Transportation of Dangerous Goods: A Practical TDG Compliance System for BC Employers

Implement TDG compliance as a system (classification, documentation, training, response).

Transport Canada provides the legal framework for Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements in Canada, with obligations spanning classification, documentation, training, and emergency response. CCOHS provides a Canadian overview of TDG responsibilities and training expectations.

TDG compliance is a system: correct classification and packaging; shipping documents and labels/placards; trained workers; and response plans for releases. Build verification: spot-check shipping documents, placards, and worker training records; run response drills relevant to your operations.

• Actionable takeaways

  Treat TDG as a compliance system, not paperwork; verify classification/documentation at shipping and receiving; train workers and conduct response drills.