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DANGEROUS GOODS STORAGE AND HANDLING

GUIDELINES

Contents

1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 32 Scope ....................................................................................................................................... 33 Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................ 4

3.1 Deans and Directors of Units .................................................................................... 43.2 Department Heads and Managers ............................................................................ 43.3 Employees ................................................................................................................ 4

4 Definitions ................................................................................................................................ 45 Implementation ......................................................................................................................... 56 Hazard Identification ................................................................................................................. 5

6.1 Determination of Dangerous Goods ......................................................................... 56.2 Dangerous Goods Classes ....................................................................................... 56.3 Manifest Requirements ............................................................................................. 6

7 Risk Assessment ...................................................................................................................... 67.1 Review of Risk Assessments .................................................................................... 77.2 Records of Risk Assessments .................................................................................. 7

8 Risk Control Strategies ............................................................................................................. 78.1 Stability and Interaction With Dangerous Goods ....................................................... 78.2 Preventing Interaction With Other Substances ......................................................... 88.3 Ignition Sources ........................................................................................................ 88.4 Emissions ................................................................................................................. 88.5 Contamination of Food and Personal Products ......................................................... 88.6 Containers for Dangerous Goods in Bulk .................................................................. 88.7 Containment of Spills ................................................................................................ 88.8 Transfer of Dangerous Goods .................................................................................. 88.9 Fire Protection, Spillage Controls and Ventilation ..................................................... 98.10 Planning for Emergencies ......................................................................................... 98.11 Safety Equipment and Safe Access .......................................................................... 98.12 Cleaning or Decommissioning Plant, Equipment and Containers ............................. 98.13

Placarding

.............................................................................................................. 10

8.14 Labelling ................................................................................................................. 108.15 Records .................................................................................................................. 10


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8.16 Storage ................................................................................................................... 118.17 Incident Management ............................................................................................. 118.18 Other Controls ........................................................................................................ 118.19 Operations of Storage and Handling in Small Quantities ........................................ 118.20 Monitoring and Review ........................................................................................... 12

9 Transport of Dangerous Goods .............................................................................................. 1210 Security Sensitive Dangerous Substances ............................................................................. 1211 Related documents ................................................................................................................. 1312 References ............................................................................................................................. 1313 Program evaluation ................................................................................................................ 1414 Version Control Table ............................................................................................................. 14Appendix 1: Notification Quantities ............................................................................................... 15


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Dangerous Goods Storage and Handling Guidelines


1 Introduction

Dangerous Goods (DG) are those substances or articles defined under the Australian DangerousGoods (ADG) Code as Class 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 or 9, goods too dangerous to be transported or C1combustible liquids. Licensing is required for specific substances in some of these classes.

Some common dangerous goods are petrol, LP gas, oxygen and acetylene cylinders, poolchlorine, some pesticides and weedicides, flammable solvents (i.e. methylated spirits, acetoneand turps), kerosene, some paints and glues, combustible liquids (diesel) acids and caustic soda,explosives, including fireworks and security sensitive ammonium nitrate.

There are nine classes of dangerous goods:

Class 1 ExplosivesClass 2 Gases (Flammable, Compressed/Non-Toxic, Poisonous)Class 3 Flammable LiquidsClass 4 Flammable SolidsClass 5 Oxidisers & Organic PeroxidesClass 6 Toxic SubstancesClass 7 Radioactive SubstancesClass 8 Corrosive SubstancesClass 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

It is possible for substances to display more than one characteristic, therefore these substanceswill display more than one class label. In those circumstances the substance will have a fullprimary class label and a subsidiary label which is less prominent that the primary.

To further assist with the identification of dangerous goods and their particular hazards, those of

class 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 are assigned to a packing group which represents the "level of danger" topersons exposed.

