The Dangerous Goods safety advisor is a key element in the compliance with the obligations established by the Dangerous Goods Royal Decree.97/2014 and other complementary regulations. Their designation and active participation in the company’s activities guarantee safety and environmental protection in the handling of hazardous substances, minimizing risks and avoiding possible sanctions for non-compliance with regulations.
Companies that unload, load, transport or ship Dangerous Classified Goods in their facilities are obliged to have and designate a Safety Advisor before the responsible administration.
- The Board Member
Legal Compliance
Guarantees that the company complies with regulations and legal provisions related to the transport of dangerous goods, avoiding possible sanctions and ensuring safe operations.
Specialized Advice
Provides expert advice on all operations related to the transport of dangerous goods, ensuring that best practices are followed and risks are minimized.
Preparation of reports.
Prepares annual reports on the company’s activities with the transportation of dangerous goods, which helps management to make informed decisions and maintain proper records of operations.
Event Management
In case of accidents, he writes detailed reports for the company and the relevant authorities, facilitating crisis management and improving safety procedures.
Renewal and Updating
It is responsible for keeping up to date with changes in regulations, as the ADR is updated every 2 years, and ensures that the company is up to date with the latest regulations and requirements.
Communication with Authorities
Interacts with the competent authorities, such as the General Directorate of Road Transport, to ensure transparency in the company’s operations.
A dangerous goods safety advisor plays a key role in risk management, regulatory compliance and dangerous goods transportation safety, directly contributing to the achievement of company objectives in this critical area.
What is ADR
The European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) was established following the guidelines of the United Nations. In addition to most European countries, Asian and North African nations have also signed this agreement.
The ADR regulates the transport of dangerous goods by road, covering aspects such as packaging, documentation, the vehicles involved, including the loading and unloading of such goods, whether in international or domestic transport.
- Presents
Annual Report
The obligation of the companies to send during the first quarter of the following year, the annual report foreseen in the regulations in force to the competent body in matters of transport of the Autonomous Community or of the Cities of Ceuta and Melilla where the work centers with dangerous goods operations are located.
Aspects to include
Data and Activities
Company information and activities of shipping, loading, unloading, filling, packing, transport.
Training
According to section 1.3 of the ADR for personnel involved in operations with dangerous goods.
Operations
With dangerous goods by hazard class, dangerousness of the goods and places of operation
Media and Events
Vehicles used in the transport of dangerous goods and events that occurred during the year.
The Counselor provides and certifies the mandatory training of personnel involved in Operations with Dangerous Classified Goods according to 1.3 of the ADR.
