In accordance with the decision of the Parliament:

CHAPTER 1

General provisions

ARTICLE 1

Purpose of the law

The purpose of this law is to prevent and combat the damage and danger posed by the transport of dangerous goods to people, to the environment or to property.

This law lays down the authorities which are competent authorities within the meaning of the international obligations of the European Union and of Finland. (13/03/98)

ARTICLE 2 (8.4.2005/215)

Scope of law

This law shall apply to the transport of dangerous goods:

1) on the road;

(2) railway and other rail transport;

(3) aircraft in the territory of Finland and on a Finnish aircraft outside the territory of Finland, subject to European Union legislation relating to commercial air transport;

4) on a Finnish vessel in Finnish waters and outside Finnish waters and on a foreign vessel in Finnish waters.

(21.12.2010/1240)

This law applies to the transport of dangerous goods, including in the port area, aerodrome and other terminal. In these places, this law also applies to the temporary storage of dangerous goods.

This law does not apply to:

(1) the transport of dangerous goods by sea and inland waterway, and not the transport of liquid and gas;

(2) the storage, transfer or other treatment of dangerous substances in the factory and storage area where the measure is not closely related to road, rail, ship or air transport;

3) the transport of dangerous goods on a yacht with a length of less than 45 metres.

In addition to transport, this law shall apply to packaging, containers and vehicles intended for the transport of dangerous goods within the meaning of paragraphs 1 and 2.

ARTICLE 3 (8.4.2005/215)

Definitions

For the purposes of this law:

(1) Dangerous substance A substance that may cause damage to humans, to the environment or to property arising from an explosion, fire, infection or radiation hazard, toxicity, corrosivity, or any other characteristic of this kind; Dangerous substances also apply to dangerous mixtures, articles, equipment, goods, empty packaging, genetically modified organisms and micro-organisms;

(2) Transport The actual transport of a dangerous substance and a package containing a dangerous substance, loading, loading, unloading and handling of the means of transport;

(3) Temporary storage Temporary storage in the vehicle, railway wagon, container, container and terminal, which is closely linked to the transport mode; temporary storage also means temporary storage due to transport conditions. Suspension, as well as temporary storage due to the replacement of the mode of transport or the means of transport, provided that the Authority is requested to provide documentation showing the location of the consignment and reception, and that the collage or container Open during the temporary storage period except during Any inspection by the Authority; (13/03/98)

(4) By road transport On the road transport (267/1981) For transport and temporary storage and transport in the port, warehouse and factory area, aerodrome or other similar area where it is closely related to the road traffic law In the case of road transport, as well as being considered as road transport (1710/1995) Transport within the meaning of the terms of reference laid down by the State Council Regulation;

(5) Rail transport The handling of wagons on the line, including the handling of wagons and the temporary storage and handling of the packages at the terminal, as well as rail transport in port, storage and factory areas or similar areas where: It is closely linked to the transport of rail;

(6) Ship-transport Transport in pieces in packages, containers, containers or other equivalent means;

(7) Air transport Transport on an aircraft;

(8) The port keeper The one that maintains the port and port operations, is responsible for port services and owns the port area or manages the area; (13/03/98)

(9) The inspection body An organisation which has the right to take the measures necessary to demonstrate the conformity of packaging and containers intended for the transport of dangerous goods, as well as the associated additional equipment, in accordance with the provisions of this Law and Provides for the provision;

(10) By Directive on transportable pressure equipment Directive 2010 /35/eu of the European Parliament and of the Council on transportable pressure equipment and repealing Council Directives 76 /767/EEC, 84 /525/EEC, 84 /526/EEC, 84 /527/EEC and 1999 /36/EC; (26.08.2011/1004)

(11) Transportable pressure equipment The pressure device referred to in Article 2 (1) of the Directive on transportable pressure equipment; (26.08.2011/1004)

(12) Economic operator In the case of a business or public service, a manufacturer, authorised representative, importer, distributor, owner or user within the meaning of the Directive on transportable pressure equipment for payment or free of charge; (26.08.2011/1004)

(13) The EU Accreditation and Market Surveillance Regulation Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down requirements for accreditation and market surveillance relating to the marketing of products and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 339/93; (13/03/98)

(14) The transport of dangerous goods under the control of the armed forces

(a) the transport of dangerous goods based on cooperation between the armed forces or between the armed forces and the defence forces, or on the basis of cooperation between military authorities;

(b) the transport of dangerous goods by a military vehicle, warship or military aircraft in the territory of Finland relating to international military exercises or other military cooperation.

(13/03/98)

What this law provides for packaging and containers is also applicable to containers and other similar devices, as well as valves and other accessories associated with packaging, containers, containers and other similar equipment.

Paragraph 3 has been repealed by L 13.12.2012 .

§ 3a (13/03/98)

Categories of transport of dangerous goods

Dangerous substances are divided into nine main categories on the basis of their hazardous nature. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the categories of dangerous goods.

§ 4

Relationship with certain acts

In addition to the provisions of this Act, the transport of dangerous goods, otherwise provided for in the transport of goods, is otherwise provided, subject to a binding international obligation on Finland.

Articles 2 to 5 have been repealed by L 13.12.2012 .

CHAPTER 2

Authorities and their tasks

§ 5 (13/03/98)

Ministry of Transport and Communications as a guiding authority

General guidance and development of activities under this law will be part of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The Ministry may set up a negotiating body to assist in the transport of dangerous goods.

ARTICLE 6 (9.2.2001)

Other authorities

Compliance with this law and its provisions and regulations will be monitored by the Transport Safety Agency, Customs, Police, Border Guard, Security and Chemicals Agency, the Radiation Protection Centre and the Labour Inspectors in their respective fields. The Decree of the Council of State may lay down more detailed provisions relating to the tasks relating to the control of the transport of dangerous goods by those authorities, the transport of dangerous goods or temporary storage. And cooperation between domestic and foreign authorities. More detailed provisions may also be laid down by the Government Decree on the activities of other authorities to ensure the safety of the transport of dangerous goods. (13/03/98)

Military authorities supervising the transport of dangerous goods by road, air, sea and inland waterway and on military vehicles, on board vessels or on board aircraft, and the transport of dangerous goods by military forces. If necessary, the supervision of the transport of dangerous goods by the armed forces and cooperation between the supervisory authorities will be laid down by a Council regulation.

The border guards' ship and the transport of dangerous goods on board an aircraft are controlled by the Border Guard.

