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7.1.1       Freight containers containers and some other types of CTUs (e.g. swap bodies for rail transport in Europe) require type approval. In addition, depending on the type, the verification of a periodic or continuous examination scheme might be required as well. A CTU requiring approval (and examination) and not bearing a valid approval plate is not suitable for transport (see subsection 8.2.1).

7.1.2       Freight containers and swap bodies showing serious defects in their structural components (e.g. top and bottom side rails, top and bottom end rails, door sills and header, floor cross members corner posts and corner fittings) may place persons into danger and are therefore not suitable for transport (see subsection 8.2.2).

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