Dangerous Cargoes Act, 1953 (Act No. V of 1953).
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Type of law
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Abstract
The Act defines cargoes as dangerous according to what they are transporting, i.e. explosives, petroleum or other items as per the Government Stowage Instructions. It rules the safety measures to be taken in order to avoid explosion or fires when the vessels are moored in port.
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Long title of text
An Act to make further provision for the safety of ports in respect of the transit, working and storage of dangerous cargoes and matters incidental thereto.
Notes
Consolidated version of the Dangerous Cargoes Act, 1953 (Act No. V of 1953) as last amended by the Bangladesh Laws (Revision And Declaration) Act, 1973 (Act No. VIII of 1973).
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No