Packing groups: I = Great dangerII = Medium dangerIII = Minor danger

The United Nations have allocated a four digit UN Number to substances and articles to assist intheir identification, e.g. UN 1075 = LP Gas. To assist emergency services around the world aHAZCHEM Code has been developed which is a first response instruction which provides adviceon dealing with issues such as a fire or an environmental contamination situation involvingdangerous goods. For further details on UN Numbers and HAZCHEM Coding, reference should

be made to the current edition of the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.

These guidelines are based on specific legislative requirements as contained in the OHSRegulation 2001 andStorage and Handling of Dangerous Goods: Code of practice

2 Scope

.

This document provides guidelines on the storage and handling of dangerous goods including therequirement for notification to authorities when exceeding the threshold.
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3 Responsibilities

3.1 Deans and Directors of Units

Deans and directors of units have the responsibility to ensure that legislation relating to storageand handling of dangerous goods is implemented and that appropriate support strategies and

management plans are adopted according to the Universitys dangerous goods program andpractices.

3.2 Department Heads and Managers

Department heads and managers are responsible to implement legislation and dangerous goodsguidelines within their area of responsibility.

3.3 Employees

All employees are required to cooperate with the University and, in relation to the tasks that effectthem directly, contribute to the process of identification, assessment and control, and support

implementation of the legislation by participation in: risk assessment processes; consultation, and; training.

4 Definitions

Bunding Containment device for liquid storage

Cabinet Approved internal storage cabinet for a particular Dangerous Goods class

Class Classification applied to Dangerous Goods

Combustible C1 - substance having a flashpoint of >60.5oC and 150C

o

C

Dangerous Goods Substances or articles defined under the Australian Dangerous Goods(ADG) code as class 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 or 9, goods too dangerous to betransported or C1 combustible liquids

EPA Environment Protection Authority

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PG Packing Groups I, II or III

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

SSDS Security sensitive dangerous substances (SSDS) are any goods prescribedby the regulation as security sensitive dangerous substances, also referredto as explosive precursors.

UN Number The four digit number used to identify dangerous goods worldwide

WorkCover WorkCover Authority NSW

5 Implementation

These guidelines assist with the implementation of the requirements of the OHS Regulation andStorage and Handling of Dangerous Goods: Code of practice

6 Hazard Identification

. Further information regardingimplementation should be referred to the Code of Practice and associated standards.

It is essential to identify foreseeable hazards associated with any substance that is classified as adangerous good in order to enable an assessment of the risk and determine the requiredcontrols. The following details the process to identify dangerous goods within the University.

6.1 Determination of Dangerous Goods

It is necessary to identify those dangerous goods at the workplace together with any foreseeablehazards arising from the use, storage and handling of the product. This can occur through risk

management processes as per theRisk Management Guidelines.

This identification may include a stocktake to establish:

what items are stored; the method of storage; transport; how it is handled and used; who is in control; substance compatibility and separation; hazardous areas that is within, or arises from storage or handling.

A review of Material Safety Data Sheets will identify if there is a need to segregate substancesaccording to dangerous goods class. Source an MSDS from the supplier for the substance ifthere is not one available. Document the findings such as compiling an inventory to establishwhat is stored, handled and used (Chem Alert). Identify which of those substances are classifiedas a dangerous good or a hazardous substance. Further information on MSDS can be found intheHazardous Substances Guidelines.

6.2 Dangerous Goods Classes

Dangerous goods are divided into nine classes according to their dangerous properties. Classes1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 are further subdivided into sub-classes (eg 5.1, 5.2).

In addition, goods in Classes 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 are also organised into Packing Groups (PG) whichindicate the degree of danger (PG I - great danger, PG II - medium danger, PG III - minordanger).
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Dangerous goods in any quantity must be stored safely and in compliance with the OHS Act andassociated regulations. Dangerous goods above certain quantities must be notified toWorkCover.

6.3 Manifest Requirements

Each area using, introducing or producing hazardous substances or dangerous goods is

responsible to record these in the University manifest (Stock Holdings). Each of these productsmust also have relevant documentation including an MSDS.

