Avalanche Rescue Backpack:
Hidden dangerous goods in baggage (example):
Battery-powered devices (see Table 2.3A for further information) Cylinders - may indicate compressed or liquified gas Film crew or media equipment - may contain explosive pyrotechnic devices, generators, batteries Household goods - may contain items meeting any of the criteria for dangerous goods, including flammable liquids Backpackers' backpack - may contain camping equipment, such as fuel containers or gas stoves
Who needs to receive Dangerous Goods training?
Cabin crew, ground staff, cargo warehouse staff. = everyone
In what category do lithium batteries and dry ice go?
Class 9
Class 8
Corrosives / ætandi efni sem éta sig í gegnum málm / sýrur Corrosives are substances that by chemical action can cause severe damage when in contact with living tissue or will materially damage or destroy other goods or the means of transport. These are strong acids and strong bases such as battery acids, and mercury - sulphur sýrur lika
All articles or substances that are listed in the ICAO manual called Technical Instructions are classified as?
Dangerous Goods
If there is no Dangerous Goods packaging available,
Dangerous Goods can be sent in smaller quantities
Provisions For Passengers and Crew
Dangerous Goods is forbidden in baggage unless explicitly allowed.
What is the definition of dangerous goods?
Dangerous goods are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment and which are shown in the ICAO list of dangerous goods in the Technical Instructions or which are classified according to those instructions
Limitations / takmarkanir
Dangerous goods are carried as cargo, unless specifically allowed as baggage.
Packaging groups
Dangerous goods packaging are divided into three groups
How are passengers informed of Dangerous Goods regulations ?
Display notices for passengers at check-in areas, ticket sales desks, websites, etc.
Class 1 ?
Explosives Explosive substances, explosive articles, and pyrotechnic devices, for example, ammunition, andfireworks. Contains six divisions based in mass explosion hazard and projection hazard. Undirflokkar 1.1 upp í 1.6 - depends on type of explosion hazard and sensitivity Some allowed for cargo aircraft only some forbidden for transport Yfirleitt bönnuð ( undanþága með handblysin í flugvél (signal flares)
2.1
Flammable Gas: gas that is flammable such ah propane, hydrogen or hairspray Rautt merki með eld
Class 3?
Flammable liquids. Liquids that are flammable themselves or emit flammable gases at the temperature which they may encounter in the transport. These include paint, alcohol, acetone and petrol. Any liquid having a closed cup flash point at 60°or below - málning, bensin t.d Same labels as in 2.1. ecpext the number 3
Class 4
Flammable solids. Flammable solids have three divisions based on their properties
class 4.1
Flammable solids: these are solids that are flammable or readily combustible, such as the head of matches or Sulphur. These solids may also contribute to fire through friction or easily ignited by brief contact with an ignition source - Eldspýtur - Matches, sulphur, celluloid
Class 2?
Gases Gases have three division based on their properties
two types of labels associated with Dangerous Goods
Hazard labels and Handling labels
Who did this definition?
ICAO
in the flight deck is the
ICAO emergency response guidance for aircraft incidents involving dangerous goods
The initial action in all dangerous goods icidents or accidents is to
ID the problem and notify Flight Crew
6.2.
Infectious Substances: substances that are known or reasonably expected to contain pathogens. Pathogens are mictro - organisms ( including bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi) that can cause disease in humans or animals - virus, bacteria such as HIV, rabies.
Class 1.4
Is what we can expect, ammunition for hand weapon, signal flares, safety fuses, fire works
a dangerous goods response kit usually contains the following minimum equipment:
Large, heavy quality polyethylene bag (plastic bag) Bag ties to seal the bag after use Long rubber gloves
Dangerous Goods in Operator Property
Many articles or devices which are necessary to operate the aircraft safely are classified as Dangerous Goods. Articles such as aircraft spares and emergency equipment (life rafts, slide, life jackets, flares).
