The assertion 'Category A substances can be transported by courier under the exclusive motor vehicle exemption' is:

The assertion 'Category A substances can be transported by courier under the exclusive motor vehicle exemption' is:

• A. True
• B. Partly true
• C. Not applicable
• D. False

Answer: (D)

Category A infectious substances must be handled with the highest level of packaging, labeling, and documentation under IATA DGR. They require UN specification packaging, proper inner and outer packaging, absorbent, and, for transport by air, a Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods; the shipper must be trained and the shipment managed according to strict rules. The exclusive motor vehicle exemption is a limited allowance that applies only to certain dangerous goods moved in a single, dedicated vehicle with minimal handling, and it does not waive the requirements for Category A substances. Because of the inherent risk and the need for formal packaging and documentation, Category A substances cannot be transported by courier under that exemption.

Category A infectious substances must be handled with the highest level of packaging, labeling, and documentation under IATA DGR. They require UN specification packaging, proper inner and outer packaging, absorbent, and, for transport by air, a Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods; the shipper must be trained and the shipment managed according to strict rules. The exclusive motor vehicle exemption is a limited allowance that applies only to certain dangerous goods moved in a single, dedicated vehicle with minimal handling, and it does not waive the requirements for Category A substances. Because of the inherent risk and the need for formal packaging and documentation, Category A substances cannot be transported by courier under that exemption.