The inventory should include:

Product trade name & United Nations number; Dangerous Goods Class & Packing Group; Typical & maximum quantities held & the package sizes and supplier details, and; Location of storage and point of use.

Quantities above the Manifest quantities outlined in Appendix 1 are to be in licensed stores,such as an approved storage cabinet, which is fitted with an internal bund to contain any spillage.

Flammables are to be stored away from ignition sources, and wherever possible avoid theinternal storage of flammable and poisonous gases.

Externally relocate gas cylinders and pipe supplies to point of use, and always secure gascylinders in an upright position.

WorkCover NSW is required to be notified for quantities exceeding the Manifest quantities asoutlined in Appendix 1.

7 Risk Assessment

Once the hazards associated with the storage of dangerous goods is identified a risk assessmentshould be undertaken to assess the level of risk of injury and then to implement risk controls inorder to maintain legislative requirements and provide safe workplace.

For the storage of dangerous goods below the manifest threshold outlined in Appendix 1 therequirements of the Code of Practice shall be implemented appropriately. Additionally the MSDSfor the dangerous good will act as the risk assessment for the storage, use and maintenance.Deviations from the requirements of the MSDS will need to be recorded through the riskassessment form.

Where the storage of dangerous goods is above the manifest quantity a documented riskassessment needs to be undertaken. The risk assessment will take into consideration the

following:

the quantity stored and in use; the extent of risk to people; the extent of risk to other substances, plant and buildings; factors contributing to the risk; types of controls required; priorities for implementing controls, and; identification of type of records required.

The risk assessment should reference the material safety data sheet to identify risks associatedwith each dangerous good and use theHazardous Substances Risk Assessment Form.

The risk assessment process should also include a site map to indicate storage locations &quantities for licensing with WorkCover.
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Eg Underground tank = 45,000 l of diesel at Buildings & Grounds compoundFlammable liquids roofed package store = 8,000 kg at building 31Corrosives Cabinet = 250 l & Toxic Substances Cabinet = 100 l in Room 5:34

Where a laboratory has a quantity of substances, but with no more than a few litres or kilos in anyone class, it is not necessary to notify WorkCover NSW. However, it is recommended that thelaboratory be marked on a map for internal use as being a facility that holds a quantity ofsubstances. A hazard warning sign must be displayed upon the laboratory doors (order formavailable from OHS website, laboratory safety)

Other issues to consider might include;

Spill response kits on hand, and PPE; Provision of appropriate fire protection and fighting equipment; Establish that containers are suitable and fully labelled (further information on labelling

can be found in theHazardous Substances Guidelines); Establish location of the Material Safety Data Sheets; Establish if and when personal monitoring or health surveillance takes place, and; Establish whether training has been provided to staff.

7.1 Review of Risk Assessments

Risk assessments regarding the storage and use of dangerous goods must be reviewed asdetailed in theUOW Risk Management Guidelines.

7.2 Records of Risk Assessments

Records must be kept of risk assessments developed in relation to the storage and handling ofdangerous goods. These records should be kept in accordance with theUOW OHS DocumentControl and Records Handling Guidelines.

Records of results of risk assessments regarding the storage and handling of substances shouldbe recorded by:

noting in the local manifest inventory if no specific control options are required to managethe risks associated with the storage or handling of the dangerous good, or;

preparing a report on the risk assessment if specific control options are required tomanage the risks associated with the storage or handling of the dangerous good.

8 Risk Control Strategies

The documented risk assessment should identify control measures to be implemented tominimise the risk to the lowest level as reasonably practical. Risk control must be achieved

following the hierarchy of controls. Elimination should be considered as a means to control therisk, the best way of achieving this is to remove the hazard. If this is not possible the risk must beminimised using one or more of the other control options from the hierarchy. Risk control is to beconducted in accordance with the UOWRisk Management Guidelines.

Consideration should be provided for the following subsections.

