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Yahoo
10-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Safe transport of dangerous goods starts with packaging
The safe transport of hazardous materials—commonly referred to as hazmat—relies heavily on the integrity and compliance of their packaging. Whether it's flammable liquids, corrosive substances, or toxic chemicals, appropriate hazmat packaging is essential to protect people, property, and the environment. In the UK and globally, strict regulations govern how dangerous goods are packaged, labelled, and handled. Hazmat packaging must meet rigorous international standards to ensure safety during transit. The United Nations (UN) has established a classification system that dictates how hazardous materials are packaged, labelled, and transported. Each substance is assigned a hazard class (e.g., Class 3 for flammable liquids, Class 6.1 for toxic substances) and a packing group (I, II, or III) based on the level of danger. In the UK, the Carriage of Dangerous Goods Regulations align with international frameworks such as ADR (road), RID (rail), and IMDG (sea), requiring that all dangerous goods be contained in UN-certified packaging. This packaging must undergo rigorous testing—including drop, pressure, and leakproofness tests—to ensure it can withstand the rigours of transport. UN-approved packaging is marked with specific codes indicating the type of container, material, and the level of hazard it can safely contain. For instance, a code beginning with "1A1" denotes a non-removable head steel drum suitable for liquids, while "X," "Y," or "Z" indicates the packing group level the container is certified for. Selecting the appropriate packaging depends on the nature of the hazardous material. Common types include: Drums: Available in steel, plastic, or fibreboard, drums are widely used for transporting liquids and powders. Steel drums are ideal for flammable or volatile substances due to their durability and ability to be grounded, reducing static discharge risks. Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs): These are large, reusable containers, typically holding up to 1,000 litres. Made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and often encased in a metal cage, IBCs are suitable for bulk transport of liquids and are designed for easy handling with forklifts. Jerrycans: Smaller containers, usually up to 25 litres, made from metal or plastic. They are commonly used for transporting smaller quantities of hazardous liquids and are valued for their portability and resistance to corrosion. Salvage Drums: These are overpack containers used to contain leaking, damaged, or non-compliant drums. The "T" Salvage Drum, for example, meets stringent UN requirements for the safe recovery and transport of compromised hazardous material containers. The choice of packaging must also consider compatibility with the contents to prevent reactions that could compromise the container's integrity. For example, certain chemicals may corrode plastic, necessitating the use of metal containers. Ensuring safety in the handling and transport of hazardous materials extends beyond selecting the right container. Key best practices include: Proper Labelling: All hazmat packages must be clearly labelled with the appropriate hazard symbols, UN numbers, and handling instructions. This ensures that handlers and emergency responders are aware of the contents and associated risks. Employee Training: Personnel involved in the packaging and transport of hazardous materials must receive comprehensive training. This includes understanding the properties of the materials, packaging requirements, and emergency response procedures. Regular Inspections: Packaging should be routinely inspected for signs of wear, corrosion, or damage. Any compromised containers should be replaced or repackaged in salvage drums to prevent leaks or spills. Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of hazardous material shipments, including the types of packaging used and compliance with regulations, is essential for accountability and traceability. Adhering to these practices not only ensures compliance with legal requirements but also significantly reduces the risk of accidents during the transport of hazardous materials. Hazmat packaging is a critical component in the safe and compliant transport of dangerous goods. By understanding the regulations, selecting appropriate packaging, and implementing best practices, businesses can effectively mitigate risks associated with hazardous materials. As industries continue to evolve and new materials are developed, staying informed and proactive in hazmat packaging strategies remains essential for safety and environmental protection. 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Canada Standard
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Canada Standard
Backgrounder - Canada's commitments at 2025 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial meeting
