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An Introduction to the IMDG Code Welcome to this free introduction to the IMDG Code from Exis Technologies. This provides a brief overview of the IMDG code structure and requirements. Where applicable, screens are referenced to the relevant IMDG Code clause. An Introduction to the IMDG Code The objective of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is to: Enhance the safe transport of dangerous goods Protect the marine environment Facilitate the free unrestricted movement of dangerous goods The International Legal Framework The International Maritime Organization (IMO) The IMO is a United Nations specialised agency which has developed international legislation dealing with two key issues for the maritime industry: The safety of life at sea Prevention of pollution from ships IMDG Code reference: 1.1.1 The International Legal Framework The International Maritime Organization (IMO) The IMO has developed two international conventions to address these issues: The SOLAS Convention (covering safety of life at sea) The MARPOL Convention (covering pollution prevention) To supplement the principles laid down in the SOLAS and MARPOL Conventions, the IMO developed the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. The IMDG code contains detailed technical specifications to enable dangerous goods to be transported safely by sea. The IMDG Code became mandatory for adoption by SOLAS signatory states from 1st January 2004. IMDG Code reference: 1.1.1 Principles of the IMDG Code The IMDG Code is based on an internationally agreed system which: Groups dangerous goods together based on the hazards they present in transport (classification). Contains the dangerous goods in packagings/tanks which are of appropriate strength and which will prevent the goods escaping. Uses hazard warning labels and other identifying marks to identify dangerous goods in transport. Requires standard documentation to be provid