Clear rules on non‑transportable items help protect the team, clients, and property, while ensuring compliance with carrier requirements and applicable regulations. This section explains what cannot be handed over for transport with Moving You, why these restrictions exist, and how to prepare correctly for a move.
Safe Relocation: Policy on Non‑Transportable and Prohibited Items
Safe Relocation: Policy on Non‑Transportable and Prohibited Items
Goals and principles
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Prevent fires, leaks, poisonings, and property damage by excluding hazardous substances and items.
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Comply with carrier safety standards, insurance conditions, and regulations for dangerous goods.
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Communicate transparently: provide categories in advance so move planning remains simple and predictable.
| Category | Prohibited / Restricted Items | Conditions / Notes |
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| Explosive and Pyrotechnic Items | Fireworks, firecrackers, signal flares, primers | Absolutely prohibited |
| Flammable Liquids and Gases | Gasoline, acetone, solvents, propane-butane, pressurized cylinders, aerosols | Absolutely prohibited |
| Toxic, Corrosive, Oxidizing, and Radioactive Substances | Reagents, acids, alkalis | Absolutely prohibited |
| Weapons and Ammunition | Firearms, ammunition, stun devices, key weapon components | Absolutely prohibited |
| Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances | Drugs, potent medications without documentation | Absolutely prohibited |
| Batteries and Accumulators | Devices with liquid electrolytes | Allowed only with specialized packaging and prior approval |
| Compressed Gas and Paint Products | Food-grade gas cylinders, fire extinguishers, paints, varnishes | Allowed only if compliant with standards and with a safety data sheet |
| High-Value Items | Collections, antiques, jewelry | Recommended for personal carriage; extended liability and special packaging required if transported |
| Living Organisms and Biomaterials | Animals, insects, live plants, cut flowers | Not accepted under standard service; plants handled under separate instructions |
| Food and Perishables | Food products, perishables, temperature-sensitive goods | Not accepted under standard service; only self-transport in insulated containers |
| Cash and Documents | Cash, bank cards, IDs, stamps, keys, securities | Must be carried personally; keep in lockable personal organizer |
| Sharp, Heavy, or Magnetized Items | Items with sharp edges, construction equipment, magnetized materials | Accepted only with safe packaging, rigid fixation, and agreed dimensions |
| Liquids in Glass | Any liquid in glass containers | Only with enhanced cushioning, “This Side Up/Fragile” labels, and no leakage |
If an item is “in question”
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Share a list of questionable items with a Moving You manager in advance: specify composition, volume, container, and estimated value.
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Provide the safety data sheet (MSDS) or a photo of the label if needed, so the hazard class and alternative transport options can be assessed.
Alternatives and recommendations
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Drain hazardous liquids, dry containers, and mark them as empty — if odor or residue remains, acceptance is not possible.
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Dispose of gas cylinders and aerosols according to regulations or return them to the supplier.
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Replace chemical reagents and paints by purchasing new ones at the destination.
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Carry valuables, documents, and small electronics personally as hand luggage.
Right to refuse and responsibility
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Moving You reserves the right to refuse any item that poses a risk to people, fleet, or cargo, or violates carrier and insurer requirements.
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Submitting prohibited items without disclosure may cause loading delays, mandatory repacking at the customer’s expense, or cancellation of service.
How to prepare: customer checklist
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Audit contents: flag chemicals, aerosols, flammable liquids, batteries, weapons/ammunition.
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Compile a list of valuable and personal items for personal carriage.
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Check the garage, balcony, workshop, and bathroom — these areas most often contain restricted items.
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Send a list of questionable items to the manager 3–5 days before the move for approval.
Support and consultation
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The Moving You team helps convert “at‑risk” items into safe solutions: suggest alternative packing materials, advise on disposal options, and arrange tailored transport for non‑standard tasks.
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On request, a branded hazardous‑materials guide and a pre‑loading home inspection checklist can be provided.
This policy protects people and property and ensures predictable, dependable moving operations. The earlier questionable items are reviewed, the faster and safer loading and delivery will be with Moving You.
