Document background
The Bill of Lading Dangerous Goods is a crucial document required for the transportation of hazardous materials within, to, or from Canada. It serves multiple purposes: as a receipt for goods, a contract of carriage, and a mandatory dangerous goods declaration under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act. This document is essential whenever dangerous goods are transported by any mode of transport in Canada, requiring specific details about the hazardous materials, including UN numbers, proper shipping names, hazard classes, and packing groups. It must comply with Canadian federal regulations and, where applicable, international standards such as the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. The document plays a vital role in ensuring safety, facilitating emergency response, and establishing clear liability channels throughout the transportation chain.
