Rules hazardous substances in Sweden

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Rules, supervision en investigation of Hazardous substances in Sweden

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• Rules for the transport of hazardous substances (ADR)
• Driving bans
• Regulations within the EU
• Validity of the EU certificate of competence

Is the ADR certificate valid within the EU?

1. Yes, it is valid in all contries that have signed the European agreement
2. No
3. Yes, valid all over the world.
4. No, the certicate is only valid in the Netherlands

Do trucks carrying hazardous substances have to keep driving on the right in Sweden?

1. No, that's not necessary
2. Yes, that is correct
3. Yes, only when visibilityis less than 50 meters
4. Yeah, always

Supervision & Investigation

Wich authorities in Sweden supervise the transport of hazardous substances by road & rail?

1. That's the MBS - Swedish Civil contingensies Agency
2. That's the TS -Swedish Transport Agency
3. That's the Swedish police
4. There are no authorities

For which permits is the Swedish police the competent authority?

1. Firearms permits: In many places, the police are responsible for issuing permits for individuals to own or carry firearms
2. Public events permits: The police may be involved in issuing permits for public events to ensure public safety and security during gatherings, parades, protests , or other large gatheringsz.
3. Permits for the loading and un oading of certain hazardous substances in a public place and reports of loading and unloading in a built-up area