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Download or read book Packaging and Transportation Forensics written by S. Paul Singh and published by DEStech Publications, Inc. This book was released on 2015-03-30 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces laws affecting all phases of packaging and packaged productsCritical background on liabilities and lawsuits from actual or alleged defectsOutlines obligations and techniques for reducing risk, injury and damage claims Written by two of the world's leading packaging experts, this technical book investigates the laws and liabilities associated with manufacturing, labeling and shipping packages. The book combines an analysis of legal responsibilities with design and technical recommendations to reduce liability. Sections cover the regulations and hazards of transport via truck, rail, ship and aircraft. Case law and court decisions are used to illustrate strategies to lower the risk of accidents and thus forestall lawsuits and damage claims. Covers personal injury, intellectual property, labels, cargo loading, regulations (including CFR 49, FMCSR, CVSA, and hazardous materials), tamper-evidence, accessibility, disposal, environmental impacts and more.