BADGP News Blog

Our regular Newsletter is proving very popular. We are now looking for articles for our December 2024 edition.

We accept articles from members and non-members, wherever you are in the World. 

You can find out more on our BADGP Newsletter web page and send your contributions to enquiries@badgp.org. Deadline for contributions is 28th November 2024.

We look forward to receiving your contributions!

We have changed the date of the BADGP 2025 AGM from 27th March 2025 to the 20th March 2025.

We were informed last week that the original date clashed with the Joint Meeting meaning very few, if any, of our colleagues from the DfT/VCA etc would be able to attend.

The BADGP committee greatly value their attendance at the AGM, and feel that the members opportunity to, 'meet the regulators' is important.

Fortunately, the hotel was able to accommodate the change in date and we are hoping that you will still be able to join us. Please ensure you register for the event using the link below.

Register now

Tuesday 26th November 2024, 13:00 - 14:30 GMT

This Dangerous goods webinar will explain many of the new changes and amendments that we can expect to see in the new ADR 2025 manuals.

We are delighted to have as our presenter:

Kevin Vagan, International Policy Advisor, Department for Transport
Kevin has a background in policy and law. As an International Policy Advisor, Kevin represents the UK as Head of Delegation at the United Nations for the Working Party for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road, which amends the ADR dangerous goods regulations and negotiates on matters fundamental to national and international road safety.

BADGP members can register for the webinar here.

We have now published the September 2024 edition of our Newsletter. For more details, please visit: BADGP Newsletters.

This edition includes the following articles:

What a Day to Remember!
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee shares a review of the first National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day hosted by BADGP. This article provides some further information as to what it is all about and, more importantly, how you can get involved next year.

Mastering Dangerous Goods by Air
BADGP member Michael Childs, Mission Aircrew Instructor, Ascent Flight Training discusses their training programme for the safe and efficient transport of freight, including Dangerous Goods by Air.

Tragic Fire in Hanoi: The Hazards of Lithium Batteries
Truc Pham, JKP Aviation Academy discussed the hazards of lithium batteries and a tragic fire that happened in Hanoi, Vietnam in May 2024.

Updating the administration of the ADR scheme
Bob Hannigan, Head of National Standards and Accreditation, Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency explains the recent updates to the ADR scheme.

The use of “DGSA” as a post nominal (the ramblings of the disgruntled) and a suitable riposte
BADGP committee member Les Richings discussed the use of DGSA as a post nominal with an input from BADGP committee member Dan Lee.

Use of in-silico prediction models for Acute Toxicity(oral) data and how this impacts transport - hazard classification
BADGP member Gitanjali Nayar, Chemical Products Safety Manager - Novartis Pharmaceuticals explains the use of in-silico prediction models for Acute Toxicity(oral) data and how this impacts transport - hazard classification.

The Training Advisory Panel
Les Richings, BADGP committee member and of LRT Ltd provides an introduction to the Dangerous Goods Training Advisory Panel and information for anyone who would like to join the panel.

Training Advisory Panel (TAP) Meeting July 2024
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee was recently invited to attend the annual TAP (Training Advisory Panel) meeting and he has reproduced his notes taken during the meeting for review by BADGP Members.

Think of a Number
BADGP Committee Member Dan Lee, reproduces the script of the ‘Think of a Number’ film that was used in the recent BADGP National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day webinar. A small paragraph at the end of the script provides additional information that could not be edited into the film in time for broadcast.

Learning Lessons
Grahame Moody from Hazmat Logistics discusses if every disaster produces meaningful prevention methods.

Christina Evans
Christina became a member of BADGP as far back as 2013 and joined the committee in 2015. She is remembered for her boundless energy, great sense of humour and a laugh that lit up the room.

DG News
A round-up of what’s been happening since our last Newsletter in June 2024.

Who Are You?
BADGP are pleased to introduce you to some of the well-known ‘names’ in the industry, while they share a little information about themselves and their lives in dangerous goods. This month we introduce Dave Barrow.

BADGP Webinars And Events
Information regarding our upcoming events.

News From Our Partners
Details of upcoming events from our Partner Organisation CHCS.

