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Department for Transport
Published
20 May 2016
Last updated
1324 NovemberMay 2023 — See all updates

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This guidance isnote applies to helpbusinesses that transport dangerous goods safetyby advisersroad, (DGSAs)rail understandor the:  inland waterways.

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Published 20 May 2016
Last updated 1324 NovemberMay 2023 + show all updates

  1. New rules about keeping records of staff training.

  2. Added information on how to complete annual audit reports.

  3. Removal of consignor 31 December 2022 deadline, making appointment of a dangerous goods safety adviser required for all companies.

  4. Updated per regular guidance review.