Signage for Premises Storing Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods

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1 Signage for Premises Storing Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods Approved Code of Practice Under the HSNO Act 1996 HSNO CoP New Zealand Chemical Industry Council Inc. November 2004

2 ISBN New Zealand Chemical Industry Council Inc. PO Box 5069, Wellington, New Zealand Telephone: Facsimile: responsiblecarenz@nzcic.org.nz Web-site: Copyright 2004 All rights reserved. Except for normal review purposes, no part of this publication may be reproduced, utilised, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information, storage or retrieval system without the written permission of the Chief Executive, New Zealand Chemical Industry Council Inc.

3 Preface This Code of Practice (No. HSNO COP ) is approved pursuant to Sections 78 and 79 of the Hazardous Substance and New Organisms Act. The Environmental Risk Management Authority has delegated the power to approve Codes of Practice to the Chief Executive of the Authority, and this Code is approved in accordance with that delegation. It is confirmed that the requirements of Sections 78 and 79 have been met. Approval of the code is limited to those matters in the document that relate to legislative requirements under the HSNO Act and its Regulations. This code has been developed by the New Zealand Chemical Industry Council, and sets out means for meeting the performance requirements for signage to achieve compliance with the HSNO Act and its Regulations in respect of hazardous substances. This Code is of general applicability i.e. it is not limited to particular industries or groups of substances. Notice of approval of this Code has been published in the Gazette dated 23 September Pursuant to Section 80(1)(a) of the Act, the Code may be inspected on request at the Wellington office of ERMA New Zealand. Pursuant to Section 80(1)(b) of the Act, a copy of the Code is available for purchase from the New Zealand Chemical Industry Council (P O Box 5069, Wellington; website: at a price of $85 (plus gst) in either hard-copy or CD-ROM format. Approved this 20th day of September Bas Walker Chief Executive ERMA New Zealand November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice i -

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5 Preface Foreword Contents Glossary Explanatory Notes Acknowledgements Section Contents Page i ii iii-vi vii viii ix 1. SUMMARY OF BASIC REQUIREMENTS 1 2. INTRODUCTION Purpose Scope The HSNO Act (1996) and the Place of Codes of Practice Overview of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) 3 Regulations That Relate to Signage 2.5 Overview of the Hazardous Substances 4 (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 That Relate to Signage 2.6 Other Hazardous Substances Regulations With Relevance to Signage Signage Requirements for Substances Outside the Scope of the 5 HSNO Act (1996) 2.8 Target Audiences Hazard and Risk Best Practice Responsible Care 7 November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice iii -

6 2.12 How to Figure out the Signage Requirements 7 November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice iv -

7 3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Quantities Requiring Signage Identify That Hazardous Substances are Present The Hazardous Property, the General Type of Hazard 8 and Classification 3.4 Precautions Emergencies Comprehensibility and Clarity of Information Materials and Maintenance of Warning Signs Updating Warning Signs Examples Notes Concerning Best Practice WHERE SIGNAGE IS REQUIRED 4.1 Entrances Within Buildings, and Within Compartments of Buildings Fixed Bulk Containers/ Stationary Containers Process Tank (Vessel) Outside Process Building Tank Farms Outdoor Storage Areas Transit Depots Underground Tanks Vehicles on Premises 16 November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice v -

8 5. SPECIAL CASES 5.1 Designated Use Zone (Explosives) Transfer Zones (Explosives) Vertebrate Poisons Fumigation Exempt Laboratories Genetically Modified Organisms UN Dangerous Goods Class 2.2 Non-flammable, Non-Toxic Gases UN Dangerous Goods Class 3 Elevated Temperature UN Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Infectious Substances UN Dangerous Goods Class 7 Radioactive substances/materials UN Dangerous Goods Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances 20 and Articles 5.12 Manufactured Articles Hazardous Waste PERFORMANCE AUDITING 6.1 Inspections Compliance Auditing REFERENCES November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice vi -

9 Annexures Page Annex A Hazardous Substances Requiring a Warning Sign 24 Annex B Manufactured Articles and other Dangerous Goods Requiring a Warning Sign (in addition to those listed in Annex A) 26 Annex C Quantities Of Class 1 Substances That Trigger Requirements for A Designated Use Zone / Designated Transfer Zone 28 Annex D Hazard Pictograms 29 Annex E Examples of Warning Signs 37 Appendix 1: Explosives 38 Appendix 2: Flammable Gas (LPG) 39 Appendix 3: Flammable Liquids 40 Appendix 4: Flammable Solids Appendix 5: Flammable Solids 4.2 & Appendix 6: Oxidisers 43 Appendix 7: Toxics Appendix 8: Toxics Appendix 9: Corrosives 46 Appendix 10: Ecotoxics 47 Appendix 11: Mixed Classes 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 8 & 9 (HSNO) and 9 (UN) 48 Appendix 12: Diesel 49 Annex F How to Describe Precautions 50 Annex G Examples of Precautionary Pictograms 52 Annex H HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code 53 Annex J Positional Diagrams 57 Appendix 1: Typical Industrial Site 58 Appendix 2: Typical Industrial Site 59 Appendix 3: Compartmented Buildings 60 Appendix 4: Compartmented Buildings 61 Appendix 5: Compartmented Buildings 62 Appendix 6: Outdoor Storage 63 Annex K Underground Storage Tanks Warning Sign 64 Annex L Example of Sign for Designated Use Zone Explosives 65 Annex M Example of Sign for Vertebrate Poisons 66 Annex N Example of Sign for Exempt Laboratory Annex O 67 Example of Sign for Microbiological Laboratory 68 Annex P Example of Sign for Radioactive Materials 69 Annex Q Example of Sign for Site Fumigation 70 Annex R Model Checklist 71 Reader Response Form 73 November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice vii -

