.1. Why is the international transportation of hazardous goods very challeng-
ing for the logistician? Identify some of the challenges and skills needed to
do the job well. What are the risks if a firm does not manage the handling
and transportation of dangerous goods carefully?
3. How is the hazard level of a dangerous good expressed? When and where
must this information be provided and what aspects of a shipment are
linked to a product's hazard level?
5. Dangerous goods are marked, labeled, and placarded to provide informa-
tion to assist first responders in the event of an accident. Discuss what
information is important for first responders to know and how it will in-
form their response.