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8 Shipping, preservation, waste disposal,
transport, storage
8.1 Shipping, preservation, waste disposal
1.
Suitable packaging should be selected according to the mode of
transport (road/air/sea). The goods should be packed in such a way that
under normal transport conditions no damage to the contents occurs.
2.
National road freight should be packed in strengthened cardboard
according to the size, weight and condition of the goods with air
cushioning/shredded paper filling. Warning labels should be affixed to the
outside of the package e.g. ‘Caution! High energy magnet. Do not throw.˝
The package should be secured with tape and for packages over 50kg /
110lbs additional banding should be used.
2a.
International road freight should be packed as national road freight. For
larger/heavier packages wooden boxes should be used.
2b.
International air freight should be packed accordingly in wooden boxes.
When sending by air it is essential that the maximum magnetic field
strength value of the goods is not exceeded (IATA Dangerous Medium
Prescript ˝Cap. 3.9.1.1 Magnetised Material˝; ICAO Instructions ˝Packing
Instruction 902˝). Permanent Magnets, where possible, should have
keeper bars installed. Powerful magnetic components and assemblies
need to be shielded so that magnetic fields will meet air shipment criteria.
Any corrosion susceptible components should be protected with oiled
paper, plastic film or anti-corrosion spray.
2c.
Sea freight should be packed in seaworthy export crates. The size of the
crates should accurately relate to the volume of the goods. The crates
should be lined with seawater and corrosion resistant oiled paper.
Additional protection of the goods should be provided by an anti-
corrosion spray or protective plastic film.
To prevent movement within the crate the goods can be secured with wooden
slats and additional screws.
The crates should be nailed/bolted together and can be additionally secured
with safety tape.
It should be guaranteed that the packages are correctly and securely
stowed. Details of the loading can be found on the waybill which should
be provided by the carrier.
3.
Waste disposal: Observe national waste disposal regulations.