10 Glossary Bulk As defined in the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 1999 quantity exceeding 450 litres (liquid) or 400 kilos (solid) or 250 litres liquid capacity (gas), in a single container. Dangerous Goods As defined in the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods Dangerous Goods Class ERMA New Zealand Fixed Bulk Container General Degree of Hazard General Type of Hazard The Class to which a Dangerous Good has been assigned by the United Nations and described in Section 2 of NZS 5433: 1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land. Note there are some differences between Dangerous Goods Classes and HSNO Classes. Environmental Risk Management Authority New Zealand. A container that is fixed in one place. Same meaning as stationary bulk container, which is defined in the Stationary Container Systems Regulations. A general indication of the degree of hazard, e.g. high, medium, or low ; or UN Packing Group I, II, or III. For explosives, state both the hazard division and compatibility group. A general indication of the sub-class of the substance, e.g. dangerous when wet. For explosives, state both the hazard division and compatibility group. Globally Harmonised The Globally Harmonised System for Classification and Labelling of System (GHS) Chemicals. Hazard Pictogram A pictogram, of a type specified in NZS 5433:1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land, and the GHS. Hazardous Property An indication of the nature of the hazard, e.g. Class3, Flammable Liquid, as defined in the Hazardous Substances (Classification) Regulations 2001, Reg 5. Hazardous Substance As defined in Hazardous Substances & New Organisms Act The HSNO Act The Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 HAZCHEM Code, or the HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code: on Land, for HAZCHEM Codes. The emergency response action code described for hazardous substances and dangerous goods stored together, in bulk (e.g.3[y]e). Refer Appendix A and F, NZS 5433:1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods Place of Work Has the meaning given to that term by section 2(1) of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 Person in Charge In relation to a place of work, has the meaning as in Regulation 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1-5 Controls) Regulations shall Has the meaning that a requirement is mandatory, and thus reflects a legislative requirement. should Has the meaning that the provision is a recommendation, and is thus advisory only. In cases where it is impractical to use the word should, (such as in Annexes A and B), an * is used in place of should. Sign A board, plaque or other delineated space on which a combination of legend Warning Sign and symbolic shape is used to convey a message. Where the words warning sign are used, it means a sign in compliance with this code. It is a sign at premises holding hazardous substances, primarily intended to alert people that they are entering areas where hazardous substances are present. In most circumstances, the warning sign should comprise the elements listed in Section 2. Note, however, that there are additional requirements for specific types of hazardous substances and situations refer text. November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice vii -

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12 Explanatory Notes The following terms are defined in the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996: Container (Section 2) Emergency (Part IX) Section 135 Hazardous Substance (Section 2) Stationary Container (Section 2) The following terms are defined in the Hazardous Substances (Classification) Regulations 2001; Category (Regulation 6) Class (HSNO Class) Regulation 5 Corrosive Substance (Regulation 3) Ecotoxic Substance (Regulation 3) Explosive Substance (Regulation 3) Flammable Substance (Regulation 3) Hazard Classification (Regulation 4) Oxidising Substance (Regulation 3) Subclass (Regulation 6) Organic Peroxide (Regulation 3) Toxic Substance (Regulation 3) The following terms are defined in the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Control) Regulations 2001; Designated Transfer Zone (Regulation 11) Designated Use Zone (Regulation 11) Hazardous Substance Location (Regulation 3) Permanent Gas (Regulation 3) Person-in-Charge (Regulation 3) Transit Depot (Regulation 3) The following terms are defined in Regulation 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations 2001 Documentation General Degree of Hazard General Type of Hazardous Substance Information November 2004 HSNO Approved Code of Practice viii -

13 The following terms have the same meanings as defined in Regulation 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Packaging) Regulations 2001 Package Packaging Abbreviations: The following abbreviations are used in this Code: HSIR.xx regulation xx of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations 2001 HSEMR.xx regulation xx of the Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 HSC1-5CR.xx regulation xx of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations 2001 HSC689CR.xx regulation xx of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 6, 8 and 9 Controls) Regulations 2001 HSELR.xx regulation xx of the Hazardous Substances (Exempt Laboratories) Regulations 2001 Acknowledgements We gratefully acknowledge the contribution and support of the following: The Ministry for the Environment Sustainable Management Fund De Neefe Signing Systems Ltd Ken Rozell, Industry Consultant; and David Bewick, Bewick Associates. November 2004 HSNO Approved Code - of Practice ix-