8.1 Stability and Interaction With Dangerous Goods

8.1.1 Stability of Dangerous Goods

Controls must be put in place to ensure dangerous goods do not inadvertently become unstable,decompose or change. Controls should ensure hazards are not created that are different from thehazard originally created by the dangerous goods, or increase the risk associated with thedangerous goods.
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If the stability of dangerous goods is dependent on the maintenance of levels of stabilisers, thoselevels must be maintained as specified by the manufacturer of the dangerous goods. Additionallyif the dangerous goods are required to be stored or handled with a particular temperature rangespecified by the manufacturer, they must be stored or handled within that temperature range.

8.2 Preventing Interaction With Other Substances

Provisions should be made to ensure dangerous goods that are not compatible with othersubstances (including other dangerous goods) are stored and handled separately from the othersubstances so that a loss of containment or any other interaction cannot cause a serious incident.

8.3 Ignition Sources

Provisions should be made to ensure any ignition sources in hazardous areas (as defined by thePermit to Work Guidelines) are eliminated and where this is not possible the risk should becontrolled as per the UOW Risk Management Guidelines. Ignition sources include but are notlimited to naked flames, static electricity, heat, sparks, internal combustion engines, heatedsurfaces electrical equipment, radio transmitters, mobile phones and oily material.

8.4 Emissions

Any atmospheric emissions (toxic, corrosive, flammable, explosive or asphyxiant) that poses arisk must be eliminated and where this is not possible the risk should be controlled as per theUOW Risk Management Guidelines.

8.5 Contamination of Food and Personal Products

Provisions should be made to ensure that dangerous goods cannot contaminate food, foodpackaging or personal use products.

8.6 Containers for Dangerous Goods in Bulk

Areas where dangerous goods stored in bulk must ensure that:

the container and any associated pipe work are provided with stable foundations andsupports, and;

any pipe work or equipment connected to the container is installed so as to preventexcessive stress on the container, pipe work or equipment, and;

the container and any associated pipe work are protected from deterioration.

8.7 Containment of Spills

Controls should be put in place to ensure any risk associated with spills and leaks fromdangerous goods are eliminated or controlled as per the UOW Risk Management Guidelines.

Additionally provisions should be put in place to ensure any spills or leaks are contained safelywithin the premises it has taken place as well as any effluent arising from an incident.

Any area or receptacle intended to contain spills or leaks must not be shared with any othersubstances, including other dangerous goods that are not compatible with the dangerous goodsto be contained. Bunding and draining into an underground sump or tank are examples ofcontainment controls.

8.8 Transfer of Dangerous Goods

Any risks associated with the transfer of Dangerous Goods must be eliminated and where this isnot possible the risk should be controlled as per the UOW Risk Management Guidelines. In

particular provisions should be made to:

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Ensure the suitability of pipe work, attachments and associated safety systems in areaswhere the risk elimination or control measures have been proposed.

8.9 Fire Protection, Spillage Controls and Ventilation

The need for fire protection and the appropriate fire protection system should be determined by arisk assessment. The fire protection system includes fire detection, fire suppression and fire

fighting equipment, which may be fixed or portable. The risk assessment should take into accountthe types and quantities of dangerous goods and other material and substances and how theyare stored and handled. Additionally, the risk assessment should consider the types andquantities of dangerous goods and other materials and substances in the area and the types ofincidents these could potentially cause. The fire protection system should be installed, tested andmaintained in accordance with legislative requirements.

Any spill or leak associated with Dangerous Goods in bulk or those that are packaged that posesa risk must be eliminated and where this is not possible the risk controls as per the RiskManagement Guidelines. Ensure spillage controls are in place to prevent or limit environmentalcontamination, and that ventilation is adequate for storage, handling and use. This may require aventilation survey.

Any atmospheric emissions from dangerous goods that are toxic, corrosive, flammable, explosiveor asphyxiate must be eliminated or, if that is not reasonably practicable, reduced so far as isreasonably practicable in accordance with theUOW Risk Management Guidelines.

8.10 Planning for Emergencies

The University has a procedure for dealing with hazardous material spills or leaks in theEmergency Management Procedures.