The Finnish Transport Safety Agency may conclude a technical agreement in accordance with Annex A, Chapter 1.5 of the European Agreement on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods of Dangerous Goods (ADR) in Finland (ADR 23/1979), In Annex C to the Convention on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods (COTIF) (COTIF) (COTIF) (COTIF) (COTIF), Annex C, Chapter 1.5 of the Annex to the Convention on the Safety of Life at Sea (RID) In Regulation No 1 of Part A of Annex VII to the International Convention (SopS 11/1981) For a period of up to five years referred to in paragraph 7.9.1 of the Code (IMDG Code). The conclusion of the agreement is that it permits an abnormal technical solution or any other arrangement which maintains a level of safety equivalent to that of compliance. The agreement may also apply to national transport of dangerous goods. A copy of the contract shall be included in the means of transport if the international obligation of Finland so provides. The Transport Safety Agency shall provide information on these fixed-term contracts. (13/03/98)

As competent authorities within the meaning of the relevant international obligations of the European Union and of Finland, the authorities acting in accordance with this law and by the provisions adopted pursuant thereto shall act as competent authorities. (13/03/98)

§ 6a (17/04/915)

Recognition of measures by the provincial authorities of the province of Åland

The decree of the Council of State may provide for the transport or temporary storage of dangerous goods by a foreign authority in the province of Ahvenanmaa or by another institution authorised by an authority of the Province of Åland or of the Province of Åland The recognition in Finland of the measure and the certificate issued, such as the authorisation of a driving licence authorising the transport of dangerous goods, the classification of a dangerous substance, the classification of a dangerous substance and packaging or container, Where the recognition of the measure and the certificate is based The obligation of an international agreement which is binding on the legislation of the European Union or Finland, or if the performance of the measure and the issuing of the certificate has otherwise taken into account the corresponding safety requirements applicable in Finland.

CHAPTER 3

Obligations and requirements

§ 7 (8.4.2005/215)

General obligations

The transport of dangerous goods and related other measures, such as packaging and temporary storage, must comply with the necessary care and care, taking into account the type, quantity and Mode of transport.

For its part, the transport of dangerous goods and the safety of the temporary storage, such as the packer, the consignor, the consignor, the shipping operator, the cargo operator, the carrier, the carrier, the driver and the consignee, shall contribute to it, That the measures necessary to prevent accidents and to reduce the harmful consequences for human beings, the environment or property shall be taken.

§ 7a (21.12.2010/1240)

Requirements for the vehicle for the transport of dangerous goods

The vehicle used for the transport of dangerous goods shall be suitable for the transport of dangerous goods, in particular as regards their design, technical characteristics and equipment.

The Transport Safety Agency may type approved vehicle for the transport of dangerous goods. In addition, the vehicle used in the transport of dangerous goods and the vehicle used for the carriage of explosives must be approved for the transport of dangerous goods ( VAK-approval ) And each year thereafter ( VKK survey ) if a small quantity of dangerous goods is transported in the vehicle.

The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the specific structures, technical characteristics and equipment of a vehicle suitable for the transport of dangerous goods and the transport of dangerous goods by container and explosives The vehicle is not required for VAK-Approval and VSEs. (13/03/98)

Article 7b (21.12.2010/1240)

The VAK Approval and the VKK survey

The Transport Safety Agency may authorise the inspection site to issue VDC approvals and to carry out vehicle VSEs. The Transport Safety Agency may also authorise the approval of VAT approvals by the individual approval of the vehicle. The right of the centre to grant VAK approvals and to carry out VAK surveys shall be terminated at the same time as its entitlement to carry out roadworthiness tests ends. The granting of VAK approvals by the individual approval authority shall be terminated at the same time as its entitlement to grant individual approvals ends.

The Transport Safety Agency shall monitor the activities of the authorising officers and the VAKs referred to in paragraph 1 in those tasks. The Agency may issue a note or a written warning to the VAK authorizer and the provider of the VAKs, provided that the tasks in question are not carried out properly. If, in spite of a written warning, the VAK approvals are still not granted or the VAK surveys are properly carried out, the Transport Safety Agency shall suspend or revoke the right to grant VAK approvals and carry out: VAK-Roadworthiness tests.

The VAK-approvals of vehicles which are necessary for the defence of the defence forces are granted by the VAKs and the VAKs are carried out by a car inspector in the armed forces. The supervisory tasks referred to in paragraph 2 shall be exercised by the General Staff in the armed forces.

Article 7c (12/122014/1095)

Requirements for the competence of the person carrying out the VAK approvals and the person carrying out the VAKs

In addition to the specific competence of the surveyor and the individual authorising officer, the person carrying out the VAK approvals and the VSEs is subject to further training in the award of VAT approvals and the carrying out of the VSEs. Specialised training required.

The Decree of the Council of State may provide for more detailed provisions on the special training required by the Member States to grant the vak approval and the VAT survey, and provide for access to specialised training, specialised training And of the certificate accompanying them. The Finnish Transport Safety Agency may lay down detailed provisions on the assessment and acceptance of special training in the field of special training to be carried out by the VAK-Approval and the VAT surveys, as well as special training Technical details. Specific training and access requirements for training and access requirements to be provided by the Department of Defence Vehicle Approval and VAT surveys may be subject to more detailed provisions by the Ministry of Defence Regulation.

Article 7d (12/122014/1095)

Permission for the provision of further training for persons providing VAT approvals and for persons carrying out VAKs

The continuing training of persons providing VAT approvals and those carrying out VAT surveys shall be authorised by the Finnish Transport Safety Agency to provide further training. The Transport Safety Agency shall also authorise the organisation of an individual continuing training session. The organiser of such an event shall be subject to the provisions of this Act and shall accordingly provide for the applicant for training and the issuing of the training permit.

The Transport Safety Agency may, if necessary, provide specialised training.

Paragraph 1 shall not apply to specialised training required by the armed forces of the armed forces of the armed forces.

The extension authorisation shall be granted to the applicant if the applicant complies with the (957/2013) And shall have access to adequate and adequate training and to qualified teaching staff familiar with VAC approvals and VAKs.

The application for a continuous training authorisation shall be accompanied by the information and reports provided for in Article 31 of the Vehicle Inspection Act and the training and experience of the person responsible for the approval of the training activities. For the rest, the application for a further training permit shall apply to what is provided for in the Act on the roadworthiness of vehicles.

The Transport Safety Agency shall issue a further training permit to an applicant who fulfils the conditions laid down in paragraph 4 and submits the reports referred to in paragraph 5.

Withdrawal of a continuous training licence, for tests on further training and for the preservation of documents relating to them, to the equalisation of further training, to the exception of administrative law (2003) The requirements for monitoring the accessibility requirements for further training and for the holder of the continuing training authorisation shall be subject to the provisions of the Law on the roadworthiness of vehicles.

§ 8 (8.4.2005/215)

General obligations of the consignor

Prior to the submission of a dangerous substance, the consignor and the shipping time and the cargo carrier shall ensure that the transport of the substance is not prohibited in the mode of transport used. (21.12.2010/1240)

The consignor and the shipping operator and the counsellor are responsible for the classification, packaging and packaging of the dangerous substance left for carriage and for the carriage of goods to be transported under this Act and the provisions adopted pursuant thereto. In accordance with

The consignor and the ship and the cargo carrier shall be responsible for ensuring that the name, classification and other information required for the dangerous substance are correctly labelled in the transport document and that the necessary transport documents are provided before Transport to the carrier.