14 Section 1. Summary of Basic Requirements Warning signs shall satisfy regulatory requirements and should: i) Be located where they will be noticed by persons entering the site where hazardous substances are located; ii) iii) iv) Advise that the site contains hazardous substances (e.g. by using the sign HAZCHEM); Describe the hazardous property and nature of the hazard(s) of each of the hazardous substances at the site. (For example, Self-reactive Flammable Solid by using the relevant Class pictograms); Describe the precautions necessary to prevent the unintended: Initiation of an explosive Ignition of a flammable substance; Combustion, Acceleration of a Fire or Thermal Decomposition involving an oxidising substance or organic peroxide (e.g. NO SMOKING, NO IGNITION SOURCES ) (v) vi) vii) NB: Provide advice to trained persons and the emergency service provider(s) specified in the emergency response plan, of the correct actions to be taken in an emergency (e.g. by using the HAZCHEM Code) Be easily understood; and Be able to be easily read at the specified distance under varying conditions. Refer to Sections 4 and 5 for additional special requirements

15 2. Introduction 2.1 Purpose 2.2 Scope The purpose of this Approved Code of Practice is to provide practical advice to those responsible for sites where hazardous substances are stored, to safeguard the persons involved and avoid any adverse effect on the environment, by demonstrating compliance with relevant legislation. The Code provides a means of compliance with the requirements relating to signage, in the various Hazardous Substances Regulations 2001, i.e. Identification, Emergency Management, Classes 1 to 5 Controls, Classes 6, 8 and 9 Controls, and Exempt Laboratories Regulations. The United Nations Globally Harmonised System of Hazard Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, known as the GHS, is to be implemented by New Zealand. Compliance with the GHS will impact on the use of hazardous substances in the workplace and will be reflected in each Approved Code of Practice. This Approved Code of Practice on Signage reflects a comprehensive hazard communication system, including Labelling and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), which complies with the GHS Specification. The Code applies to signage for premises (workplaces) where two types of substance are present: Those substances defined as Hazardous Substances in the HSNO legislation; and Other types of substances having the potential to harm people or the environment, such as infectious substances, radioactive materials, hazardous waste and other types of Dangerous Goods including Manufactured Articles. Other types of signs are required by different legislation e.g. the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, but only the signage related to Hazardous Substances or Dangerous Goods, are included in this Code. The Code is approved by ERMA as a code of practice under the HSNO Act only in respect of those matters applicable to the requirements of the Hazardous Substances Regulations (2001)

16 The Code is intended for premises where hazardous substances and dangerous goods are manufactured, stored, handled, or used. It is not intended for use in transport operations which are covered by NZS5433:1999. The Code does not apply to any fuel gas supplied or used in a distribution system, gas installation, or gas appliance subject to the Gas Act The HSNO Act and the Place of Codes of Practice The HSNO Hazardous Substances Regulations are designed, for the most part, to be performance- based ; that is, they specify desired outcomes without prescribing how to achieve them; and they do not require that a single specific means is used to comply with any regulation. This allows for variations in method and the use of more than one method to achieve the necessary level of control. Sometimes, best compliance solutions may not be self-evident. Anyone selecting a particular method and wishing to know for certain they comply with the regulatory requirements, faces a difficult choice. To overcome any confusion, the HSNO Act provides for Codes of Practice approved by ERMA New Zealand to identify acceptable solutions to comply with the specified regulatory requirements (Sections 78 and 79 of the Act). A code of practice is in essence a pre-approved method that will meet particular performance requirements in the Regulations. The approved code of practice provides users with some degree of prescription and assistance in meeting the control requirements by way of a preferred (but optional) method. Unless specifically required by the legislation, failure to follow a code of practice is not an offence under the HSNO legislation. However, implementing a relevant code of practice provides a defence to prosecution for failing to comply with a particular regulatory control requirement (Section 117(3) of the Act). It is anticipated this Code will be followed by manufacturers, importers, handlers, users and suppliers of hazardous substances and dangerous goods in New Zealand. 2.4 Overview of those Parts of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations that Relate to Signage The Identification Regulations require that sufficient information is provided with a hazardous substance to enable its safe use and management. The Identification Regulations cover labelling, documentation (Safety Data Sheets), and signage. This Code describes the signage requirements. Signage at a location where hazardous substances are present provides information that is necessary to ensure that people (including the emergency services) entering the location understand the hazards posed by substances and

17 take the appropriate precautions. Signage identifies categories of hazardous substances stored and, in certain circumstances, the individual hazardous substance

