Deck General · Dangerous Cargo (IMDG)
A Dangerous Goods Declaration required for ocean shipment of hazardous materials under the IMDG Code must be signed by:
- AThe vessel master
- BThe shipper (consignor)✓ Correct
- CThe port safety officer
- DThe USCG marine inspector
Explanation
The shipper is legally responsible for accurately declaring, classifying, packaging, marking, and labeling dangerous goods. The Dangerous Goods Declaration must be signed by the shipper certifying the information is accurate. The master signs the cargo plan and stowage decisions but is not the declarant.
Authority: SOLAS
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