46Applications for approval of packaging design

46 Applications for approval of packaging design

46 Applications for approval of packaging design

(1) This section applies to packaging that is required to undergo performance tests under Part 6 of the ADG Code.

(2) A person may apply to the Competent Authority for the approval of a design of packaging to which this section applies for use in the transport of dangerous goods.

Examples—

Portable tanks, MEGCs, tanks on tank vehicles, pressure receptacles, aerosol dispensers, IBCs, bulk containers and drums, barrels, jerry cans, boxes, bags and composite packaging are some of the kinds of packaging required to undergo tests under Part 6 of the ADG Code. Performance tests include drop, leakproofness, hydraulic and stacking tests.

(3) An application for approval must—

(a) be made in accordance with section 196, and

(b) include the information required under Part 6 of the ADG Code.