Dangerous goods: transport

The transport of dangerous goods is defined in international, European and German regulations. Depending on the type and quantity of dangerous goods, a wide variety of regulations must be observed depending on the transport route (road, rail, water and air). For example, it may be necessary to mark the transport vehicle with hazard labels and orange signs.

In addition, the various responsible persons (packers, shippers, carriers, shippers, drivers, unloaders, consignees, etc.) must comply with a number of obligations. This may also  include the determination of a specific transport route.

Further information can be found on the website of the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure: Dangerous Goods – Law / Regulations

Depending on the type and quantity of goods transported and the means of transport, a wide variety of authorities at federal or state level are responsible.

The local regulatory authorities (municipalities) are responsible for monitoring the companies, on public traffic areas (roads) the district regulatory authorities (districts and independent cities) and the police.

In the country, the Ministry  of the Environment is responsible for the transport of radioactive goods, unless other or federal authorities are responsible.

The local regulatory authorities (municipalities) are not only involved in monitoring, but also help with advice or information.