8.11 Safety Equipment and Safe Access

Safety equipment must be provided, maintained and accessible if it has been determined to berequired to control an identified risk in relation to the storage or handling of dangerous goods(including personal protective equipment and clean up equipment such as neutralisers,decontaminants and associated equipment). Additionally, a safe means of access to and fromand within any locations where dangerous goods are stored or handled must be provided andmaintained.

8.12 Cleaning or Decommissioning Plant, Equipment and Containers

Plant, equipment or containers that are to be disposed of must be made free from dangerousgoods or otherwise made safe. If dangerous goods have not been placed in or taken from theplant, equipment or container for a continuous period of 12 months they should be made free of

dangerous goods or otherwise made safe.

Provisions should be made if the dangerous goods container has been made free fromdangerous goods to ensure any references, signs symbols or warnings in regards to dangerousfoods it previously contained have been removed or obliterated.

If dangerous goods have not been put in or taken out of an underground, or partially undergroundor fully mounded tank (other than an LPG tank) any remaining dangerous goods must beremoved from the tank and abandon them in accordance with AS 1940. WorkCover must benotified within 7 days of the abandonment.

A regular cleaning program should be in place for those areas storing or handling dangerousgoods. This process should include the removing of dust deposits from exposed surfaces. Risksassociated with cleaning should be eliminated or controlled in accordance with the UOW RiskManagement Guidelines.
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8.13 Placarding

All dangerous goods in quantities exceeding the Placarding quantities are placarded with theappropriate warning signage as outlined in Appendix 1 appropriate to the class of goods beingstored. A placarding report is available for each storage location in Chem Alert. The OHS Unitwill review the manifest requirements according to Chem Alert to ensure placarding of buildingsand manifests are obtained appropriately on an annual basis.

8.13.1 Outer Warning Placards

HAZCHEM outer warning placarding as specified in the Code of Practice must be displayed atthe entrance of a premises that emergency services would use in the event of an emergency ifthe quantities of dangerous goods stored and handled at that premises exceeds the relevantquantities specified in the column headed Placarding quantity in the Table in section 13.

8.13.2 Other Placarding Requirements

The following should be placarded in accordance with the NSW OHS Regulation:

Containers or other forms of storage of dangerous goods in bulk; Locations of dangerous goods in bulk, and; Locations where packages are stored and handled.

8.14 Labelling

Each container that holds products is required to be labelled. This includes dangerous goodswhich are supplied to or produced by the University. The label must not be removed, defaced oraltered and should be replaced if damaged or hard to read.

Packaged dangerous goods should be labelled in accordance with the ADG Code. If labellingdoes not meet requirements of the ADG code provisions should be made to ensure theappropriate labelling is sought and assigned to the package.

Labelling is also required for containers or transfer systems storing dangerous goods.

8.14.1 Decanting

Hazardous substances that have been decanted are required to be labelled in accordance withthe UOW Hazardous Substance Guidelines.

8.15 Records

8.15.1 Induction and Training

Adequate training should be provided to persons who handle dangerous goods. TheOccupational Health and Safety Act also requires the provision of induction and training. Trainingshould meet the requirements set out in theUOW Training Guidelines.

8.15.2 Maintenance, Inspections & Repairs

Records should be kept to confirm that maintenance, inspections and repairs of storage areasand handling processes are regularly carried out.

8.15.3 Documentation

Any documents generated as part of this guideline must meet the requirements as set out in theOHS Document Control and Records Handling Guidelines.
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8.19.4 Separation

Dangerous Goods should be separated from people or property. Where barriers are used theseshould be impervious.

8.19.5 Ventilation

The generation of flammable or harmful atmospheric levels should be kept to a minimum usingadequate ventilation. The minimum ventilated area should be 1m2 for every 50m2

8.19.6 Fuel dispensing

of floor area.

Any self service fuel dispensing machine shall not be operated by a person under the ageof 16 years.

