Shipment of hazardous materials (Dangerous Goods) is governed by United Nations and U.S. Government regulations. Risk Management Services and Research Laboratory Safety Services are the units designated to coordinate hazardous materials shipments and to assist university personnel with compliance requirements of applicable regulations. All shipments of hazardous materials originating from the University must be coordinated through one of the designated units as listed below. View the Hazardous Materials Transportation Security Plan.
| Type of Hazardous Material | Contact | Can be shipped by |
|---|---|---|
| All Hazardous Chemicals (non-radiological) | Risk Management Services RMS-Contact@arizona.edu 520-621-1790 | RMS Personnel Only |
| Infectious Substances, Other Biological Material and GMOs | Risk Management Services RMS-Contact@arizona.edu 520-621-1790 | Certified Research Staff* |
| Dry Ice Only | Risk Management Services RMS-Contact@arizona.edu 520-621-1790 | RMS Personnel or Certified Research Staff** |
| All Radiological Materials | Research Laboratory & Safety Services 520-626-5469 | Authorized Research Laboratory Safety Services Personnel Only |
*Shipping Infections Substances Certification Training is available in EDGE Learning.
**Shipping Dry Ice Certification Training is available in EDGE Learning.
Additional Information
- Shipping Resources and Documents
- Request CAT A Shipping Approval
- Contact us for assistance