Sending Dangerous Goods
A Dangerous Good is any substance or material that poses an unreasonable risk to health, safety, or property when transported. This includes common items such as batteries, aerosols, and flammable liquids.
Some products may seem harmless but can become hazardous in transit due to factors like temperature changes, pressure, static electricity, or vibration.
What You Need to Know:
- Dangerous Goods are defined and regulated by government authorities.
- There are different categories of Dangerous Goods, and each has its own handling and transport requirements.
- Some can be transported with minimal restrictions.
- Others may only be carried in limited quantities.
- Some cannot be carried at all.
Certain types and quantities can be sent through our delivery network — but only if the correct process is followed.
Please Note: Dangerous Goods cannot travel by air and must go by road, so allow up to three days for delivery, especially for inter-island shipments.
Dangerous Goods Policy
Post Haste Group policy defines the categories of Dangerous Goods (DG) that can be transported through our network, including:
Categories allowed for transport
Categories permitted only in limited quantities (DGLQ)
Categories that are prohibited
It also outlines the mandatory procedures that must be followed when shipping accepted Dangerous Goods. These procedures ensure compliance with government regulations and protect the health and safety of our contractors and depot staff.
How to Send Dangerous Goods with Post Haste Group
Check the Policy
Review the Post Haste Dangerous Goods Policy to confirm that your specific Dangerous Goods (DG) item is allowed in their network and understand the process for sending it.
Training & Knowledge Requirement
By law, anyone sending Dangerous Goods must have appropriate training or knowledge of the relevant Dangerous Goods regulations (Dangerous Goods Rule or IATA Rule).
Complete a Dangerous Goods Declaration Form
For each Dangerous Goods item you send, you must fill out a Dangerous Goods Declaration form. These forms are available from your local courier branch.
Proper Packaging
Package your Dangerous Goods according to the legal requirements for the specific class of the item you are sending. Packaging must comply with legislative standards.
Marking and Labeling
Each consignment must be properly marked and labeled following the manufacturer’s instructions and legal requirements.
Attach a Dangerous Goods Ticket
A Dangerous Goods (DG) ticket must be attached to every parcel containing Dangerous Goods.