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    • DANGEROUS GOODS ASSESSMENTS

    Dangerous Goods are an internationally recognised sub-set of hazardous materials. Dangerous Goods are acute and physico-chemical hazards that may threaten life, health, property or the environment in a single incident.

    Storage, handling and transport of dangerous goods are governed by Australian legislation and regulated in all States and Territories.

    Key elements of the Dangerous Goods Code include:

  • A classification system of nine major classes of dangerous goods based on the     principal hazard. These classifications are explosives (Class 1), flammable liquids     (Class 2), flammable solids, substances liable to spontaneous combustion and     substances that in contact with water emit flammable gasses (Class 4), oxidizing     substances and organic peroxides (Class 5), toxic and infectious substances     (Class 6), radioactive substances (Class 7), corrosive substance (Class 8) and     miscellaneous dangerous goods (Class 9).
  • A numbering system (UN numbers) which assists in rapid substance identification     in an emergency;
  • A system for identifying level of risk (Packing Group);
  • Approved, performance rated packages;
  • Hazard labelling and placarding;
  • Separation of incompatible materials;
  • Provision of emergency information.

    Important issues to consider are:

  • Does DG storage on site meet the appropriate requirements?
  • Is a DG manifest established and maintained on site?
  • Is there adequate separation from ignition sources?
  • Is ventilation adequate?
  • Is the premise secure from unauthorised access?
  • Is there an appropriate emergency plan in the event of fire or major spill?
  • Is there spill containment?
  • Are there adequate placarding, signs and labels?

    SERVICES AND EXPERIENCE

    Hibbs & Associates Pty Ltd personnel are highly qualified and experienced and can provide the following services to assist you in complying with the Dangerous Goods Code.

  • Assist employers to understand their legislative roles and     responsibilities in relation to dangerous goods
  • Compile dangerous goods manifest
  • Ensure MSDS's are current and in an approved Worksafe Australia     format
  • Conduct risk assessments
  • Implement control measures to reduce potential exposure to dangerous     goods
  • Assess the storage and handling of dangerous goods including     licensing/notification, separation, ventilation, spill containment and     security.
  • Assess the arrangements for transporting dangerous goods
  • Assess labelling and placarding of dangerous goods
  • Present Dangerous Goods training programs

    For further information regarding dangerous goods, please contact:

    Dan Le Van on 0419 239 720
    Philip Hibbs on 0418 356 784


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