Hazardous Materials
Shipping of hazardous materials can be tricky; thus, freight companies exercise caution in handling such shipments. In the event that a freight company agrees to ship a parcel with hazardous material, it serves as a part of their SOP (standard operating procedure) to label it with respective markings. These markings are essential in ensuring safety and protection of the package and that of its handlers.
Pack it very well or else…
Most packages that are considered hazardous materials may contain explosive materials, toxic materials, infectious waste, flammable materials, compressed gas and corrosive materials. Freight companies may impose restrictions on these hazardous materials at their own discretion and/or as mandated by governing laws under any particular country.