18 The Identification requirements relating to signage can be summarised in the following key points: a) Signage at every entrance to the premises containing greater than a specified quantity of hazardous substances, shall provide the following information: i. Advise that the location contains hazardous substances and ii. Describe the hazardous property and nature of the hazard(s)of the substance and iii. Describe the precautions needed to safely manage the substance (where the signage is immediately adjacent to the hazardous substance storage areas). b) The information provided in the signage shall meet the requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, namely: i. Be comprehensible (understandable) ii. Accurately communicates the specific requirements; i.e. the intended audience is able to understand the information presented and thereby take appropriate precautions when managing the substance; and iii. Be clearly visible and legible at a distance of 10 metres. 2.5 Overview of those parts of the Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 that Relate to Signage. Signage at all entrances to the premises containing greater than a specified quantity of hazardous substances, shall provide the following information: a) Identify appropriate emergency response agency(s) or personnel and the means of contacting them. This would generally be either the owner of the substance, the manager of the location and/or other prime external response agencies (such as the Fire Service and Police). b) Sufficient information to advise any of the trained persons and the emergency service provider(s) of the immediate emergency response actions for the hazardous substances present. One way of providing the emergency response information is by using the HAZCHEM code. This code comprises symbols that identify appropriate mitigation procedures in the case of fire or spillage and the requirements for personal and personnel safety. The information provided in the signage shall meet the requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as above

19 2.6 Other Hazardous Substances Regulations With Relevance to Signage Besides the Identification and Emergency Management Regulations, the following Regulations include additional requirements related to signage: Hazardous Substances (Classes 1-5 Controls) Regulations Hazardous Substances (Classes 6, 8, and 9 Controls) Regulations Hazardous Substances (Exempt Laboratories) Regulations Hazardous Substances (Tracking) Regulations While the Tracking Regulations do not require visual identification (i.e. label) of specified hazardous substances that require tracking, it is recommended signage should reflect those hazardous substances that are located on the premises. The sign will be of benefit to the emergency services, enforcement agencies, and Test Certifiers. (Refer D38 in Annex D). 2.7 Signage Requirements for Substances Outside the Scope of the HSNO Act The Code also includes signage requirements for substances and products outside the HSNO Act, but covered by related legislation such as the H&SE Act 1992 and the Land Transport Dangerous Goods Rule 1999; in particular: UN Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Infectious substances UN Dangerous Goods Class 7 Radioactive materials UN Dangerous Goods Class 9 Miscellaneous Substances and Articles (not covered by HSNO) Hazardous Waste Manufactured Articles (excluding Explosives) 2.8 Target Audiences Workplace Employers and employees need to know the hazards specific to the substances present in the workplace, together with the specific protective measures required to avoid any adverse effects. The hazards associated with stored chemicals are minimised by the containment (packaging) of the chemical, but in the case of an accident, workers and emergency responders need to know what mitigation measures are required. This information is provided initially through signage and labelling, then from the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which provides detailed information. The relevant sign should be able to be read at a distance, under varying conditions, e.g. rain, poor light, etc

20 Emergency Responders To facilitate an immediate effective response to incidents, Emergency Responders need accurate, comprehensive and clear information. Fire Fighters, Police and those first at the site of an incident need information that can be readily distinguished and correctly interpreted at a distance. Such personnel are trained to interpret graphical and coded information which is normally provided by signage. 2.9 Hazard and Risk Each element of the hazard classification and communication system, including signage, begins coverage with an assessment of the hazards posed by the chemical or chemical product involved. The degree of its capacity to harm depends on its intrinsic properties, i.e. its capacity to interfere with normal biological processes, and its capacity to burn, explode, corrode, etc. The concept of risk or the likelihood of harm occurring, and subsequently communication of that information, is introduced when exposure is considered in conjunction with the data regarding hazards. The basic approach to risk assessment is the simple formula: Hazard x Exposure = Risk Thus if either the hazard or the exposure can be minimised, the risk or likelihood of harm is also minimised. Successful hazard communication alerts the user to the presence of a hazard and the need to minimize exposures and the resulting risks. Each element of the hazard communication system includes both hazard and risk in some form. They vary in where and how they provide the information, and the level of detail they have regarding potential exposures Best Practice The Code represents Best Practice, and thus may require a higher standard of performance than that required by the Hazardous Substances Regulations. For example, this code recommends signage for substances of Classes , despite signage for these substances not being a regulatory requirement. Best Practice is shown by the use of the word should or an asterisk *. A mandatory requirement is shown by the use of the word shall. Refer Glossary

