Hazardous Materials

Information and Documentation Requirements for Hazardous Cargo

Booking Requirements and Procedures 

Hazmat Information Required

Prohibited Hazardous Cargo List (This list shows the hazardous materials cargo that Horizon Lines does NOT currently accept for shipment

Restricted Hazardous Cargo List (This list shows the hazardous materials cargo that Horizon Lines will ship, but only with prior approval. Please contact Customer Service to secure approval. 877-678-7447)

Documentation Requirements and Procedures

Documentation Do's and Don'ts

Hazardous Materials Documentation Process

Shipper's Certification & Container Packing Certificate

Shipping Paper Job Aid

Instructions on How to Prepare Container with Hazardous Cargo for Shipment

Container Preparation

US Coast Guard Placarding Job Aid

Qualifications for Shipping Automobiles

When is my auto hazardous?

What do I do if my auto is hazardous?

Horizon Lines Form for Hazardous Autos

When is my auto non-hazardous?


Horizon Lines Required Certification Form for Non-Hazardous Autos

Automobile Handling

Links to Regulatory Sites Governing Hazardous Shipments

Regulations

Special Permits

New Rule Making

A list of all CFR's on Line

DOT Letters of Interpretation

Links to Sites Governing Emergency Response

North American Emergency Response Guidebook

DOT Incident Report Form5800.1(rev 6)

Guide to prepare the Incident Report Form

Hazardous Commodities:  In the News

DOT Final Rules

IMDG Amendment 34 Changes