Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations

16.3 (1) An inspector who, under subsection 17(1) of the Act, detains dangerous goods or a means of containment must issue a notice of detention to the person who has the charge, management or control of the dangerous goods or means of containment. The notice must include the following information:

• (a) the UN number and shipping name of any dangerous goods detained;

• (b) a description of any means of containment detained and, if applicable, the serial number of the means of containment;

• (c) a description of any non-compliance, including the applicable references to the Act and these Regulations;

• (d) the name and contact information of the person to whom the notice is issued;

• (e) the name, certificate of designation number and signature of the inspector issuing the notice;

• (f) the geographic location where the notice is issued; and

• (g) the date on which the notice is issued.

(2) The detention expires 12 months after the day on which the notice is issued, but it may be revoked earlier, in writing, by the inspector.

(3) A person may request a review of the detention at any time after it takes effect and the notice has been issued to the person who has the charge, management or control of the dangerous goods or means of containment. The request must be made in writing to the Minister and must include the following information:

• (a) the name and address of the place of business of the person requesting the review;

• (b) a copy of the notice;

• (c) the reasons why the detention should be revoked; and

• (d) all of the information necessary to support the request for review.