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.