Dangerous Goods Safety
Advisor (DGSA) Services
DGX offers more than just transport. We provide full ADR-compliant courier services with in-house DGSA oversight, helping businesses move hazardous goods safely, legally, and efficiently. Here’s a complete breakdown of the services we offer
Dangerous Goods Courier Services
- Same-Day ADR Courier – Urgent deliveries across Scotland and the UK for Class 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8, and 9.
- Next-Day Hazardous Goods Delivery – Cost-effective scheduled options for packaged ADR items.
- Contract Delivery Services – Dedicated weekly routes for regular clients in transport, retail, or distribution.
Dangerous Goods Compliance Support
- DGSA Documentation Review – We verify your SDS, UN numbers, and classification before transport.
- Transport Document Generation – Preparation of ADR transport documents (5.4.1) for each consignment.
- Instructions in Writing (Tremcards) – Supplied for all fully regulated loads.
- Placarding and Labelling Guidance – We ensure correct marking on packages and vans.
Packaging & Loading Assistance
- Packaging Advice – Recommendations for UN-approved packaging based on class and quantity.
- Mixed Load Checks – Validation that substances can be loaded together without hazard.
- Exemption Structuring – We assess your shipment to determine if LQ or 1.1.3.6 exemptions apply.
- Load Segregation Planning – Separation of incompatible substances in compliance with ADR 7.5.2.
Business-Specific ADR Services
- Garden Centres & Agricultural Suppliers – Support with fertiliser, weedkiller, and pesticide compliance.
- Automotive Paint & Chemical Suppliers – Secure and legal transport of flammable and corrosive materials.
- E-commerce Sellers – Support for regulated items (e.g. lithium batteries, cleaning products).
Value-Added Support
- Free Compliance Health Check – We’ll audit your current transport process for ADR risks.
- Onboarding & Client Setup – We help new clients classify goods, prepare documentation, and train staff.
- Emergency Transport Support – Rapid deployment of vehicles for failed third-party shipments.
Optional DGSA Consulting (For Contract Clients)
- Annual Compliance Reviews.
- SDS & Risk Assessment Reports.
- ADR Awareness Training for Warehouse & Admin Teams.