§ 9 (8.4.2005/215)

Responsibilities of the transport operator

The transport operator shall ensure that the vehicle, vessel, aircraft and vehicle used for the transport of a dangerous substance can be used for this purpose and that the vehicle is properly manned. Before transport, the transport operator shall ensure that it does not carry dangerous goods which are prohibited. (21.12.2010/1240)

Air transport shall be subject to authorisation for the carriage of dangerous goods by air, where the legislation of the European Union, an international agreement binding Finland or an international standard or recommendation requires authorisation, or if: Otherwise justified in order to ensure transport safety. The granting of authorisation shall be conditional on the applicant's ability to ensure the safety of the handling of dangerous goods at all stages of the air transport, through training, instructions and methods at its disposal. The authorisation shall be granted for a limited period of time. The details of the authorisation and the cases in which the authorisation is not required may be subject to more detailed provisions by a decree of the Government. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the technical details of the application and issue of the authorisation. (13/03/98)

If the holder of an air transport authorisation referred to in paragraph 2 no longer fulfils the conditions for the authorisation or the transport of dangerous goods by air has not been properly managed, the authorisation authority may issue a written warning to the authorisation holder. If, in spite of a warning, irregularities are not removed, the authorising authority may suspend or revoke the authorisation. However, in the case of urgency, authorisation may be revoked without a separate written warning if the licensing authority has reasonable grounds for suspecting that the holder of the authorisation is unable to carry out the air transport safely. The authorisation may be withdrawn only if the conditions for the authorisation are not substantially met or if there are material deficiencies or omissions in the transport of dangerous goods.

ARTICLE 10

Responsibilities of the driver in road transport

Before the start of the journey, the driver shall ensure that the vehicle is responsible for the transport in question and is adequately manned and loaded, and shall ensure that the carriage is carried out in accordance with the provisions in force and the provisions in force. In accordance with

Article 10a (13/03/98)

Transport in baggage

A dangerous substance shall not be transported as a luggage or transported as a baggage if, owing to the property referred to in Article 3 (1) (1) of the substance, the transport presents a risk to humans, the environment or property, which: Cannot be combated by means of packaging or other specific measures.

When transporting a dangerous substance, the luggage must take into account any potential hazards due to the transported substance, and be careful and care to be taken in the transport and other treatment of the substance. The dangerous substance transported in the form of luggage must be properly packaged and the transport must comply with the relevant provisions and regulations.

More detailed provisions may be laid down by the Government Decree on the restriction or prohibition of the movement of dangerous goods.

The Transport Safety Agency may lay down more detailed provisions on a matter by substance or otherwise in detail on the restriction or prohibition of the carriage of dangerous goods by a passenger and a crew member, and Of packaging and other technical details. These provisions must be based on European Union law, an international agreement binding Finland or an international standard.

Article 10b (13/03/98)

Transport by air mail

Postal (415/2011) Operators and operators designated in accordance with the Universal Postal Union Convention (SopS 69/2011) and which have registered a branch in Finland, as required by the Universal Postal Union of Finland, shall: Approval for the handling of air mail containing dangerous substances where such approval is required by European Union legislation, an international agreement binding Finland or an international standard. The grant of approval shall be conditional on the applicant being able, through training, instruction and the methods at its disposal, to ensure the security of the reception and processing of consignments at all stages of the postal operation. Approval is decided by the Transport Safety Agency. More detailed provisions may be adopted by the Government Decree on the details of the request for approval. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the technical details of the application and issue of the authorisation.

The Agency shall monitor the activities of the undertakings and operators referred to in paragraph 1 with regard to the approval of the Agency. If the holder of the approval no longer fulfils the conditions for granting the approval or the handling of air mail containing dangerous goods has not been properly managed, the Agency may issue a written warning to the holder of the approval or Warning. If, in spite of the observation or warning, the deficiencies are not removed, the Agency may suspend or revoke the approval. However, in the case of urgency, approval may be revoked without a separate written warning if the authority has reasonable grounds to suspect that the holder of the authorisation is not in a position to carry out The safe handling of air mail. Approval may only be withdrawn if the conditions for granting the approval are not substantially met or if there are material deficiencies or omissions in the handling of air mail containing dangerous goods.

The Transport Safety Agency may issue more detailed provisions on a substance or otherwise in detail on the restriction or prohibition of the carriage of air mail containing dangerous substances. These provisions must be based on European Union law, an international agreement binding Finland or an international standard.

Article 10c (13/03/98)

Obligation to appoint a safety adviser

The road or rail transport of dangerous goods, as well as the packaging, loading or other safety related to the transport of dangerous goods, shall be designated by the safety adviser and To steer this activity and to explore ways to ensure that the tasks related to the transport of dangerous goods are carried out as safely as possible.

The Security Adviser shall have a certificate of a test received by the Traffic Safety Agency to demonstrate that the person has sufficient expertise in the transport of dangerous goods and the tasks prescribed for him.

On the obligation to appoint a safety adviser, the expertise, the tests and evidence required to obtain the certificate, and the other qualifications and duties of the safety adviser and other related matters Is regulated in more detail by a decree of the Council.

ARTICLE 11 (12/01/1402)

General qualifications of staff

Every person carrying out the transport or temporary storage of dangerous goods, such as packaging, dispatch, shipment, loading, loading, loading or unloading, shall have the necessary transport Safety training or other qualifications for the purpose of the mission and, where appropriate, recurrent training, unless the mission is carried out under the direct supervision of a trained person.

More detailed provisions on the necessary training and other qualifications, as well as their structure and content, may be laid down by the Government Decree. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions for the transport of dangerous goods by road and rail, the transport of dangerous goods and the transport of dangerous goods in the port area, and other qualifications Practical implementation and other technical details. (13/03/98)

An employer carrying out tasks related to the transport or temporary storage of dangerous goods shall ensure that the worker has the training or other qualifications referred to in paragraph 1. The employer must have information on this training and other qualifications. Information on training and other qualifications shall be provided on request to the authority responsible for transport in order to ensure that the training or other qualifications awarded are sufficient. (13/03/98)

In the case of road, rail, sea or air transport of dangerous goods falling within the scope of this Act, the employer shall keep the training information referred to in paragraph 3 for the last three years of the latest authorised training Of completion.

Article 11a (21.12.2010/1240)

Specific provisions concerning the qualification of staff in the field of air transport

The training referred to in Article 11 (1) of the Transport Safety Agency shall be approved by the Transport Safety Agency. Approval shall be granted for a fixed period. (13/03/98)

A detailed training programme shall be provided for the training referred to in paragraph 1. Training instructors shall have good knowledge of the transport of dangerous goods and adequate teaching skills. Training is supervised by the Finnish Transport Safety Agency. The Agency may issue a written warning to the provider of training if the training is not properly conducted. The Agency may also prohibit the provision of training if the deficiencies indicated in the written warning are not removed within a reasonable time.

