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Dangerous Cargoes Act, 1953 (Act No. V of 1953).

Country/Territory
Bangladesh
Document type
Legislation
Date
1953 (1973)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to make further provision for the safety of ports in respect of the transit, working and storage of dangerous cargoes and matters incidental thereto.
Subject
Sea, Environment gen.
Keyword
Marine pollution Navigation Oil pollution Pollution control Hazardous substances
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

The Act defines cargoes as dangerous according to what they are transporting, i.e. explosives, petroleum or other items as per the Government Stowage Instructions. It rules the safety measures to be taken in order to avoid explosion or fires when the vessels are moored in port.

Full text
English
Website
bdlaws.gov.bd