Hazcheck Validate Desktop
Powerful Dangerous Goods Validation. Wherever You Work.
Bring Hazcheck's sophisticated dangerous goods validation capabilities directly to your desktop.
Hazcheck Validate Desktop provides a locally installed solution for checking dangerous goods shipments, reviewing regulatory requirements, managing stowage and segregation, and producing relevant transport documentation.
Designed for shippers, freight forwarders, ferry operators and shipping lines, it combines established Hazcheck functionality within a modern desktop application.
Comprehensive Validation in a Desktop Application
Dangerous goods compliance requires access to reliable regulatory information and the ability to assess complex shipment requirements.
Hazcheck Validate Desktop brings specialist validation functionality into a locally installed application, providing a practical solution for organisations that prefer to run dangerous goods checking on their own computers rather than through a web browser.
The system combines functionality previously offered across Hazcheck Workstation, Professional and Enterprise into a consolidated desktop product.
Key Capabilities
Dangerous Goods Validation
Check declared dangerous goods information against applicable IMDG Code provisions and supported regulatory requirements.
Mixed Load Segregation
Assess relevant segregation requirements for dangerous goods carried together in a cargo transport unit.
Packaging Information
Access relevant packaging requirements and supporting regulatory information.
Vessel and Port Restrictions
Check applicable vessel and port restrictions to support cargo acceptance decisions.
Stowage and Segregation on Board
Support appropriate checks relating to stowage and segregation arrangements on vessels.
Multimodal Requirements
Check supported additional ADR and US 49 CFR requirements relevant to applicable shipments.
Dangerous Goods Documentation
Produce supported dangerous goods documents, manifests and operational reports.
Standalone Operation
Access relevant functionality through a locally installed desktop system.
Designed for Different Shipping Operations
Shippers and Freight Forwarders
Validate dangerous goods information, review relevant requirements and prepare transport documentation.
Ferry and Feeder Operators
Support cargo acceptance, vessel restrictions, stowage and segregation checks.
Shipping Lines
Use specialist dangerous goods validation functionality within operational and cargo planning processes.
Replacing Previous Hazcheck Desktop Products
Hazcheck Validate Desktop is the successor to Hazcheck Workstation, Hazcheck Professional and Hazcheck Enterprise, bringing established capabilities together within the current Hazcheck Validate product family. Existing customers can contact NCB Hazcheck to discuss the appropriate transition and licensing arrangements.
Supported by Hazcheck Expertise
Hazcheck Validate Desktop builds on more than 40 years of experience developing software for dangerous goods transport.
Its functionality reflects the regulatory knowledge and operational requirements of organisations working with dangerous goods every day. Explore the Hazcheck Validate family.
Trusted Validation, Available on Your Desktop
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Comprehensive Dangerous Goods Validation
Hazcheck Validate supports a wide range of regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance across:
- IMDG Code for international maritime transport.
- Combined IMDG, 49 CFR, and ADR for intermodal shipments.
- 49 CFR Domestic Carriage by Vessel for US-specific operations.
Its validation engine checks shipments against the latest supported regulatory requirements.
Dangerous Goods Declarations and Essential Reporting
Generate accurate and compliant Dangerous Goods Transport Documentation (DGD, DGN etc.) directly within Hazcheck Validate. Essential reports are tailored for:
- Shipment audits.
- Regulatory reviews.
- Internal reporting and operational transparency.
Stay organised and prepared with reports that keep your operations audit-ready and efficient.
Dangerous Goods Search
Access the information you need instantly with the Search feature:
- Search for any entry in the IMDG Code Dangerous Goods List, ADR Dangerous Goods List, and 49CFR 172.101 table
- Open links provided within an entry to show details on special provisions, packing instructions, emergency response information etc.
- Additional regulations to be added during 2025 including RID, ADN, Canada TDG
- View Hazcheck Search for more information
Customisable validation rules
Tailor Hazcheck Validate to your specific operational needs with customisable rules, allowing you to:
- Define and manage prohibitions and restrictions, and regulatory exclusions unique to your business.
- Restrictions such as port and vessel restrictions.
- Exclusions such as competent authority approvals.
- Ensure seamless integration of company-specific rules into compliance checks.
Shared Team Capabilities
Collaborate effectively and maintain consistency across teams with shared features, including:
- Saved Loads for recurring validations, allowing quick and accurate checks for repeat shipments.
- User Management to control access and maintain security within your organisation.
- Microsoft and Google Single Sign-On for seamless and secure user access.
- Company-Specific Custom Rules to manage restrictions, exclusions, and prohibitions tailored to your operations.
Perfect for teams working across multiple locations or managing complex compliance requirements.
Flexible and Advanced Connectivity Options
Hazcheck Validate integrates seamlessly into your workflows with multiple input and connectivity options:
- REST API for real-time integration with your existing systems.
- EDI Support, including IFTDGN (Dangerous Goods Notification) and IFTMBF (Booking Confirmation), for automated communication with supply chain partners.
- Intuitive User Interface for quick manual input, ideal for individual users and small teams.
These options make Hazcheck Validate accessible and efficient for businesses of all sizes.
Scalable for Every Business
Hazcheck Validate is designed to meet the needs of every organisation:
- Individual Users such as shippers who need a straightforward tool for occasional shipments.
- Small-to-Mid-Sized Teams requiring shared access, saved loads, and efficient user management.
- Large Enterprises managing complex workflows across multiple locations with the need for custom rules and advanced integration
Data Privacy and Security Best Practices
Your data is protected with the highest standards of privacy and security:
- Hosted by Major Cloud Providers: Hazcheck Validate leverages world-class infrastructure to deliver high availability, reliability, and performance.
- ISO 27001 Certified: Adherence to the internationally recognised standard for information security management ensures comprehensive safeguards for sensitive data.
- Advanced Data Privacy Measures: Compliance with global data protection regulations, including GDPR, guarantees your organisation’s information is handled responsibly.
- Secure Authentication: Features like Single Sign-On (SSO) and granular user management ensure only authorised personnel have access to your data.
With Hazcheck Validate, your data integrity, privacy, and security are always a top priority.
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