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title: Are You at Risk When Using a UN FIBC as a 'Self-Approved' Class 7 Type IP-1 Transport Package
description: Examining the risks of using a UN FIBC as a 'Self-Approved' Class 7 Type IP-1 Transport Package
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# [Are You at Risk When Using a UN FIBC as a 'Self-Approved' Class 7 Type IP-1 Transport Package](https://blog.pactecinc.com/happenings-uk/are-you-at-risk-when-using-a-un-fibc-as-a-self-approved-class-7-type-ip-1-transport-package)

 Written by [PacTec EPS, Ltd](https://blog.pactecinc.com/happenings-uk/author/pactec-eps-ltd) | Aug 31, 2022 7:13:25 PM

Along with Clare Irving from Centurion Radiation Safety, Mike Nichols penned an article for the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP), in their August 2022 newsletter. This piece explores the risks involving the use of a UN FIBC as a 'self-approved' class 7 Type IP-1 transport package. To read the article, see the link below

[Are You at Risk When Using a UN FIBC as a 'Self-Approved' Class 7 Type IP-1 Transport Package](https://blog.pactecinc.com/hubfs/Are%20You%20at%20Risk%20When%20Using%20a%20UN%20FIBC%20as%20a%20Self-Approved%20Class%207%20Type%20IP-1%20Transport%20Package.pdf)

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