Is there anyone else out there who finds the whole Dangerous Goods thing a joke?
I mean for instance, are you fully au fait with the latest details on packaging of Radioactive materials? Are you in the habit of getting into the hold with a Geiger counter and tape measure to check it complies?
Bet you aren't.
Yes, the old 'Captain is ultimately responsible' line...the company wants it's income...the handling agent is held blameless...so there's only one guy to blame...the one with the absolute least control over what the hell he's signing for!