Which job aid should be used to determine the classification for the Ebola Blood sample?

• A. IATA job aid
• B. ICAO guidance
• C. CDC guidelines
• D. DOT job aid

Answer: (A)

When shipping an Ebola blood sample by air, you need a tool that translates regulatory rules into a practical decision guide for classification. The IATA job aid is designed for this purpose. It provides a shipper-facing, step-by-step reference to determine whether the infectious substance is Category A or Category B, the correct UN number, and the appropriate packing instructions, all in line with the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. Airlines rely on this tool because it directly supports accurate, consistent classification for air transport of dangerous goods.

ICAO guidance underpins the broader regulatory framework, but it isn’t the specific, user-focused decision aid you use daily to classify goods for shipment. CDC guidelines cover biosafety and handling in the lab, not transport classification and packaging for air transport. DOT job aids pertain to ground transport within the United States and don’t address international air shipping classifications.