Perishable Products Export Control Act, 1983 (Act No. 9 of 1983)RegulationsRegulations relating to the Export of Perishable Products, 2025 - effective July 2025Chapter 7: Certification of Equipment, Handling and Storage Facilities and Modes of TransportPart H: Rail Carriages38. Requirements for rail carriages |
| (1) | Every rail carriage shall have a valid registration and identification number. |
| (2) | All rail carriages and/or equipment to be utilised for the conveyance of any perishable product shall be cleaned to the satisfaction of the Board and may, during loading or process, be subject to a selective inspection and validation by a representative of the Board. |
| (3) | The following requirements shall apply to all such rail carriages and equipment: |
| (a) | All inside surfaces shall be clean, dry, free from flaking rust and paint, and taint free. |
| (b) | No signs of any previous perishable product, or rodent droppings, may be present. |
| (c) | All panels shall be in a good state of repair. |
| (d) | The external panels shall not be damaged in such a manner that the integrity of the carriage is affected. |
| (e) | All doors and loading hatches shall seal properly. |
| (f) | All doors shall open with ease, and be capable of being locked. |
| (g) | The rail generator shall, where applicable, have sufficient diesel and power supply and plugs to run all containers continuously. |