More detailed provisions on applications for recognition of qualifications, notification of changes in training and the skills of the training provider can be adopted by a Council regulation. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the practical implementation of training and on other technical details relating to training and the skills of the training provider. These provisions should be based on the technical specifications for the transport of dangerous goods by means of standards published by the International Civil Aviation Organisation under the International Civil Aviation Convention (SopS 11/1949). (13/03/98)

Article 11b (8.4.2005/215)

Driving licences for road transport

Where, taking into account the type, quantity and means of transport of dangerous goods, the transport of dangerous goods requires special expertise, the driver of the vehicle shall, in addition to the driving licence referred to in Chapter 5 of the Road Traffic Code, be hazardous Driving licence for the transport of substances. The grant of an authorisation shall be conditional on the applicant's participation in the training necessary for obtaining the licence and carrying out an acceptable examination of the driving licence. The licence is granted for a fixed period. When it is granted, the person shall have the right to drive and shall not be prohibited from driving. The licence shall be kept on board while driving and shall be presented to the police officer or any other authority supervising the traffic. (13/03/98)

Training in order to obtain an authorisation may only be given by an entity approved by the Traffic Safety Agency, which has a competent Director for training, a detailed training programme, adequate and professional in relation to the scale of the activity; Teaching staff, appropriate premises and the necessary teaching material and equipment. The authorisation shall be granted for a limited period. The Finnish Transport Safety Agency may issue a warning to the holder of the training permit or a written warning if the holder of the authorisation does not fulfil the conditions or training of the training permit. The Agency may also withdraw the training authorisation if the deficiencies identified in the note or written warning are not removed within a reasonable time. A training permit can only be withdrawn if the deficiencies are significant. (21.12.2010/1240)

The decree of the Council of State may provide for derogations from the requirement of driving licences for police and rescue operations and for other tasks related to the control of transport and temporary custody. The driving licence for the transport of dangerous goods under the control of military forces is regulated by a decree of the Ministry of Defence.

On the requirement of an authorisation, the conditions for issuing a driving licence, the period of validity of the licence, the renewal of the licence, the test to obtain the driving licence and the driving licence model, as well as the training and the training of the driving licence, And the training permit and its duration may be subject to more detailed provisions by a decree of the Council of Ministers. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the content of the training programme and the test to obtain the driving licence. (13/03/98)

Article 11c (8.4.2005/215)

Transport documents, reports and notifications

The means of transport must have the main information on the dangerous substances transported to ensure the proper handling of the substance and in the event of an accident or hazard. The Transport Safety Agency may impose on this obligation subject-matter and other detailed exceptions to small quantities of dangerous substances whose transport may present only a minor hazard to humans, the environment or property. The consignor and the transport operator shall keep records containing the particulars referred to in this section for at least three months of dispatch or transport. (13/03/98)

In the case of transport of dangerous goods, the transport of dangerous goods must be notified to the competent authority referred to in Article 6.

The decree of the Council of State lays down more detailed provisions on transport-related documents and notifications of accidents and risks. In addition, the Government Decree provides, where appropriate:

(1) derogations from the notification obligation referred to in paragraph 2 for minor accidents and hazards;

(2) the contingency plan for the transport of radioactive materials and the radiation protection and quality assurance programme;

(3) notifications and reports of accidents and hazards other than those referred to in paragraph 2.

The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the technical details of documents, reports and notifications relating to transport. (13/03/98)

Article 11d (8.4.2005/215)

Security measures and obligations

In the case of transport by road or rail, a dangerous substance which, when used intentionally, may pose a high risk to people, the environment or property, the transport-related parties, such as the packer, consignor, The transport operator shall carry out and keep up to date a security plan applicable to its activities, which shall include measures and procedures to prevent the theft of the dangerous substance and other intentional misuse. The security plan shall be submitted to the Authority on request.

The means of transport to be used for the transport referred to in paragraph 1 shall be equipped with appropriate equipment or secured by other arrangements to prevent theft and other intentional misuse.

The dangerous substance referred to in paragraph 1 may be left for carriage by road and rail only to the duly identified transport operator. (13/03/98)

Where possible, the railway line, terminal or other equivalent area used for the temporary storage of a dangerous substance for the transport of road and rail transport shall be secured if the hazard referred to in paragraph 1 is dangerous. Substance. (13/03/98)

The parties involved in the carriage of dangerous goods by air or by means of appropriate security measures shall prevent any theft of the substance and any other intentional misuse. However, security measures for ships, port areas and aerodromes are laid down separately.

A decree of the Council of State may provide for more detailed provisions on the security plan and the protection of other dangerous goods transport and temporary storage. The Transport Safety Agency may lay down more detailed provisions on a substance or otherwise in detail on substances for which the security plan is to be drawn up and the means of transport to be used for transport must be secured, and Technical details of security measures and obligations referred to in paragraph 5. (13/03/98)

ARTICLE 12 (8.4.2005/215)

Transport and temporary storage in the transport chain

The design and operation of the cargo area, the port area, aerodine and other terminal must take into account the dangers for humans, the environment and property caused by the transport of dangerous goods and temporary storage. In the freight yard, in the port area, at the aerodrome and other terminal, only quantities of dangerous substances may be transported and temporarily retained only in such quantities. In these places, the areas and their equipment for dangerous substances should also be such as to avoid any particular danger when transported or temporarily stored.

The port operator and cargo handling services shall be accompanied by an updated safety report if significant quantities of dangerous goods are transported or temporarily stored via the port. The port security clearance is approved by the Transport Safety Agency. It may limit the quantities of dangerous substances temporarily stored in the port and impose any other safety restrictions on temporary storage. (21.12.2010/1240)

The railway undertaking shall have an up-to-date safety report on the rail yard designated by the Traffic Safety Agency through which significant quantities of dangerous goods are transported. The Transport Agency shall compile and complete the safety report for the whole of the rail yard and ensure that the functions described in the safety report constitute a security-related entity. The safety report on the whole yard is approved by the Traffic Safety Agency. (21.12.2010/1240)

The safety report shall describe the measures and procedures to be taken to ensure the safe transport of dangerous goods and temporary storage, as well as the internal emergency plan. The internal emergency plan shall contain a plan of measures to be taken in the event of an accident. The safety report shall be available to rescue authorities, business, transport and the Agency and to the supervisory authorities. (21.12.2010/1240)

In the case of hazardous substances and their temporary storage, accident prevention and transport in the railway yard, port area, aerodrome and other terminal, and the safety report, more detailed provisions may be adopted by the Government Regulation. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the practical implementation of these matters, as well as the segregation of the transport units, the material procedures and other technical details. (13/03/98)

ARTICLE 13 (13/03/98)

Other obligations

Packaging or container manufacturer, packager, consignor, shipping time, cargo carrier, cargo operator, carrier, master of the vessel, driver, consignee, consignee, package or container holder, tour operator, port or aeroding keeper, Cargo handling services other than those referred to in Articles 9 (2) and (3) other than those relating to the transport of dangerous goods and other dangerous goods other than those referred to in Articles 10a, 10b, 11, 11a to 11d, 12, 13 to 13d, 13i, 14 and 14a, such as: Transport, temporary storage, packaging, transport unit Labelling, information on transport restrictions and the provision of safety and other transport instructions by means of transport may be subject to more detailed provisions by a decree of the Government.

