Transport and storage of dangerous goods
Transporting dangerous goods
Storing dangerous goods in workplaces
Transporting dangerous goods
Certain conditions apply when the quantity of transported dangerous goods is above the exemption limits set out in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. The conditions include:
- separating foodstuffs from chemicals
- signs and equipment for the vehicle
- licensing for the driver and training in emergency procedures.
The federal Department of Transport and Regional Services provides information on the transport of dangerous goods.
Storing dangerous goods in workplaces
Requirements for the storage of dangerous goods in workplaces vary with the classes of dangerous goods and the volumes or amounts stored.
For example, under Division 3 of the Dangerous Goods Safety Management Regulation 2001 (PDF, 658 KB) there are licence requirements to store flammable or combustible liquids.
When storing dangerous goods in workplaces:
- Conduct a risk assessment and address the risks identified.
- Ensure labels are intact and legible.
- Use information about storage and compatibility information provided on the MSDS or label.
- Separate incompatible goods.
- Employ spill containment measures.
- Have appropriate personal protective equipment on hand like chemical gloves, boots, aprons and respirators.
- Have appropriate materials on hand to help with spills like fire fighting equipment, soil, water, absorbent pillows, lime or sand.
- Have emergency procedures in place.
The Department of Emergency Services has published Safe Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods: Guidelines for Industry.
Last updated 21 August 2008
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