Packages or overpacks containing dangerous goods must be inspected for signs of _______ ___ _______ upon unloading from aircraft.

• A. Damage or leakage
• B. Moisture or corrosion
• C. Tampering or mislabeling
• D. Breakage or rust

Answer: (A)

The key idea is checking that the packaging containing dangerous goods is still intact and capable of containing the contents during handling. When unloading from an aircraft, signs that the package has been compromised, such as visible damage or actual leakage, directly indicate a containment failure and potential hazard, so they demand immediate attention and appropriate action.

Other signs like moisture or corrosion may suggest deterioration over time but don’t prove a current breach of containment. Tampering or mislabeling relates to security or documentation rather than the physical integrity of the package on unloading. Breakage or rust reflect damage or corrosion, but they don’t as reliably indicate that dangerous contents are now leaking or could leak, which is the critical concern at that moment.