Chapter 3a (9.2.2001)

Security of packaging and container

Article 13a (13/03/98)

Conformity of packaging and container

Packs and containers used for the transport or temporary storage of dangerous goods shall be manufactured, inspected and labelled and used in such a way that it does not endanger any health, safety, property or the environment. Packaging and container shall comply with the requirements laid down in this law and in accordance therewith. The State Council Regulation may lay down more detailed provisions on the demonstration of conformity, the maintenance of the documents necessary for the demonstration of conformity and the type-approval of conformity to demonstrate conformity For the period of validity, renewal and repeal. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the documentation necessary for demonstrating compliance.

The placing on the market, release or use of any other packaging or container other than transportable pressure equipment for the transport of dangerous goods shall ensure that it complies with the requirements referred to in paragraph 1. However, this obligation does not apply to a private individual who uses or intends to use it for its leisure or sporting activities or for other personal purposes.

Article 13b (26.08.2011/1004)

Obligations of the economic operator

Where the transportable pressure equipment is placed on the market, it shall be ensured that the pressure device, its design, maintenance and the system of maintenance and storage of pressure equipment comply with the prescribed and prescribed requirements.

The provisions of paragraph 1 shall also apply to:

(1) supply the transportable pressure equipment for distribution or use;

2) to introduce a transportable pressure device for which the conformity has not been demonstrated;

(3) prepare the transportable pressure equipment for its own use for transport or for transfer to another.

In addition to the provisions of paragraphs 1 and 2, the obligations referred to in Chapters 2 and 5 of the Directive on transportable pressure equipment for economic operators. However, the obligations imposed on the holder of the Directive do not apply to the person intending to use or use transportable pressure equipment for its leisure or sports activities or for other personal purposes.

A decree of the Council of State may provide more specific provisions on the marking of conformity marking and other demonstration of conformity, the storage of documents necessary for the demonstration of conformity and conformity The period of validity, renewal and revocation of the type approval to be granted. More specific provisions may also be adopted by the Government Decree on the application of the obligations referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 to transportable pressure equipment for ship and air transport. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the documentation necessary for demonstrating compliance. (13/03/98)

Article 13c (13/03/98)

Inspection bodies and their functions

The control bodies referred to in this Law are:

(1) Inspection bodies;

2) institution of the REQs;

3) A control body recognised by the Radiation Security Centre;

4) A type A notified body;

(5) notified body type B; and

6) A control service under the supervision of a type A notified body.

Inspection institutions shall have the right:

(1) approve, check and test packaging and containers;

(2) carry out the other tasks required to demonstrate the conformity of packaging and containers and the related measures;

(3) carry out all the tasks assigned to the control bodies in the conformity assessment procedures and audits referred to in the Directive on transportable pressure equipment;

(4) perform the assessments and approvals of the quality system related to the periodic inspection of pressure vessels and the associated controls.

More detailed provisions may be adopted by the Government Decree on the cooperation of inspection bodies and the tasks of the inspection bodies. The Transport Safety Agency may lay down more detailed rules on the procedures to be followed and the assessment and approval of the quality system related to the periodic inspection of pressure vessels and the control thereof.

The inspection body shall carry out the inspection posts itself which it undertakes to carry out. However, the control body referred to in paragraph 1 (1) to (5) may subcontract parts of the tasks relating to the demonstration of conformity, periodic inspection and other inspection activities, provided that: Agreed with the sponsor. However, the entity carrying out these tasks shall be included in the accreditation of the control body or be accredited separately if it carries out tasks to the control body which is required to be accredited. If this entity is accredited separately, the accreditation shall be in accordance with the SFS-EN ISO/IEC 17025 standard for the validity of the testing and calibration laboratories, and shall state that it is independent and impartial. Test laboratory for the purpose of carrying out testing in accordance with its accreditation, or accreditation shall comply with Article 13e. The inspection body shall be responsible for any measures subcontracted. Details of the rights of the audit institution may be subcontracted by the Government Decree. The Transport Safety Agency may adopt more detailed provisions on the application of standard SFS-EN ISO/IEC 17025 in accordance with international obligations and acts of the European Union. (12/122014/1095)

The control body shall ensure that the subcontractor complies with the requirements laid down in Article 13e (1) (2) except for the registration requirement referred to in Article 13e (2). The control body shall also supervise the subcontractor and shall inform the authority recognised under Article 13d of the control body of its arrangements for subcontracting.

Article 13d (9.2.2001)

Recognition of inspection bodies

The Transport Safety Agency shall recognise the control bodies referred to in Article 13c relating to transportable pressure equipment, the Radiation Security Agency, the control bodies whose inspection bodies are related to: Packaging and containers intended for the transport of radioactive materials, and the other control bodies of the Safety and Chemicals Agency. The recognition decision shall specify the tasks of the control body and the scope and control arrangements for the control of the inspection body. The decision may impose additional requirements, restrictions and conditions on the operation of the institution to ensure the proper performance of the tasks. (26.08.2011/1004)

The tasks referred to in Article 13c (2) for the purposes of demonstrating the conformity of packaging and containers used under the supervision of the armed forces referred to in Article 6 (2) may also be carried out: A military installation or a military authority which has been recognised by the General Staff. Such an inspection body shall, where applicable, meet the conditions laid down in this law to the control body and shall, mutatis mutandis, be subject to the provisions of this Act concerning the control body. (12/122014/1095)

The recognition of an inspection body shall be sought in writing from the authority responsible for recognition. More detailed provisions may be adopted on the application for recognition by the Government Decree. (13/03/98)

Article 13e (26.08.2011/1004)

Conditions for recognition of inspection bodies

The control body shall meet the conditions for the operation of the different types of inspection bodies of SFS-EN ISO/IEC 17020. The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the application of the standard SFS-EN ISO/IEC 17020 in accordance with international obligations and acts of the European Union. The recognition of an inspection body shall, in addition, require:

(1) the institution is reliable;

(2) the institution is a registered legal entity in Finland;

(3) the activities carried out by the institution are separate from the activities of the control bodies;

(4) the institution is in a position to carry out the testing and inspections required by the inspection bodies in accordance with the provisions and regulations;

(5) the operation of the institution is organised in such a way that it is reasonably controllable;

(6) the institution has a reliable and appropriate system of maintenance and storage of documents relating to audit institutions.

(13/03/98)

In order to demonstrate compliance with the conditions referred to in paragraph 1, the control body carrying out the conformity assessment, re-evaluation or inspection of transportable pressure equipment shall be: The accreditation unit ( FINAS accreditation service ) Accredited as the type A or B of the standard referred to in paragraph 1. (17/04/915)

The control body shall inform it of any changes to the conditions of recognition to the authority responsible for the recognition of the control body.

The decree of the Council of State provides for the demonstration of the fulfilment of the conditions for the recognition of control bodies other than those referred to in paragraph 2, before the accreditation referred to in paragraph 2 shall be carried out by: Applications for recognition. The Government Decree also lays down more detailed provisions on the conditions for recognition of the control body.

Article 13f (12/122014/1095)

Execution of audit institutions

Where the control bodies perform the tasks referred to in Articles 13c (2) and (3) and Article 20 (2), they shall comply with the administrative law and the law of the authorities (18/09/1999) Provides. Language service obligations for inspection bodies are laid down in (2003) . However, in the case of a separate part of the institution referred to in Article 13e (1) (3) of this Act, the person in the service of the control body shall not be subject to the provisions of Article 28 (1) (4) of the Administrative Code. Is provided for.

