
What do we want? |
Platform on gases and vapors in Shipping Containers (Platform Gassen in Containers)The Platform, formed by organizations of employers and employees, aims to establish guidelines for safe handling of shipping containers which can contain harmful amounts of gas; gases used to rid cargo of vermin or to protect the cargo from being infected during its voyage, or gases which are emitted by the cargo (product and packaging) itself. The Platforms aim is to do this in an effective way, which will not frustrate the logistics chain. Furthermore we want to involve all relevant parties as well as to inform the entire (European) field on new developments. Click here for the English version of the Action plan “ Safe handling of gasses in shipping containers”.
You will find the action plan on this page. Investigation of acute symptoms as a result of inhalation exposure to toxic gasses from freight containers by the Dutch Poisons Information Centre (DPIC)
As employee you can call the number for medical professionals (030-2748888). Your name and telephone number will be registered, after which the DPIC will call you back. In case of serious symptoms it is very important to visit a medical doctor. In order to receive information about symptoms and treatment, the physician can contact the DPIC (030-2408888). Via the physician you will then be asked by the DPIC to participate in this investigation. |