The driver of a vehicle being refuelled shall ensure that the vehicle is stopped before thefuel tank is opened

The driver of a vehicle being refuelled shall ensure the vehicle remains stopped while thefuel is being dispensed into the vehicle.

No smoking or any other ignition sources are allowed within 3 metres of any point wherefuel might be exposed, particularly when receiving or dispensing.

8.20 Monitoring and Review

Implemented controls should be reviewed to ensure that they are effective and minimising injury.This can be completed by inspecting the area or process and identifying if the controls aremaintained and working properly. The effectiveness of controls can also be reviewed byanalysing injuries and incidents which may have occurred.

Risk assessments must be reviewed as per theRisk Management Guidelinesand in addition, aminimum of at least once every 5 years.

9 Transport of Dangerous Goods

Dangerous goods during transport are subject to the regulations for road, rail, sea and airtransport. Dangerous goods transported by air must be packaged by a licences dangerousgoods handler.

Minor transport of Dangerous goods for purposes such as fieldwork, must comply with therelevant guidelines and MSDS including segregation from food stuffs, and as appropriatelabelling and signage.

Dangerous goods should not be transported within the cabin of the vehicle.

10 Security Sensitive Dangerous Substances

As per the NSW legislation, a licence is required to possess and store explosives and/or securitysensitive dangerous goods (SSDG). Under the new legislation, fertilizers and other ammoniumnitrate products that contain more than 45 per cent ammonium nitrate are designated SSDS, andtheir access and use is restricted. Those wishing to obtain a licence must satisfy a police andcommonwealth agencies national probity assessment.

It is now illegal to possess Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate (SSAN, includes any emulsion,gel, suspension or mixture with greater than 45% ammonium nitrate) without a licence.Exemptions are made for quantities less than 3kg which are being used for educational or

research purposes at a school, university or research institution.

There are a number of controls to be implemented for these types of substances. Further detailcan be found in the Security plan for storage and handling of explosives from WorkCover NSW.
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11 Related documents

Legislative Compliance Guidelines

OHS Risk Management Guidelines

Hazardous Substances Guidelines

Purchasing Materials and Substances

Consultation

12 References

OHS Act 2000 OHS Regulation 2001 Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods, Code of Practice Dangerous Goods (Gas Installation) Regulation 1998; Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Regulation 2009 Explosives Act 2003, NSW;

Explosives Regulation 2005; Storage and handling of explosives (including explosives precursors): Security plan; AS1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP Gas; AS1894:1997 The storage and handling of non-flammable cryogenic and refrigerated

liquids; AS1940:2004 The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids AS2022:2003

;Anhydrous ammonia - Storage and handling ;

AS 2030.1-2009 Gas cylinders General requirements; AS2030.2-1996 The verification, filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of cylinders

for the storage and transport of compressed gases - Cylinders for dissolved acetylene; AS2187.1-1998 Explosives Storage, transport and use Storage; AS2187.2 2006 Explosives Storage and Use Use of explosives; AS/NZS 2243.1:2005 Safety in Laboratories - Planning and Operational Aspects; AS/NZS 2243.2:2006 Safety in Laboratories Chemical Aspects; AS/NZS 2243.3:2002 Safety in Laboratories Microbiological Aspects and Containment; AS 2243.4-1998 Safety in Laboratories Ionizing Radiation; AS/NZS 2243.5:2004 Safety in Laboratories Non-ionizing Radiations Electromagnetic,

Sound and Ultrasound; AS 2243.6-1990 Safety in Laboratories Mechanical Aspects; AS2243.7-1991 Safety in Laboratories Electrical Aspects; AS/NZS 2243.8:2006 Safety in Laboratories Fume Cupboards; AS/NZS 2243.9 Safety in Laboratories Recirculating Fume Cabinets; AS/NZS 2243.10:2004 Safety in Laboratories Storage of Chemicals;

AS2381.1:2005

AS2507-1998 The storage and handling of agricultural and veterinary chemicals;