The inspection body shall have an obligation to provide, within the limits of its activities, the services of the inspection services to all those who wish to do so. However, the obligation to provide services does not apply to the control body referred to in Article 13e (1) (3), which is a separate part of the institution's other activities.

Article 13g (9.2.2001)

Control of inspection bodies

The authority responsible for the recognition of the control body shall supervise the activities of the inspection bodies concerned. At least every five years, this authority shall verify that the control body continues to fulfil the conditions laid down for the recognition of the control body. (26.08.2011/1004)

The authority responsible for the recognition of an inspection body shall withdraw recognition of the control body if the institution no longer meets the conditions laid down or laid down. The Authority may also suspend or revoke the recognition of an inspection body or issue a warning to the institution or a written warning if the institution does not carry out the inspection tasks properly or otherwise acts in accordance with this law or , in contravention of the provisions or regulations adopted.

The inspection body shall demonstrate to the Authority periodically that it fulfils the conditions for recognition. The report on the operation of the inspection body and the tasks relating to the control of the Security and Chemicals Agency shall be laid down, where appropriate, by a Council Regulation. (21.12.2010/1282)

Article 13h (9.2.2001)

Notification of inspection bodies

Where appropriate, the recognition and withdrawal of an inspection body shall be notified to the Commission of the European Communities and to the countries of the European Union and the European Economic Area, as laid down in more detail by the Council Regulation.

Article 13i (13/03/98)

Registration

A transportable pressure device or tank which may pose a significant risk to humans, the environment or property shall be entered in the register kept by the Safety and Chemicals Agency. The decree of the Council of State may provide for more detailed provisions on registration and on which transportable pressure equipment and containers must be registered.

CHAPTER 4

Transport prohibitions and restrictions (8.4.2005/215)

ARTICLE 14

General ban on transport

If the dangerous substance is not classified, packaged and labelled in accordance with this law and in accordance with the provisions or regulations to be adopted pursuant thereto, or in the absence thereof, or in the case of dangerous substances The container or container for transport has been damaged, it is prohibited to carry it.

If, during transport, the deficiencies or negligence referred to in paragraph 1 and the lack or failure to comply may jeopardise the safety of the operations, the transport must be suspended as soon as possible. The interruption of transport shall take into account the hazards arising from the suspension, the possibility of locating the shipment and other general safety requirements. Transport shall not continue until the transport has been properly completed. If necessary, further provisions on the suspension of transport and further transport will be laid down by the Government Decree. (8.4.2005/215)

Article 14a (8.4.2005/215)

General transport restrictions

A dangerous substance shall not be transported if, in the light of the characteristic referred to in Article 3 (1) (1) of the substance, the transport presents a risk to humans, the environment or property which cannot be packaged or covered by the loading or loading Specific measures to combat.

The transport of radioactive and other hazardous substances shall be subject to prior authorisation or derogation in the event of a particularly serious risk to humans, the environment or property. The decision on the approval of transport and the decision on the derogation may be accompanied by conditions for the carriage and the transport of the substance intended to ensure the safety of the transport. The decree of the Council of State provides for more detailed provisions on the approval and exemption of transport and on the conditions attached to their application and their decision.

The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the substance or otherwise in detail on the substances referred to in paragraph 1, which may not be transported, for the substances referred to in paragraph 2, for which approval is required Or a derogation, as well as technical details relating to the application for approval and derogation, as well as the technical details of the other transport restrictions referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2. (13/03/98)

Article 14b (13/03/98)

Regional transport restrictions

The Transport Safety Agency may, on a reasoned proposal by the municipality, limit the transport of dangerous goods in a given area, on the road or on the road, where the transport there may pose a significant risk to people, to the environment or to property. When imposing a restriction, it is necessary to ensure that the possibilities for transporting dangerous goods are not restricted more than is necessary to prevent the risk of transport. The municipality must inform its territory of the restriction on its territory.

The Road Safety Agency may, on a proposal from the road, road or rail operator, limit the carriage of dangerous goods by road or rail in a particular tunnel, managed by a road, street or track operator, if the transport can pose a significant risk For human beings, the environment or property. The restriction shall be based on the applicant's submission, from the applicant to an independent institution carrying out a risk assessment of the tunnel, taking into account at least the safety factors as the transportable materials, the structure of the tunnel And equipment. Alternative routes available for transport must also be taken into account. The Transport Safety Agency may attach conditions to the restriction to ensure the safety of transport. The applicant shall be informed of the restriction of the area it manages.

The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the evaluation of hazards, the categories of substances subject to transport restrictions, the implementation of the restriction and other transport restrictions referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2.

§ 15 (9.2.2001)

Bans and restrictions imposed by the Authority

The supervisory authorities referred to in this Act shall have the right to prohibit the transport of a dangerous substance if it does not comply with the requirements of this law or of the provisions or regulations adopted pursuant to it, and to prescribe a dangerous substance in the first In a suitable place and place to be dismantled, unless the transport can be brought into conformity.

Where the Authority has taken the measure referred to in paragraph 1, it shall inform the consignor or the representative of the sender who shall immediately take possession of the goods.

Where the consignor or his representative is not sought, or if the consignor or his/her representative has not, in the time prescribed by the Authority, taken possession of the goods or handed it over to someone who is entitled to hold the goods, or where: The costs of managing the goods are not reasonably proportionate to the value of the goods, the State may claim the goods. If the State does not redeem the goods, the supervisory authority shall be entitled to sell or dispose of the goods, depending on the circumstances.

The sale of a commodity shall be organised by public auction or, failing that, by any other reliable means. The Authority shall, as far as possible, indicate the time and place of the sale to the right of the goods. The selling price, minus the goods by means of heavy charges and sales costs, shall be reserved for a period of one year from the date of sale. It then belongs to the Authority.

The disposal of the goods must be organised in an appropriate manner. The costs incurred in the destruction shall be borne by the sender. The statement by the Authority shall be enforceable without a judgment or decision.

CHAPTER 5

Control

ARTICLE 16 (9.2.2001)

Right to audit, information and research

The supervisory authorities referred to in this Act shall have the right to carry out checks necessary to monitor compliance with this law and the provisions adopted pursuant thereto, as well as to the control of dangerous substances. And their packaging and containers for the manufacture, storage, sale, fitting, repair, inspection, inspection, loading and transport of containers and containers, temporary storage sites and the means of transport carrying dangerous substances, and Take the necessary samples and conduct investigations. However, the inspection shall not be carried out at the place of home peace and the inspection of the means of transport shall not be extended to the premises used for housing, unless it is necessary to establish the facts which are the subject of an inspection. (8.4.2005/215)

The supervisory authorities referred to in this Act shall, without prejudice to the obligation of professional secrecy laid down by law or other law laid down by law, have the right to have access to this law and the provisions and provisions adopted pursuant to that law. Information necessary for monitoring compliance by the consignor, the transport provider, the owner of the packaging or container, the holder, the manufacturer, the installation or repair operation, the importer, the seller, the warehouse, the port, Aerodine or terminal operator, cargo handling services The port authority and the inspection body and the other which are subject to the obligations under this Act and the provisions adopted pursuant thereto. (8.4.2005/215)

The supervisory authorities referred to above shall also have the right to take samples and carry out investigations in such a way as to temporarily stop the transport if there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the transport of a dangerous substance does not comply with this law and its Of the European Parliament and of the Council. Before starting an investigation, the party shall, where possible, provide an opportunity to be heard. The findings shall be served on the party concerned.