21 2.11 Responsible Care Best Practice is shown by the use of the word should or an asterisk*. A mandatory requirement is shown by the use of the word shall (refer Glossary) Flow Chart How to Figure Out Whether Signage is Required Step 1 Identify the substance and quantities involved, e.g. diesel, 10,000L tank. Step 2 Consider if any exemptions apply, e.g. fuel gas used in a distribution system. Step 3 Look up the hazard classification and controls on the ERMA New Zealand Register: (you may need to search alternative names for a substance). The Control codes can be found in the ERMA NZ User Guide to the HSNO Control Regulations, The Matrix. Note: There is usually more than 1 classification for each substance, e.g. diesel is classified as flammable, toxic, and ecotoxic (diesel classification: 3.1D, 6.1E, 6.3B, 6.7B, and 9.1B). Controls: Flammable Toxic Ecotoxic F11, F17, F2, F6 T1, T2, T4, T7 E1, E2, E6, E8 Identification I1, I3, I5, I8, I9, I11, I13, I16, I17, I18, I19, I21, I23, I25, I28, I29, and I30 Packaging Disposal Emergency Management P1, P13, P15, P3 D2, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8 EM1, EM4, EM6, EM7, EM8, EM9, EM10, EM11, EM12, EM13 If the I29 or EM13 controls are triggered, then signage is required, e.g. both I29 (HSIR 51&52) and EM13 (HSEMR42) are triggered for diesel. The I29 control relates to the identification requirements and EM13 relates to emergency management requirements. Step 4 For each Classification, identify whether the quantity thresholds are triggered (refer Annex A). If classification and quantity thresholds are triggered, signage is required. Note: quantity thresholds will vary for each classification, e.g. diesel triggers flammability (3.1D) signage requirements for quantities > 10,000L, and ecotoxicity (9.1B) signage requirements > 1000L. Thus for diesel, the ecotoxic classification and threshold of 1,000L triggers the signage requirement (refer Appendix 12 to Annex E). If more than one substance is being stored on that site, consider whether there are any conflicting requirements and which requirements take precedence, e.g. if one substance triggers 8.2B and another substance triggers 8.2C, then the 8.2B requirements shall be met

22 For a description of the detail that needs to be on the signage, see Section 3 and for the locations where signage is required, see Section General Requirements for Signage This section explains the regulatory requirements, and describes how to comply with them. 3.1 Quantities Requiring Signage Signage shall be provided at a premise when the quantity of any hazardous substance of a given hazard classification exceeds the amount specified in Annex A [Regulation 51 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations 2001 (HSIR.51 - refer Abbreviations, p.3 and Regulation 42 of the Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 HSEMR.42], and Annex B. 3.2 Identify that Hazardous Substances are Present The signage shall state that hazardous substances are present [HSIR.52]. For Class 1:Explosives, this requirement may be achieved through the use of the word EXPLOSIVES set out in Annex E, Appendix 1. For Classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9, this requirement may be achieved through the use of the word HAZCHEM (see the top line of examples given in Appendix 2-11 of Annex E) and/or the use of UN pictograms. 3.3 The Hazardous Property, The General Type of Hazard and Classification. The signage shall state the hazardous property involved and describe the general type of hazard and classification relating to each category of hazardous substance present [HSIR.52]. The hazardous property means an indication of the nature of the hazard, e.g. flammable. The general type of hazard or classification means a general indication of its sub-class, e.g. Class 4.3 dangerous when wet, whether given in words or other means. For explosives, general type of hazard basically means the hazard division and compatibility group

23 A means of complying with this requirement is as follows: For Explosives a) indicate that the substance is explosive by using either the word EXPLOSIVE or the pictograms appropriate to the sub-class or sub-classes of the explosives present, as per Annex D; and b) indicate the general type of hazard by providing the Hazard Division (subclass) ( ) and Compatibility Group (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, N, or S) of the particular type of explosive, together with a short phrase which briefly describes the general type of hazard. For example: EXPLOSIVE 1.1D Mass explosive hazard. Where more than one type of explosive is present, it is only necessary to display the hazard division and compatibility group for the most hazardous type. For flammable, oxidising, toxic, corrosive and eco-toxic substances: a) use the hazard pictograms appropriate to the Classes or sub-classes of the hazardous substances present; refer Annex D; (for the specification of hazard pictograms, please refer to NZS 5433:1999: Amendment No 1 or the GHS publication); or b) use the HSNO classification, together with a phrase which briefly describes the hazardous property and general type of the hazard, (e.g."class Flammable Solid ). NB: Class 9: there are differences between the classification criteria for HSNO Class 9 (Eco-toxic) and the UN Class 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods). 3.4 Precautionary Information For explosives, the signage shall describe precautions necessary to prevent unintended explosion. For flammable substances, the signage shall describe the precautions necessary to prevent unintended ignition. For oxidising substances or organic peroxides, the signage shall describe the precautions necessary to prevent unintended combustion, acceleration of a fire, or thermal decomposition. These precautionary statements on signage are required to be positioned at entrances to rooms or compartments where hazardous substances are located

24 within a building and also immediately adjacent to outdoor areas where hazardous substances are located (HSIR 52 (2) (4) ). They are not required to be positioned at the entrances to buildings or at site entrances. These requirements may be achieved by means of the examples given in Annex F and G. 3.5 Emergencies a) The signage shall advise the action to be taken in an emergency [Regulation 42 of the Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 (HSEMR.42)]. The Warning Sign should provide the minimum emergency information necessary in order for the emergency services to deal with a hazardous substances emergency at the site. Examples of meeting this requirement include: For explosives (i) the words: in an emergency, EVACUATE ; (ii) contact the emergency service provider (see below); For substances with flammable or oxidising properties contact emergency service providers (see below); (For bulk quantities only): refer HAZCHEM Code (refer Annex H); for example Acetone: 2[Y]E, Petrol 3[Y]E; For substances with toxic or biologically corrosive properties contact emergency service providers (see below) (For bulk quantities only): refer HAZCHEM Code (refer Annex H); for example Chlorine 2XE For substances with eco-toxic properties contact emergency service providers (see below); Protect waterways (ensure that drains are closed); b) Emergency service providers or responsible personnel should be identified, together with the means of contacting them. An example of how this may be achieved, is signage at the main entrance to the premises stating: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE or AMBULANCE Contact [the name of the company] dial [24 hr company contact phone