Following the 2025 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial (UNPKM) meeting in Berlin, Germany, Canada committed to providing more than $40 million in new projects and contributions to continue supporting UN peace operations and related peacebuilding efforts. These commitments include a pledge to continue providing tactical airlift support to UN peace operations until 2027. Canada will also continue to support the protection of civilians (including women and children) and providing specialized training and to counter the threat of misinformation, disinformation, malinformation and hate speech in the context of UN peace operations. As a historic partner in supporting UN peace operations, Canada remains committed to advancing the meaningful participation of uniformed women in peace operations and to supporting critical UN capacity gaps. Peacekeeping training, capacity building and partnerships Canada's pledging commitments include: more than $11.4 million to support training, capacity building and partnerships more than $3 million to support training and capacity-building efforts to help prepare more than 450 personnel from partner countries to deploy to UN peace support operations an expansion of tactical airlift capabilities and support to the UN through airlift capabilities on an opportunity basis (subject to aircraft availability) assistance to 2 peacekeeping training institutions in the Indo-Pacific region (Vietnam and Malaysia) to build their capacity to plan and deliver their own UN-certified Staff Officer and Civil-Military Cooperation courses delivery of 3 combat first-aid train-the-trainer courses to provide selected partners with an important prerequisite for deployment and to create a national cadre of instructors. Canada's Military Training and Cooperation Program will continue to provide member nations with a wide range of training courses that directly or indirectly strengthen their ability to participate in peace support operations and help improve the interoperability of their personnel in multinational peace support operations. Canada will increasingly share peacekeeping capacity-building activities with like-minded partners and, where appropriate, through the UN Light Coordination Mechanism, to increase opportunities for effective international collaboration and achieve greater impact. Through the Canadian Police Arrangement, the RCMP will: augment training and capacity-building partnerships, including through the deployment of subject-matter experts to 3 peacekeeping regional training centres support pre-deployment training for individual women police officers from contributing nations to help them meet UN requirements and increase the number of women police officers in UN missions set up a community of practice consisting of previously deployed women to serve as a resource to support women peacekeepers around the world. Enhancing Peace Operations Through Training and Capacity-Building Support to the UN Project partner: UN Department of Peace Operations and UN Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Funding announced: $3.3 million This funding will support multiple UN teams that focus on: strengthening child protection; countering improvised explosive devices and explosive ordnance capabilities; protecting civilians; preventing sexual exploitation and abuse (the SEA Programme of Action); leadership training (for section commanders and force chiefs of staff); preventing conflict-related sexual violence and peacekeeping intelligence; as well as new and emerging areas such as UN transitions and integrated planning and analysis. Contributing to Addressing and Mitigating Misinformation and Disinformation in UN Peace Operations Project partner: UN Department of Peace Operations and UN Department of Operational Support Funding announced: $2.2 million This funding will support several UN teams that focus on strategic communications and countering misinformation, disinformation, malinformation and hate speech in the context of peace operations, including training and technology tools. Improving the Capacities of Uniformed Medical Personnel in Peace Operations Settings Project partner: UN Institute for Training and Research Funding announced: $2 million This funding will support capacity building of uniformed men and women, medical and paramedical personnel deployed in peace operations through the delivery of basic field trauma training, including mental health components and advanced medical training or a train-the-trainers course. Driving Excellence: Support to Peacekeeping Training Institutions Project partner: UN Institute for Training and Research Funding announced: $2 million This funding will build the capacity of targeted peacekeeping training institutions in Senegal and Indonesia to successfully develop and deliver national and peacekeeping pre-deployment training to uniformed personnel. Increasing Access to Peacekeeping Training Through E-Learning Project partner: Peace Operations Training Institute Funding announced: $1.5 million This funding will provide complementary e-learning training to peacekeepers individually, at a regional/national peacekeeping training institution or in field missions. Protection of Civilians in UN Peace Operations and Effects of Disinformation Project partner: Henry L. Stimson Center Funding announced: $242,285 This funding will support research on how the full spectrum of UN peace operations can better protect civilians and understand how misinformation and disinformation affect the ability of UN peace