ADR Dangerous Goods Transport Document Check

Inspection template for verifying that an ADR dangerous goods transport document contains the required shipment identification fields and matches the declared dangerous goods details.

Shipment Identification

• UN number is present and correctly formatted
  Confirm the document lists the UN number for each dangerous goods entry, using the correct UN prefix and number.
• Proper shipping name matches the declared substance
  Verify the proper shipping name is shown exactly as required for the dangerous goods being transported.
• Hazard class is listed
  Confirm the hazard class or division is included for each dangerous goods line item.
• Packing group is stated where applicable
  Verify the packing group is shown when required for the shipment and matches the product classification.

ADR Transport Details

• Tunnel code is included
  Confirm the transport document includes the applicable tunnel restriction code for the dangerous goods entry.
• All dangerous goods entries are complete and in the correct sequence
  Verify each dangerous goods line is complete and presented in the required order for the transport document.
• Document details match the shipment and package markings
  Compare the transport document against package labels, marks, and shipment contents for consistency.

Document Control and Release

• Transport document is legible and complete
  Check that the document can be read without ambiguity and contains no missing or obscured fields.
• No unresolved deficiencies or non-conformances remain
  Confirm any identified errors have been corrected or the shipment has been held pending corrective action.
• Inspector notes
  Record any observations, discrepancies, or corrective actions taken during the document check.