Safety advisories relating to the transportation of dangerous goods, informing the public to ensure the safety and security of Canadians.
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| Title | Description | Published |
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| Requirements regarding variable identification plates for modified tank cars | This advisory serves as a reminder to industry stakeholders of their responsibilities regarding the installation of a variable identification plate following a modification to a tank car. This includes, but is not limited to, the retrofit and re-stenciling of Class 111 tank cars (legacy or enhanced) to specification 117R. | |
| Presence of hydrogen sulfide in petroleum crude oil and classification | This safety advisory is directed specifically to those who handle crude oil in transport with the aim to raise safety awareness among consignors, carriers and stakeholders who classify, import, handle, offer for transport or transport petroleum crude oil. | |
| Lithium batteries – Be aware of what you buy | The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise the general public of the risks and dangers involved in buying aftermarket lithium batteries as they can be substandard, counterfeit or poorly manufactured and can present an increased risk of fire. | |
| Possible failure of nurse tanks manufactured by American Welding and Tank between January 1, 2007, through December 31, 2011 | The purpose of this safety advisory is to share information from PHMSA and to inform the general public of potential failures of nurse tanks that were manufactured in the US and may be in use in Canada. | |
| Risks of refilling single-use TC-39M/DOT-39 cylinders | The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise the general public of the risks and dangers involved in refilling 1lb cylinders intended for one-time use only. | |
| Fire risk of electronic cigarettes in checked baggage on board an aircraft | The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise air operators, passengers and crew of the risks involved in transporting electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) in checked baggage on board an aircraft. | |
| Highway tank brake interlocks used during loading and unloading | TDG Safety Advisory - Highway tank brake interlocks used during loading and unloading |
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| Effects of additives in anhydrous ammonia nurse tanks or delivery tanks | TDG Safety Advisory Effects of Additives in Anhydrous Ammonia Nurse Tanks or Delivery Tanks |