25 number] or For urgent technical advice call 0800 CHEMCALL (0800 CHEMCALL is the 24 hrs Emergency Response Service of the New Zealand Chemical Industry Council) or For eco-toxic substances: Call The Regional Council Pollution Response Service, phone [ ]. Refer also to examples in Annexes E1 E Comprehensibility and Clarity of Information Warning Signs following the examples given in this Code meet the HSNO requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as specified in Regulations 34(1) & (2), 35(1), (3) & (5) and 51(1), (2) and (3) of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations Signs shall be able to be read from a distance of not less than 10 metres. The specifications for signs are described below using Flammable Liquids as an example. Not all of these elements are required in all cases see Annex E. Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: 2. The HAZCHEM Code (for Bulk only): 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C Choose the codes from Annex H relevant to the substances present. The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. The pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 or in the GHS document and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length The pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 or in the GHS document and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4). The occupier should ensure that warning signs are displayed separately from any other notice or sign (e.g. advertising) so they cannot be obscured or confused with such other types of notices or signs

26 Signs should be illuminated at night. Signs should be positioned so that they are not obscured when doors are open. Signs should not be above doors where smoke could obscure signs. 3.7 Materials and Maintenance of Warning Signs Warning signs should be made of materials that are durable, resistant to sunlight, and which require minimal maintenance. Refer Appendix L in NZS5433: Updating Warning Signs An occupier shall revise a warning sign immediately if a change in the type, class or quantity of hazardous substance present requires different information to be displayed. 3.9 Examples Information useful in preparing Warning Signs is given in Annex E, Appendices Notes concerning Best Practice The HSNO Regulations do not require signage for the following classes/ subclasses of hazardous substances: Class 5.2G organic peroxides Class 6.1E acute toxic Class 6.3 skin irritant Class 6.4 eye irritant Class 6.5 sensitisers Class 6.6 mutagens Class 6.7 carcinogens Class 6.8 reproductive/ developmental Class 6.9 target organ/ system. However, since a hazard exists, best practice recommends that signage should be provided for these hazard sub-classes. Note, however, that where substances of both Classes 8.2 and 6.3 are stored together, and signage is required for class 8.2 substances, no signage should be given in relation to class

27 Similarly, where substances of both classes 8.3 and 6.4 are stored together, and signage is required for class 8.3 substances, no signage should be given in relation to class

28 4. Where Signage is Required This section provides examples of how to implement Sections in specific situations. 4.1 Entrances The signage required by Section 3.1 shall be positioned at every vehicular and pedestrian entrance to the premise where hazardous substances are located [HSIR.52(1)]. For retail fireworks and safety ammunition the signage is only required at the primary entrance points to the premises. [Hazardous Substances (Fireworks, Safety Ammunition, and other Explosives Transfer) Regulations 2003]. The warning sign should be sited so as to be clearly visible from all approaches. Refer Annex J. 4.2 Within Buildings and within Compartments of Buildings The signage required by Section 3.1 shall be positioned at every entrance to any compartment or room on the premise where hazardous substances are located [HSIR.52(2)]. Where an office forms part of a process or storage building and there is access to the process or storage area from the office, locate the Warning Sign at the entrance to the office, so as to be clearly visible from all approaches. See Appendix 1 to Annex J. Where a process or storage building does not have an attached office or there is no access from the office to the process or storage part of the building, the Warning Sign should be located at every entrance to the storage or process section of the building. See Appendix 2 to Annex J. For buildings with more than one compartment containing hazardous substances, Appendices 3-6 to Annex J indicate where the warning signs should be placed. 4.3 Fixed Bulk Containers/ Stationary Bulk Containers Where a hazardous substance is stored in the workplace in a fixed bulk container/ stationary container (a container that is fixed in one place), a Warning Sign shall be displayed on an outside surface of the container, giving the following information: the general type and general degree of hazard of the substance; (refer Glossary) ; and

