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Transport of dangerous goods Transport subject to the regulations on transport of dangerous goods includes: transport of various raw materials and products used at production plants and storage facilities for chemicals transport of many ordinary c...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods
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Safety of the transport of dangerous goods Dangerous goods, such as explosives and chemicals, are transported as raw materials or finished products several times over their life cycles by road, rail, sea or air. Goods that are risky to transport A...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/safety-of-transport-of-dangerous-goods
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New legislation on the transport of dangerous goods The new Act on the Transport of Dangerous Goods entered into force on 1 September 2023. The purpose of the new legislation is to clarify the responsibilities pertaining to the transport of danger...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/new-legislation-on-the-transport-of-dangerous-goods
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Inspection bodies for the transport of dangerous goods The inspection bodies referred to in the Act on Transport of Dangerous Goods include inspection bodies for the transport of dangerous goods, periodic inspection bodies for the transport of dan...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/inspection-bodies-of-transport-of-dangerous-goods
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TDG markings and warning labels The TDG transport classes and markings are determined on the basis of international and national transport regulations. Each transport class has its own warning labels and large vehicle labels. Table A of the Finnis...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/markings-and-warning-labels-in-transport-of-dangerous-goods
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What goods are risky to transport? TDG classifications In terms of transport, dangerous goods include chemicals, substances, compounds, products, even items containing individual substances or compounds (= mixtures) the effect of which may be haza...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/dangerous-goods-classes
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TDG accident report When there is an accident or incident related to the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail, the loader, filler, carrier and recipient must report it to Tukes. Report the following to Tukes within one month: Dangerous sub...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/accident-reporting-in-case-of-on-accident-during-transport-of-dangerous-goods
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Transporting fuel as parcelled goods Only IBC packagings or tank containers approved in accordance with the transport regulations pertaining to the transport of dangerous goods or actual tanks meant for the transport of dangerous goods may be used...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/transporting-fuel-as-parcelled-goods
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Consumers and transporting dangerous goods This page provides more information regarding the TGD regulations applicable to consumers. For assistance with identifying dangerous goods, go to TDG classifications . All transport other than transport p...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/consumers-and-transporting-dangerous-goods
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Electric personal transportation devices The legislation and requirements applied to electric personal transportation devices depend on the features of each device. The product itself may be covered by machine regulation and/or vehicle regulation....https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/machinery/electric-personal-transportation-devices
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17.3.2026 | The Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) has completed an accident investigation into the explosive fire that took place at Pyrokratia Oy’s fireworks storage area in Janakkala on 5 November 2025. The accident was likely caused by a firework that had been damaged during transport or handling.https://tukes.fi/en/-/the-fire-in-the-janakkala-fireworks-storage-area-likely-started-from-a-damaged-firework
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Conformity of tanks and packaging used for transporting dangerous goods Packaging and tanks must meet the relevant requirements. The manufacturer, importer, etc., of the tank or packaging must be able to demonstrate that the tank or packaging is m...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/conformity-of-tanks-and-packaging
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Packaging and marking examples The purpose of this page is to bring together the essential packaging regulations for the example substances, making it easier for the reader to gain an understanding of the requirements and restrictions pertaining t...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/packaging-and-marking-examples
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Abnormal procedure approved by Tukes Legislation on the transport of dangerous goods takes into account the special characteristics of the different forms of transport, and the technical regulations originating from international agreements are up...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/abnormal-procedure-approved-by-tukes
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TDG accidents The purpose of the legislation on the transport of dangerous goods (TDG) is to prevent and avert potential damage or risks to people, the environment or property caused by the transport of dangerous goods. Operators have not always r...https://tukes.fi/en/industry/transport-of-dangerous-goods/accident-reporting-in-case-of-on-accident-during-transport-of-dangerous-goods/tdg-accidents
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Lifecycle of lithium-ion batteries Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are a widely used and effective battery type. Li-ion batteries are used, for example, in mobile devices, power tools, electric bicycles, electric vehicles and industries. This, prim...https://tukes.fi/en/lifecycle-of-lithium-ion-batteries
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Who monitors what? Tukes monitors the safety and compliance of various chemicals, products and services and industrial operations on a large scale. Safety and compliance is also monitored by several other authorities; an overview of these authorit...https://tukes.fi/en/do-this/surveillance/who-monitors-what-
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How to reduce health risks Plant protection products have been developed for controlling weeds and vermin. The use of plant protection products may be hazardous to human health. The safe use of plant protection products is ensured in the EU Member...https://tukes.fi/en/safe-use-of-plant-protection-products/reducing-health-risks
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Tukes approves inspection bodies for the inspection of equipment and installations as well as the certifi-cation of persons in various fields.https://tukes.fi/en/industry/inspection-bodies
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Approval and qualification requirements in the field of refrigeration Companies and persons working in the field of refrigeration must have appropriate approval and qualification granted by Tukes. The approval and qualification must be applied bef...https://tukes.fi/en/products-and-services/refrigeration