Hazardous Materials

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Hazardous Materials

At Great White Fleet we strive to provide high quality service in all aspects of our business. Since the shipment of hazardous materials requires special attention and care let our knowledgeable Customer Service Representatives assist you with any questions you may have. It is our goal to help you make this a safe and smooth process while ensuring all Department of Transportation, IMDG Code and US Coast Guard requirements are met.

In order to provide safe transport of your hazardous materials, all cargo must be placed in 40 ft. dry high cubes. Hazardous cargo may not be placed in a refrigerated container. Except in the metro Miami area, Dangerous Goods Declarations must be received prior to the container being spotted. Working together, we can help move this cargo safely and efficiently.

GWF Responsibilities

	Validate commodity is a class accepted by GWF (Please see Hazardous Materials Listing).
	Review Dangerous Goods Declaration to ensure all DOT/IMDG Code regulations are met.
	Ensure certified carrier used to transport goods.

Customer Responsibilities

	Alert GWF at the time of booking that cargo is hazardous.
	Confirm the type and or class of commodity to be shipped at the time of booking.
	Complete Dangerous Goods Declaration in accordance with IMDG regulations. Please reference the booking number and fax to 1-877-288-2683.
	Provide copies of the Dangerous Goods Declaration and Container Packing Certificate to the truck driver.
	Provide weather-resistant placards.
	After container has been loaded, Container Packing Certificate should be faxed to 1-877-288-2683.

Placarding of Containers with Hazardous Materials

Proper placarding of containers with hazardous materials is the responsibility of loading facility. Containers that arrive without the required placards may be held and are at risk of missing the scheduled sailing.

GWF can placard the container at shipside if the designated signage is available. A $50 charge per class of placards applied to the container will be assessed on the Bill of Lading. Should the required placards, not be available to GWF, it is the responsibility of the Customer to provide. Containers not properly marked will be rolled until the correct placards are received.

Great White Fleet appreciates your cooperation to ensure the smooth movement of your hazardous cargo. Please contact our Customer Service Center with any questions.

Please find links to other agency web sites that may answer any additional questions you have. In addition, we have provided copies of the Dangerous Goods Declaration form and Container Packing Certificates that can be completed and faxed to GWF Customer Service at 1-877-288-2683. For your further convenience, we have provided a listing of hazardous materials that we accept and do not accept and a hazardous materials compatibility chart. The safety of our crew and client cargo is of the utmost importance to us. Great White Fleet is committed to providing safe and legal carriage of hazardous materials.

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