Electrical equipment for explosive gas atmospheres - Selection,installation and maintenance - General requirements

AS2714-2008The storage and handling of organic peroxides; AS2927:2001 Storage & handling of liquefied chlorine gas; AS3000:2007 Electrical installations(known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules); AS3780-2008 The storage & handling of Corrosive Substances AS3961-2005 The storage and handling of liquefied natural gas; AS4081:2001 AS4289-1995 Oxygen & acetylene gas reticulation systems;

The storage and handling of liquid and liquefied polyfunctional isocyanates;

AS4326-2008 The storage and handling of oxidising agents; AS4452:1997 The storage and handling of toxic substances.

Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008 (2004)]; The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road And (7 th Edition)

Vol.1;
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13 Program evaluation

In order to ensure that these guidelines continue to be effective and applicable to the University,the program will be reviewed regularly by the OH&S Unit and relevant stakeholders. Conditionswhich might warrant a review of the guidelines on a more frequent basis would include:

An injury or near miss resulting from storage and handling of dangerous goods; Incidents related to storage and handling of dangerous goods; Changes to legislation and associated standards; Employee or Employer concern.

Following completion of any review, the program will be revised and, if necessary, updated inorder to correct any deficiencies.

14 Version Control Table

Version

Control

Date

Released

Approved By Amendment

1 February 1999 Manager OHS Document updated2 January 2003 Manager OHS Scheduled review minor changes only.3 January 2005 Manager OHS Scheduled review minor changes only.4 May 2007 Manager OHS Document updated to reflect legislative requirements (Code

of Practice) and incorporate Dangerous Goods NotificationGuidelines 063.

5 April 2010 Manager OHS Scheduled review. Minor changes with alignment toNational Audit Tool requirements and Code of Practice.

6 August 2010 Manager OHS Document updated to incorporate the Personnel namechange to Human Resources Division.

7 March 2012 Manager OHS Rebrand


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Appendix 1: Notification Quantities

WorkCover must be notified where quantities of dangerous goods exceed those listed in thefollowing table as listed in the Code of Practice.

Item Description of dangerousgoods

Packing group Placard quantity Manifestquantity

1 Class 2Class 2.1 na 5,00 L 5,000 L

Class 2.2, Subsidiary risk 5.1 na 2,000 L 10,000 L

Class 2.3 na 50 L 500 L

Aerosols na 5,000 L 10,000 L

Cryogenic fluids na 1,000 L 10,000 L

2 Class, 3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2,6.1 or 8

I 50 kg or L 500 kg or L

II 2,50 kg or L 2,500 kg or L

III 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

Mixed packing groups in a single class withthe quantity of each packing group below thespecified quantity for the packing group

1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

3 Class 9 II 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

III 5,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

Mixed packing groups in class 9 with thequantity of each packing group below thespecified quantity for the packing group.

5,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

4 Mixed classes of dangerousgoods where none of the classes,types of Packing Groups presentexceeds the quantities specifiedfor the relevant quantity in item, 1,2, 3 of this table

na 5,000 kg or L(applies if theplacard quantity ofindividual class is5,000 kg/L)2,000 kg or l(applies if placrdquantity for all

classes is 2,000 kgor L

10,000 kg or L

5 C1 combustible liquids stored orhandled with fire risk dangerousgoods where none of the classes,types or Packing Groups presentexceeds the quantities in items 1,2, or 3 of this table.

na 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L

6 Goods too dangerous to betransported that are not kept in alaboratory

na Any quantity Any quantity

7 C1 combustible liquids in bulkstored and handled separately

from other dangerous goods

C1 combustible liquids stored andhandled in packages separatelyfrom other dangerous goods.

C1 combustible liquids in bulkand in packages stored andhandled separately from otherdangerous goods provided thequantity in bulk is 10,000 L orless.

na 10,000 L

50,000 L

50,000 L

100,000 L

100,000 L

100,000 L

dangerous goods storage and handling

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