Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor

Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor is a qualification required of chemical distributors and storage companies throughout the United Kingdom relating to packing and labelling of hazardous materials. At least one qualified DGSA is required to administer labels and vehicle hazard plates in accordance to the ADR Regulations. Anyone involved in the loading, unloading or transportation of dangerous goods must appoint a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor. A company may hire a DGSA on a contractual basis if it does not employ one. The qualification lasts five years upon completion, and the examining body in the UK is the Scottish Qualifications Authority.