Transport
Stewardship: transporting pesticides by road
Product Lifecycle
Transporting Pesticides by Road
The following legislation and standards are all critical for ensuring the safe transportation of pesticides in South Africa. The National Road Traffic Act, 1996, regulates the safe movement of dangerous goods on public roads, which includes pesticides, by setting requirements for vehicle standards, signage, and driver training to prevent accidents and spills.
Legislation and standards that apply
National Road Traffic Act, 1996
Act No. 93 of 1996, Chapter 8: Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Substances by Road
SANS 10231
Transport of dangerous goods by road: Operational requirements
SANS 1157
Transport of dangerous goods: Inspection requirements of road vehicles for the issue of municipal dangerous goods transport permits
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SANS 10231 and SANS 1157
The Standards for Transport
SANS 10231 outlines the technical specifications for the safe transport of dangerous goods in a reader friendly format. It provides guidelines for the following, as required for regulated pesticide consignments.
What SANS 10231 covers
Packaging
Labelling
Licensing
Vehicle standards & placarding
Documentation
Driver requirements
Accident reporting (emergency procedures)
SANS 1157 ensures that the transportation of dangerous goods adheres to safety standards to minimize environmental and human health risks by providing inspection checklists according to vehicle type utilised by municipalities to determine whether a municipal dangerous goods transport permit may be granted or not.
Copies of the SANS codes can be purchased online from the SABS.
Buy SANS codesTogether, these standards and regulations are essential for reducing the risks associated with pesticide transportation, promoting safety, and protecting public health and the environment in South Africa.
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