ADR exemption
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What is ADR exemption?
Definition
The term ADR stands for ‘Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route’. If you transport dangerous goods by road, you will need to comply with these regulations. Various substances have been classified as dangerous under a European agreement. In some cases, you will need ADR certification for the transport of dangerous goods, for example for your lighting such as LED work lights. However, this is not always the case. For an overview of dangerous goods, please refer to the term ADR. It is also possible to obtain an ADR exemption for your transport. This applies in various situations.
When do you have ADR exemption?
Private transport
A fairly logical exemption is the one for private transport where the hazardous substances are packaged for retail and intended for personal consumption. When it comes to fuels, however, you still face additional restrictions. Namely, you may carry a maximum of 240 litres of fuel in refillable containers. Each canister can hold a maximum of 60 litres of fuel. You also have to take various measures to prevent leakage.
ADR exemption linked to the company's main process
You are also exempt from ADR if you transport hazardous substances that are secondary to the main business activity. Some examples could be delivering to a construction site or transporting in connection with repair, maintenance or supervision. As with private transport, there are limits on this. The hazardous substances may contain a maximum of 450 litres per package. For these substances, too, measures must be taken to prevent leakage. What is important to know is that the ADR exemption does not apply to transport intended for own supply or internal or external distribution.
ADR exemption for the transport of gases
Some gases are exempt from ADR. These are gases of groups A and O, as long as the pressure at 20 ºC does not exceed 2 bar and the gases are not liquid or highly refrigerated liquid. This exemption also applies to gases used to propel the vehicle, or when used as fuel. When the gases are used in food or drinks, you are also exempt from ADR.
Exemption for liquid fuels
Fixed fuel tanks may contain up to 1,500 litres for the purpose of powering the vehicle. A tank on a trailer may contain a maximum of 500 litres, and portable tanks may contain up to 60 litres. It is important, however, that you actually use this fuel to power the vehicle. When transporting vehicles, the fuel in that vehicle’s tank may also be transported as normal, exempt from ADR regulations.
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