Annex I sets out procedures whereby containers used in international transport must be safety‑approved by an Administration of a Contracting State or by an organization acting on its behalf.
The Act provides the United States Coast Guard with authority to examine and inspect containers used in international transport not only to make sure that they are sound, but also to ensure that they are in compliance with the Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Law (49 U.S.C. 5101-5127) and ISCA.
In order to receive valid CSC plates, shipping containers must undergo an official CSC survey. CSC surveys are conducted by certified third-party container inspectors.
The 1972 Convention for Safe Containers (CSC 1972) adopted by that conference has two goals: one is to maintain a high level of safety of human life in the transport and handling of containers by providing generally acceptable test procedures and related strength requirements which have proven adequate over the years; ...
A CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) plate is a permanent, non-corrosive, fireproof plate affixed to shipping containers used for international transport. CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) sets forth important standards to ensure the safety of shipping containers through the global supply chain.
Place Heavy Items Next to Walls: Place heavier items like appliances and mattresses along the container's wall. Protect Fragile Items: Use bubble wrap and packing peanuts to protect your fragile items. Securely pack your items so they do not move within their boxes.
Blankets, bubble packaging and cardboard can also be used to fill in any empty spaces. It is important that everything fits in snug and tight so nothing shifts during the ocean transit. If necessary you can tie items to the sides of the container with straps.
Shippers Own Containers Shipping companies have an obligation to ensure that containers that do not have a valid Safety Approval Plate affixed to it or the date indicated on the Safety Approval Plate for the container to be re-examined has passed is not loaded or unloaded from a vessel.
Place Heavy Items Next to Walls: Place heavier items like appliances and mattresses along the container's wall. Protect Fragile Items: Use bubble wrap and packing peanuts to protect your fragile items. Securely pack your items so they do not move within their boxes.