Where the trader so requires, the sample referred to in paragraphs 1 and 3 shall be replaced by a fair price, unless the investigation finds that the goods are contrary to this law or to any provisions adopted pursuant to it. The costs incurred by the investigation and the sampling to the Authority shall be replaced by the person guilty of any fault or omission. (13/03/98)

The General Council Regulation, where appropriate, provides for more detailed information on the carrying out of the checks referred to in paragraph 1, on the inspection certificate, on the inspection posts and on the inspections. (8.4.2005/215)

Article 16a (26.08.2011/1004)

Supervision of packaging and containers

In the case of the Agency for Safety and Chemicals and for Radioactive Substances, the Radiation Security Centre shall ensure that packaging and containers for the transport of dangerous goods meet the requirements laid down in this law and under it. (13/03/98)

Where the Security and Chemicals Agency has taken action under Article 20 of the EU Accreditation and Market Surveillance Regulation, or it has reason to suspect that transportable pressure equipment poses a risk to human health or safety, or Property, it shall carry out an assessment of the transportable pressure equipment concerned. Where the Agency finds that the transportable pressure equipment does not comply with the requirements, it shall require the economic operator concerned to take all necessary corrective measures within a reasonable period of time. To bring the pressure device into conformity, withdraw from the market or recall it. The measures shall apply to all transportable pressure equipment made available by the economic operator to the European Economic Area market. The corrective measures shall apply as provided for in Article 21 of the EU Accreditation and Market Surveillance Regulation.

If the economic operator referred to in paragraph 2 does not take adequate corrective measures within the time set by the Security and Chemicals Agency, the Agency shall take the necessary provisional measures to prohibit the transportable pressure equipment Placing or restricting the placing on the market, removing pressure equipment from the market or organising a substitution drawback procedure. If, within a period of two months following receipt of the provisional measure, the European Commission or a Member State has not received a response to the provisional measure, or where the Commission concludes by the conclusion of the Union safeguard procedure The provisional measures taken in a State belonging to the European Economic Area shall be justified, the Security and Chemicals Agency shall ensure that appropriate restriction measures are applied to the non-compliant pressure equipment. To withdraw pressure equipment from the market. If, in the context of the safeguard procedure, the European Commission considers that the temporary measures taken in Finland are not justified, the Security and Chemicals Agency shall withdraw the measures.

Where, in the context of the assessment referred to in paragraph 2, the Agency finds that the transportable pressure equipment presents a risk to human health or safety or property, even if the pressure equipment complies with the requirements, the Agency shall: Shall require the economic operator to remedy deficiencies, remove pressure equipment from the market or organise the return of pressure equipment as provided for in the Directive on transportable pressure equipment. The measures shall apply to all transportable pressure equipment which the economic operator has placed on the eea market or used in the territory. If, in the context of the safeguard procedure, the European Commission considers that the measures to be taken in Finland under this paragraph are not justified, the Security and Chemicals Agency shall withdraw the requirement to implement the measures.

The Security and Chemicals Agency shall make the notifications referred to in Articles 30 to 32 of the Directive on transportable pressure equipment to the European Commission, to other States belonging to the European Economic Area and to the notified body Institution.

If any other container or container for the transport of dangerous goods other than the transportable pressure equipment does not meet the requirements laid down in Article 13a, the Safety and Chemicals Agency and the Radiation Security Centre may:

(1) prohibit, temporarily or permanently, the manufacture, marketing, sale and transfer of packaging or containers, and the transport of dangerous goods;

(2) require changes to be made to the packaging or container, or in the manufacture of such modifications, and to require compliance with the requirements;

(3) order the organisation of a refund procedure for packaging or containers;

(4) prescribe the disposal or otherwise of the packaging or container where the operations referred to in paragraphs 1 to 3 cannot be considered adequate for safety purposes;

(5) order the manufacturer, importer or vendor of the packaging or the container to publicly disclose the danger associated with the packaging or the container, or itself, to the detriment of the manufacturer, importer or vendor.

(13/03/98)

Article 16b (26.08.2011/1004)

Formal non-conformity of transportable pressure equipment

If the Safety and Chemicals Agency finds that the transportable pressure equipment has unduly affixed the conformity marking referred to in Article 13b (4) or not affixed, the technical documentation of the pressure device shall not be: The Agency shall require the relevant economic operator within a reasonable period of time to remedy the deficiencies. Where deficiencies are not remedied within the time limit, the Safety and Chemicals Agency shall take all necessary measures to restrict or prohibit the placing on the market of transportable pressure equipment, or to ensure that: The return of transportable pressure equipment to the market participant is arranged or the pressure device is withdrawn from the market.

§ 17 (21.5.1999)

Access to information from another authority

The Authority has a law on public access to public authorities (18/09/1999) , without prejudice to the right to obtain information from another authority which is necessary for the purposes of supervision.

§ 17a (13/03/98)

Official assistance

The police, Customs and the Border Guard shall, where appropriate, provide assistance to the supervisory authorities referred to in Article 6, in order to monitor and enforce compliance with this law and the provisions and regulations adopted pursuant to it.

CHAPTER 6

Forced remedies and sanctions

ARTICLE 18 (13/03/98)

Administrative coercive measures

Where the transport of dangerous goods does not comply with the instructions or conditions laid down by the Authority referred to in Article 6, or the permit conditions, the Authority may issue a written remark in respect of an error or omission.

The written note shall specify the error or omission and indicate the provisions on which the comment is based. The written note shall also indicate the time limit within which any errors or omissions must be corrected if it is not possible immediately.

The Authority may impose a periodic penalty payment or a threat of a penalty payment or a suspension or suspension of a prohibition or order under this law as in the case of the (1113/1990) Provides. In its decision, the Authority may order that it be followed in spite of the appeal.

§ 19 (24.5.2002)

Penalty provisions

The penalty, contrary to this law or the provisions adopted pursuant to it, or the offence of the carriage of dangerous goods by a criminal offence shall be governed by criminal law. (39/1889) in Chapter 44, Section 13 .

Penalty, contrary to this law or any provisions adopted pursuant to it, or provisions on the destruction of the environment Chapter 48 of the Criminal Code § 1 to 4.

Any violation of this law or of a provision adopted pursuant to it or a provision relating to a general or individual case, as referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2, shall be condemned: On the transport of dangerous goods Fine.

Any violation of a penalty or an obligation imposed by the penalty imposed by this law may be waived for the same offence.