We are delighted to announce that we have published the sides and recording of our webinar, "Dangerous Goods Enforcement" presented by:

• Elizabeth Shovelton Department for Transport, Deputy Divisional Manager, Dangerous Goods and Roadworthiness
  
  
• Ken Bickell, Hazken Training Limited and BADGP Committee Member
  
  
• Sgt Jason Dearsley, vice-chair National Carriage of Dangerous Goods Enforcement Forum (NCGDPF) and Essex Police commercial vehicle unit (CVU)
  

BADGP members can access the content from the link on the Past Events page of this website.

We are delighted to announce that we have published the sides and recording of our webinar, "National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day" presented by BADGP, Rosalind Wall and Elizabeth Shovelton from the Department for Transport.

BADGP members can access the content from the link on the Past Events page of this website.

BADGP formally announce the creation of our fourth information film 'DG Classes a Quick Review'' in support of the first ever National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

DG Classes a Quick Review

BADGP formally announce the creation of our third information film, 'We are BADGP' in support of the first ever 'National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

We are BADGP

BADGP formally announce the creation of our second information film, 'The Dangerous Goods Classes' in support of the first ever National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

The Dangerous Goods Classes

We have now published the June 2024 edition of our Newsletter. For more details, please visit: BADGP Newsletters.

This edition includes the following articles:

Los Alfaques - A Timely Reminder
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee shares with you his research into this pivotal DG explosion incident that occurred in 1978.

To Declare Or Not To Declare For Special Provisions
BADGP committee member Dan Lee and BADGP member Gary Austin present an article to explain the requirement of some shipping lines to request that exempted lithium cells and batteries are declared on a dangerous goods transport document.

Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser’s And Insurance
BADGP member Karl Jones from Oamps Hazardous Industries discusses if a DGSA should be involved in the discussions their employer has about their commercial insurance.

Professional Indemnity Insurance - Does A DGSA Need It?
BADGP Committee member and Limited Company DGSA, Dan Lee, offers some specific advice on the merits of this type of insurance.

Analysis Of The ADR Training System In Poland
BADGP member Maria Nicopulos provides us with a detailed analysis of the ADR training system in Poland in this informative article.

This Has Probably Happened To You
Graham Moody from Hazmat Logistics discusses the delivery of hazardous materials.

Should We Fix It Before It Breaks?
Christopher Abrahams, BADGP Committee member discussed the collapse of the bridge in Baltimore and the need for pro-activity and the importance of staying ahead of potential hazards.

Enforcement
Continuing the theme of this column in the last two editions of Truck & Track, Richard Shreeve, Labeline’s Compliance Manager, discusses the enforcement of the Dangerous Goods Regulations with Nicola Jaynes, Principal Inspector at the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).

BADGP DGSA Development Programme Launch
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee details the launch of the much-awaited DGSA Development programme.

Calling All Members Become A Mentor
BADGP Committee member continues the theme of the launch of the DGSA Development Programme and places a general call for volunteer mentors for the next intake of the programme.

BADGP’s AGM, 21st March 2024. Too Big For Its Boots?
A review of BADGP’s recent AGM.

AGM 2024 Missing Presentation CV Codes
Dan Lee has provided members with access to the CV Codes presentation that was due to be part of the AGM Agenda.

BADGP AGM 2024
A summary of the recent BADGP AGM.

BADGP AGM 2024 In Pictures Part 2 – The Break Out Sessions
A summary of the feedback received from the break out sessions at the AGM.

Ever Thought Of Joining The BADGP Committee?
BADGP Chair, Mark Spence provides some information on the running of the Association, the Working Groups and what is involved in joining the BADGP Committee.

DG News
A round-up of what’s been happening since our last Newsletter in March 2024.

Who Are You?
BADGP are pleased to introduce you to some of the well-known ‘names’ in the industry, while they share a little information about themselves and their lives in dangerous goods. This month we introduce BADGP Committee member Christopher Abrahams.

BADGP Webinars And Events
Information regarding our upcoming events.

News From Our Partners
Details of upcoming events from our Partner Organisation CHCS.