Which document certifies dangerous goods shipments, as issued by the shipper?

• A. Shipper's Declaration of Dangerous Goods
• B. Acceptance Checklist
• C. Written information provided to the pilot-in-command
• D. Any other applicable transport documents

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that the shipper’s own certification is the formal statement that a dangerous goods shipment complies with all applicable rules. The Shipper’s Declaration of Dangerous Goods is issued by the shipper (or their authorized agent) and attests that the goods have been properly described, classified, packaged, marked, and labeled, and that they are in proper condition for transport. It must be completed for shipments that require it and accompanies the cargo, so the carrier and authorities have a signed, dated confirmation of compliance. The declaration typically includes the UN number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group, quantity, and packing details, and it bears the shipper’s signature. Other documents like checklists or information provided to the flight crew exist to support safety and verification, but they do not serve as the certification of the shipment itself.