29 precautionary information as per section 3.4, and Annex F [HSIR.29] and Annex G. Where the substances contained are of Classes 2, 3, or 4, the warning signs should state that ignition sources should be kept beyond a specified boundary (being the boundary of a Hazardous Atmosphere Zone established around the stationary container in accordance with Regulation 58 of the Hazardous Substances (Class 1 to 5 Control) Regulations 2001 and AS/NZS ). The warning sign should be located so that it is visible from all normal directions of approach. See Appendices 1 and 2, Annex J. The proper shipping name of the hazardous substance/dangerous good and its UN number should be included. In addition to the Warning Sign, the following information shall be permanent and legibly labelled and attached to the tank of a stationary bulk container (e.g. using a plate): i. Tank design specification (e.g. NZS/API 650) ii. Tank materials (e.g. grade, Class, type) iii. Name and address of the tank manufacturer iv. Date of manufacture of the tank v. Maximum and minimum design pressure vi. Maximum and minimum design temperature vii. Maximum density of any liquid to be contained in the tank viii. Maximum safe fill level for liquids and liquefiable gases and ix. An identifier linking the tank to the tank records and Tank Test Certificate All above ground pipe work which contains a hazardous substance shall have the following marking: Colour coded in accordance with AS1345; and Marked at intervals no greater than every 6m with the name of the material contained therein and the direction of flow, and wherever wall, ceiling or floor penetrations occur; and Where pipes are shorter than 6m in length such markings shall appear at least once along the length of the run. 4.4 Process Tank (Vessel) Outside Process Building Warning Signs as for fixed bulk containers/stationary containers described above are required. 4.5 Tank Farms

30 If every tank contains the same class of Hazardous Substances, locate a Warning Sign on each side of the bunded area so that the sign is visible to a person approaching from that direction. For large tank farms, more than one warning sign on each side may be required. Some tanks store one class of hazardous substances, while others store nonhazardous substances. If the quantity of hazardous substances is greater than that specified in Annex A, appropriate signage is still required. If unsure whether warning signs are needed or where they should be posted, advice is available from signage suppliers or the New Zealand Chemical Industry Council. 4.6 Outdoor Storage Areas The signage required by Section 3.1 shall be positioned at every vehicular and pedestrian access to any premise where hazardous substances are located in the open [HSIR.52(3)]. Where a hazardous substance is stored within an outdoor storage area at the workplace, (e.g. an outdoor drum or package storage area) a Warning Sign shall be displayed immediately adjacent to that storage area, but located so that it is visible along the normal approach to the storage area. Annex J (Appendices 1 and 2) depict the location of Warning Signs for outdoor storage areas at industrial sites. Appendix 6 to Annex J depicts the location for warning signs where the entire site is used solely for drums or freight containers. The signs need to be updated regularly, which could be achieved by computercontrolled electronic signs. 4.7 Transit Depots Transport terminals, marshalling areas and freight container storage areas containing hazardous substances, should display Signs for the substances which are present, at every vehicular and pedestrian access to the site. In addition, in areas for containment pending disposal of any leaked or spilled hazardous substance or damaged packages, transit depots shall display a warning sign for Classes 2, 3, 4, and 5 substances. 4.8 Underground Tanks

31 Where a hazardous substance is stored within an underground container (of greater capacity than Annex A), a Warning Sign should be displayed immediately above the tank (refer Annex K). In addition, as for storage tanks, the basic requirements summarised in Section 1 shall be met

32 4.9 Vehicles on Premises Bulk transport containers containing hazardous substances shall be placarded in accordance with the requirements of [HSIR.29(2)], namely the: (a) (b) (c) Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 1999; or Civil Aviation Act 1990 (Rule, Part 92); or Maritime Transport Act 1994, (Maritime Rule 24A). Vehicles placarded in accordance with the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 1999 automatically meet the HSNO signage requirements, (including when they are on a premise not on a public road). 5. Special Cases 5.1 Designated use zone (Explosives) Signage shall be displayed that: (i) (ii) warns that a substance is being detonated or deflagrated and that entry is prohibited; and is visible from any point 5m from the outer side of the perimeter of the designated use zone; [Regulation 32 of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1-5 Controls) Regulations 2001 (HSC1-5CR.32)]. The above requirements apply to any place where the amount of Class 1 substances being detonated or deflagrated in any one firing exceeds the quantities for the relevant classifications specified in Annex C. The above requirements do not apply to the use of a Class 1 category G substance in a pyrotechnic or special effects display. Annex L provides an example of how to achieve this requirement. Warning Signs consistent with the examples given in the Code meet the HSNO requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as specified in Part 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations Transfer zones (Explosives) (a) When explosives are being transferred from one type of transport to another, signage shall be displayed, warning of the danger from the presence of a Class 1 substance

33 (b) (c) The signage shall be visible from every point of access to the designated transfer zone; The above requirements do not apply if the amount of Class 1 substances present do not exceed the quantities for the relevant classifications specified in Annex C [HSC1-5CR.46], subject to variations made under the Transfer Regulations. (Refer Note in Annex C). Provision of the relevant hazard pictogram (refer Annex D) is an acceptable means of compliance with this requirement. Warning Signs consistent with the examples given in the Code meet the HSNO requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as specified in Part 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations Vertebrate Poisons a) At least 3 days before a substance is applied or laid outdoors as part of bait to inhibit reproduction, inhibit growth, or cause death in terrestrial vertebrates, signs shall be erected at every normal point of entry to the place where the substance is to be applied or laid. The 3-day requirement does not apply to substances applied on private land. b) The signs shall: i. identify the person who is applying or laying the substance, and provide sufficient information to enable the person to be contacted during normal business hours (i.e. day-time phone number); and ii. identify the substance and state that it is toxic to human beings and ecotoxic to other vertebrates; and iii. state the date on which the substance is to be applied or laid; c) The warning signs shall remain in place until either: i. For substances containing sodium fluoroacetate (1080) the substance has been retrieved from the place concerned, or the bait has ceased to be toxic, or until danger to dogs from dead carcasses (secondary poisoning) has diminished through decomposition. ii. For pastes containing cyanide, yellow phosphorus or DRC 1339: the substance has been retrieved from the place concerned, or

