BADGP News Blog

We are delighted to announce that we have published the sides and recording of our webinar, "National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day" presented by BADGP, Rosalind Wall and Elizabeth Shovelton from the Department for Transport.

BADGP members can access the content from the link on the Past Events page of this website.

Our regular Newsletter is proving very popular. We are now looking for articles for our September 2024 edition.

We accept articles from members and non-members, wherever you are in the World. 

You can find out more on our BADGP Newsletter web page and send your contributions to enquiries@badgp.org. Deadline for contributions is 22nd August 2024.

We look forward to receiving your contributions!

BADGP formally announce the creation of our fourth information film 'DG Classes a Quick Review'' in support of the first ever National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

DG Classes a Quick Review

BADGP formally announce the creation of our third information film, 'We are BADGP' in support of the first ever 'National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

We are BADGP

BADGP formally announce the creation of our second information film, 'The Dangerous Goods Classes' in support of the first ever National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

The Dangerous Goods Classes

We have now published the June 2024 edition of our Newsletter. For more details, please visit: BADGP Newsletters.

This edition includes the following articles:

Los Alfaques - A Timely Reminder
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee shares with you his research into this pivotal DG explosion incident that occurred in 1978.

To Declare Or Not To Declare For Special Provisions
BADGP committee member Dan Lee and BADGP member Gary Austin present an article to explain the requirement of some shipping lines to request that exempted lithium cells and batteries are declared on a dangerous goods transport document.

Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser’s And Insurance
BADGP member Karl Jones from Oamps Hazardous Industries discusses if a DGSA should be involved in the discussions their employer has about their commercial insurance.

Professional Indemnity Insurance - Does A DGSA Need It?
BADGP Committee member and Limited Company DGSA, Dan Lee, offers some specific advice on the merits of this type of insurance.

Analysis Of The ADR Training System In Poland
BADGP member Maria Nicopulos provides us with a detailed analysis of the ADR training system in Poland in this informative article.

This Has Probably Happened To You
Graham Moody from Hazmat Logistics discusses the delivery of hazardous materials.

Should We Fix It Before It Breaks?
Christopher Abrahams, BADGP Committee member discussed the collapse of the bridge in Baltimore and the need for pro-activity and the importance of staying ahead of potential hazards.

Enforcement
Continuing the theme of this column in the last two editions of Truck & Track, Richard Shreeve, Labeline’s Compliance Manager, discusses the enforcement of the Dangerous Goods Regulations with Nicola Jaynes, Principal Inspector at the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).

BADGP DGSA Development Programme Launch
BADGP Committee member Dan Lee details the launch of the much-awaited DGSA Development programme.

Calling All Members Become A Mentor
BADGP Committee member continues the theme of the launch of the DGSA Development Programme and places a general call for volunteer mentors for the next intake of the programme.

BADGP’s AGM, 21st March 2024. Too Big For Its Boots?
A review of BADGP’s recent AGM.

AGM 2024 Missing Presentation CV Codes
Dan Lee has provided members with access to the CV Codes presentation that was due to be part of the AGM Agenda.

BADGP AGM 2024
A summary of the recent BADGP AGM.

BADGP AGM 2024 In Pictures Part 2 – The Break Out Sessions
A summary of the feedback received from the break out sessions at the AGM.

Ever Thought Of Joining The BADGP Committee?
BADGP Chair, Mark Spence provides some information on the running of the Association, the Working Groups and what is involved in joining the BADGP Committee.

DG News
A round-up of what’s been happening since our last Newsletter in March 2024.

Who Are You?
BADGP are pleased to introduce you to some of the well-known ‘names’ in the industry, while they share a little information about themselves and their lives in dangerous goods. This month we introduce BADGP Committee member Christopher Abrahams.

BADGP Webinars And Events
Information regarding our upcoming events.

News From Our Partners
Details of upcoming events from our Partner Organisation CHCS.

BADGP are pleased to announce the creation of our first information film 'What are Dangerous Goods' in support of the first ever National Dangerous Goods Awareness Day' on the 11th July - please click on the link below to view the video.

What are Dangerous Goods

We are delighted to announce that we have published the sides and recording of our webinar, "The Quantum of Risk for Lithium Batteries" presented by Dirk Van de Velde, Chief HSSE Officer at Mediterranean Shipping Company.

BADGP members can access the content from the link on the Past Events page of this website.

Save The Date - BADGP 2025 AGM

Following our successful face-to-face AGM in March, we are delighted to announce the date for our 2025 AGM and Annual Industry Seminar.

15th AGM and Annual Industry Seminar: Thursday 27 March 2025 

The venue is to be confirmed and more information will be coming soon, but for now, please save the date!

The AGM / Seminar is free-of-charge to all BADGP members. 

What is it?
The BADGP Development Programme is a 12 month self-directed learning programme that provides all the essential knowledge and skills that a new DGSA needs to ensure that they are able to fully perform the role as a DGSA for themselves or their undertakings. It also free to BADGP members.

Who is it for?
The programme is for BADGP members who are existing or newly-qualified DGSAs. The sense of achievement at passing the DGSA exam is quickly eroded by the reality of the role that you are to perform & you realise that you don’t know what you need to know. This programme will provide you with what you need to know.

How is it done?
Each of the 12 months is split into 4 elements. Each element has a theme and a guidance document that will direct you to read further, view relevant web-based material or conduct a task. At the beginning of the programme you will be allocated a Mentor (an experienced BADGP DGSA) who will guide you through the programme’s content and help you understand how it pertains to your role.

Where do I do it?
You do this either at your workplace, at your home or both. There are elements where we will invite you to attend an arranged visit to a relevant facility that will provide further knowledge and insight into a particular aspect of dangerous goods as well joining us at our BADGP annual meetings and seminar.

When does it start?
Intakes of new delegates are performed every 4 months. May 2024 is our inaugural launch date.

What do i get out of it?
At this point all you get is the acquisition of new skills and knowledge that will make you a better DGSA. The UK Government are following this programme with great interest and who knows what will happen in the future - but someone has to make a start.

How do I get on it?
e-mail BADGP at ‘enquiries@badgp.org' and request an application form. Complete the form and return it and we will initiate the process