operations to protect civilians in the context of 5 UN peace operations: including Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lebanon, South Sudan and Sudan. Supporting the Cyprus Peace Process II Project partner: UN Development Programme Funding announced: $136,000 This funding will provide support to the UN Good Offices Mission in Cyprus and the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus to better develop and refine approaches to peacekeeping and peacebuilding in the country through evidence-based research data. Supporting Military Gender Advisors and Gender Focal Points Project partner: UNITAR Funding announced: over $2 million This funding will support UNITAR to train military gender advisers and gender focal points for UN peace support operations and to train trainers and deliver national-level gender-mainstreaming courses to selected UN troop-contributing countries. Supporting the UN Integrated Training Service (ITS) Project partner: UN ITS Funding announced: over $800,000 This funding will support UN ITS to deliver 4 train-the-trainer courses for UN staff officers and 1 train-the-trainer course for UN military observer using the newly updated UN curriculums to bolster national training cadres. UN Triangular Partnership Programme (TPP) Project partner: UN TPP Funding announced: $600,000 This funding will support the UN TPP to deliver a 9-week cross-pillar training course in Cambodia focusing on explosive hazard awareness and heavy equipment operation. Women, Peace and Security Canada will provide more than $26.5 million to support the UN's Women, Peace and Security agenda, including the Elsie Initiative Fund, and training and capacity building. The RCMP commits to supporting women in peace operations by: providing subject-matter experts to support pre-deployment training for individual women police officers (pre-SAAT) meeting and exceeding the UN Secretary-General's Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy targets with more than 30% women representation in international deployments Establishing a national mentoring/networking program involving previously deployed women United Nations Elsie Initiative Fund for Uniformed Women in Peace Operations Project partner: United Nations Development Programme Funding announced: $15 million This project provides direct support to the Elsie Initiative Fund to: support barrier assessments; construct gender-sensitive accommodations; offer training and daycare facilities; provide financial premiums for gender-strong unit deployments; and develop gender policies, strategies and action plans, as well as training and capacity building. Supporting Uniformed Women's Participation in UN Peace Operations Project partner: United Nations Institute for Training and Research Funding announced: $3.4 million This funding will support selected troop- and police-contributing countries in operationalizing the results of assessments of barriers to the meaningful participation of women in uniform in peace operations. Supporting the UN to Increase Meaningful Participation of Women in Peace Operations Project partner: UN Department of Peace Operations and UN Department of Operational Support Funding announced: $3 million This funding will support several UN teams that focus on accelerating the UN's implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, strategic communications and women's outreach courses in information communications technology, including Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR), with the UN C4ISR Academy for Peace Operations. Promoting Gender-Sensitive Strategies, Policies and Training for UN Peacekeeping Project partners: UN Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, UN Department of Peace Operations Funding announced: $2.4 million This funding will support the development and coordination of concrete strategic and policy changes, as well as targeted initiatives at all levels within UN headquarters and in field missions, to create an inclusive workplace culture and promote gender parity. Amplifying the Elsie Initiative Through Data-informed Capacity Building Project partner: Cornell University Funding announced: $2.1 million This additional funding will support global policy discussions, national security sector actors and research entities in targeted troop- and police-contributing countries. The aim is to increase country-level capacity and motivation to advance women's meaningful participation in UN peacekeeping by using data-informed technical assistance in 6 countries and producing policy recommendations and papers. Women, Peace and Security Mandate in the Indo-Pacific Project partners: Kingston Leadership Team Inc. and UN Women in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Funding announced: $720,000 This funding will support several sub-projects that focus on: supporting UN peacekeeping through its Indo-Pacific Strategy; continued partnership with the Malaysian Peacekeeping Centre to deliver bilateral and multilateral Women, Peace and Security training, including train-the-trainer courses; and contribute toward a project delivered by UN Women and the UNDP in collaboration with Vietnam's Ministry of National Defence to advance Women, Peace and Security, including in peace support operations.