CHAPTER 7

Appeals and enforcement (9.2.2001)

§ 20 (13/03/98)

Application for correction

On the basis of this law or a regulation adopted pursuant to this Act, the consignee of the driving licence may require the Transport Safety Agency to be corrected in such a way as in the administrative law (2003) , unless otherwise provided for in any other law.

If the inspection body refuses to demonstrate the conformity of the packaging or the container, or any other verification, the decision may be required by the control body as provided for in the Administrative Act. The decree of the Council of State may lay down more detailed provisions for the procedure to be followed in the inspection body.

In the case of VAK-Approval and VAT survey and the decision of the holder of an individual approval in the case of VAK-Approval, and in the case of the holder of the training authorisation holder referred to in Article 7d, a decision may be required A corrigendum to the Transport Safety Agency as provided for in the Administrative Act, except where otherwise provided for by law. (12/122014/1095)

ARTICLE 21 (13/03/98)

Appeals appeal

The decision to amend the requirement of amendment and any other decision under this Act shall be subject to appeal by the administrative court, as in the case of administrative law (18/06/1996) Provides.

Decision of the Administrative Court of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Parliament and of the Council on the withdrawal of the right of access to the VAKs and the right to carry out inspections, cancellation of a licence for road transport, withdrawal of the authorisation of the carriage of dangerous goods by air, dangerous substances The withdrawal of approval for the processing of air mail consignments, the cancellation of the training authorisation and the withdrawal of recognition of the recognition of an inspection body shall be subject to appeal in the form of a rule of administrative law Provides.

An appeal against any other decision of the administrative court may be lodged only if the Supreme Administrative Court grants an appeal.

§ 22 (8.4.2005/215)

Implementation

The decision to withdraw the authorisation pursuant to Article 9 (3), as well as a decision pursuant to Article 13g (2) and Articles 15 and 16a thereof, may provide that the decision must be complied with in spite of the appeal, unless: The appeal authority is otherwise determined.

CHAPTER 8

Miscellareous provisions

ARTICLE 23 (9.2.2001)

Disclosure of confidential information

In addition to what is provided for by the Law on the activities of the public authorities, the information provided for the secrecy of the tasks entrusted to it under this law may be disclosed:

(1) prosecuting and prosecuting authorities in order to prevent and investigate the crime;

(2) to other supervisory authorities and control bodies referred to in this law in order to carry out their duties;

(3) foreign control authorities and inspection bodies responsible for the transport of dangerous goods and for the international institutions to carry out these tasks.

The information referred to in paragraph 1 shall not, notwithstanding the provisions of confidentiality, be disclosed to the competent foreign authority and to the international institution concerning a uniform procedure for checks on the transport of dangerous goods by road Directive 95 /50/EC, as provided for in Council Directive 95 /50/EC, or a binding international agreement on Finland.

The police, customs and border guards may request the competent authority of the other State to implement the international agreement referred to in the second subparagraph of Article 7 (2) of the Directive referred to in Article 7 (2) of the Directive referred to in the second subparagraph of Article 7 (2) or Similar measures. (21.12.2010/1240)

§ 23a (8.4.2005/215)

Derogations

In the case of packaging and containers intended for the transport of other packaging and containers other than radioactive material, the Agency may grant an application in an individual case to promote the safety of the transport Where it considers it necessary to derogate from the provisions and provisions adopted pursuant to this Act. (21.12.2010/1282)

In the case of the transport of radioactive materials, the Radiation Security Centre may grant an exemption from the provisions and provisions adopted pursuant to this Act in order to promote the safety of the transport in an individual case by the conditions it deems necessary to promote the safety of the transport.

In cases other than those referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2, the Transport Safety Agency may grant an exemption from the provisions and provisions adopted pursuant to this Act in order to promote the safety of the transport. (13/03/98)

Derogations referred to in paragraphs 1 to 3 may be granted only if there is a particular need to derogate from the derogation or if compliance with the provisions or regulations causes significant inconvenience. In addition, the granting of the derogation requires that the required safety can be achieved by other means.

§ 23b (13/03/98)

Access to information by the authorities

The Ministry of Transport and Communications and the Transport Safety Agency shall have the right to information on dangerous goods dispatched, transported and received by dispatch, transport and reception of dangerous goods and Transport routes for research and statistical purposes related to risk management. Without prejudice to confidentiality rules, information may be disclosed to the Salvation and Controlling authorities for the purposes of civil protection and maintenance.

§ 23c (26.08.2011/1004)

Civil liability

To the person responsible for the further training referred to in Article 7d and to the person responsible for further training, in the course of further training, as well as for those tasks referred to in Article 13c (2), The provisions on criminal law offences are applicable. (12/122014/1095)

Liability for damages is governed by the law on damages (1999) .

Article 23d (12/122014/1095)

Environmental damage correction

The groundwater or water pollution caused by transport (1096/1996) Article 5a , the protection of the natural damage referred to in (527/2014) in Article 137 And Article 176 (2).

§ 24 (9.2.2001)

Specifications and provisions (13/03/98)

More detailed provisions on the implementation of this law are laid down by the Government Decree. (8.4.2005/215)

The Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the technical details of the transport of dangerous goods and temporary storage, relating to the classification, labelling, preparation of containers and packaging, Inspection, labelling, operation and approval, transport, loading and handling safety. (13/03/98)

In addition, the Finnish Transport Safety Agency may provide more detailed provisions on the transport of dangerous goods in terrain and island traffic. (13/03/98)

The Ministry of Defence may, by means of a decree from the Ministry of Defence, adopt provisions derogating from the provisions and provisions adopted under this Act, and A decision of the Ministry of Defence concerning individual cases. Where the transport takes place on a military vehicle, on board or on an aircraft, or in the case of other internal road, air, sea or inland waterway transport operations, the main headquarters shall, as specified by the Ministry of Defence Regulation , the right to adopt provisions derogating from the provisions adopted pursuant to this law.

In the case of dangerous goods carried on board or on an aircraft, the border guards have the right to issue provisions derogating from the provisions of this Act.

CHAPTER 9

Entry and transitional provisions

ARTICLE 25

Entry into force:

This Act shall enter into force on 1 September 1994. However, Article 12 (1) shall enter into force on 1 January 1995.

This law repeals the Law of 20 June 1974 on the transport of dangerous goods by road (510/74) However, the provisions on the transport of dangerous goods under Articles 12 and 17 of the abovementioned Act concerning the transport of dangerous goods pursuant to Articles 12 and 17 of that Act remain valid until 31 December 1994.

Regulations and regulations adopted under the previous law shall remain in force until such time as otherwise provided for under this Act.

Before the entry into force of this Act, measures may be taken to implement the law.

§ 26

Transitional provision

Prior to the entry into force of Article 12 (1) of this Act, the quantities of VAT licences issued shall remain valid until 31 December 1999 at the latest. The licence may be renewed in accordance with the provisions adopted pursuant to this Act.

THEY 74/94 , LIVM 6/94, Annex XIII to the EEA Agreement: Council Directive 89 /684/EEC, Decision of the EEA Joint Committee No 7/94., Annex XIII to the EEA Agreement: Council Directive 93 /75/EEC