Invasive pests - unit cleanliness pre-packing
Mud and vegetation harbour invasive pests, so it's important to ensure containers are clean prior to use.
This animation was developed in partnership with the Cargo Integrity Group.
Mud and vegetation harbour invasive pests, so it's important to ensure containers are clean prior to use.
This animation was developed in partnership with the Cargo Integrity Group.
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Date18/01/2022
18/01/2022
Ensuring containers are clean prior to loading is a crucial step in preventing the spread of invasive species
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Debris from the previous load may be contaminated, as can the cargo to be packed if this debris is not thoroughly cleared. To mitigate the risk, always clean inside of the unit before returning it to the supply chain and ensure the cargo to be packed is free from pests.
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