34 every bait has disintegrated or has been destroyed or a period of 1 month has elapsed from the date of application of the substance, whichever occurs first. iii. For cyanide pellets: the substance has been retrieved from the place concerned, or the pellet feeders have been removed. d) As soon as an erected notice ceases to be required on any land for the purpose of this regulation, the person by whom it is erected shall cause it to be removed. Annex N provides an example of how to achieve compliance with this requirement. Warning Signs consistent with the examples given in the Code meet the HSNO requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as specified in Part 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations Fumigation Warning Signs are required to control entry to buildings, ships, aircraft or other areas that have been fumigated. Refer Annex R for more details. Note that the current requirements come from the Fumigation Regulations These requirements may change when Fumigants are transferred from the transitional provisions of HSNO. 5.5 Exempt Laboratories All entrances to a laboratory to which regulation 6 or regulation 7 of the Hazardous Substances (Exempt Laboratories) Regulations 2001 applies, shall be clearly marked by warning signs indicating that only authorised persons are permitted inside the laboratory [Regulation 8 of the Hazardous Substances (Exempt Laboratories) Regulations 2001 (HSELR.8)]. A laboratory is defined as a vehicle, room, building, or any other structure set aside and equipped for scientific experiments or research, for teaching science, or for the development of chemical or medicinal products. These signs can be placed at the entrances to the building or to particular floors or rooms as appropriate. Annex O provides an example of how to achieve compliance with this requirement

35 Warning Signs consistent with the example given in the Code meet the HSNO requirements for comprehensibility and clarity, as specified in Part 3 of the Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations Genetically Modified Organisms [Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act, Third Schedule, Parts I & II]. All entrances to a containment facility established in accordance with requirements of the Third Schedule of the HSNO Act, for the development and field testing of genetically modified organisms, shall be clearly marked with warning signs warning that only authorised persons are permitted inside the facility. The controls for each approval are as specified by the ERMA. In many instances, this will be compliance with AS/NZS Safety in Laboratories, Part 3 Microbiology; Section 10.1 Signs. For GE micro-organisms, a prominent sign shall be displayed, stating that that facility or section of the facility is a Containment Facility, and that unauthorised entry is prohibited. Refer MAF standards of the series; The sign for general microbiological laboratories shall be in the format shown in Annex P; i.e. it shall show the Biological Hazard symbol and the Laboratory Containment Level. 5.7 UN Dangerous Goods Class 2.2 Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases* This category includes refrigerated liquids and gases, asphyxiants, cryogenic liquids (refrigerated liquid air), and compressed air. Premises holding quantities of UN Class 2.2 non-flammable, non-toxic gases should have warning signs alerting people that such substances are present. The warning signs should be in accordance with pictogram D8 given in Annex D. For example, where cryogenic substances are held, the sign should be that for refrigerated liquid gas i.e. Warning: contains refrigerated gas: may cause cryogenic burns and injuries. 5.8 UN Dangerous Goods Class 3 Elevated Temperature* In premises where the following substances are held at elevated temperature, the UN Class 3 flammable liquid Sign D10 in Annex D should be used. (i) Liquids offered for transport at temperatures above their flash point (classified by the UN as Class 3 dangerous goods);

36 (iii) Substances that are transported or offered for transport at elevated temperatures in a liquid state and which give off a flammable vapour at a temperature at or below the maximum transport temperature (classified by the UN as Class 3 dangerous goods). (iii) UN 3256 Elevated temperature liquid, flammable N.O.S. with flash point > 60.5C at or above its flash point; 5.9 UN Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Infectious Substances* Premises holding any quantities of infectious substances should have warning signs alerting people that such substances are present. The warning signs should be in accordance with the sign D25 given in Annex D. For more information refer NZS 4304: 2002 Management of Healthcare Waste UN Dangerous Goods Class 7 Radioactive Substances/ Materials* Each entrance or door or other point of access to any place where radioactive materials are stored or used, shall be marked with clearly visible warning signs, refer signs D28-D31, Annex D and Annex Q. [Regulation 12(2), and clauses (4) & (5) of the Second Schedule of the Radiation Protection Regulations 1982] UN Dangerous Goods Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances and Articles* There are a number of substances and articles classified by the UN as Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances and Articles that are not subject to the HSNO Act. These substances and articles are listed in Annex B. [Note that the HSNO Class 9 criteria are different from and more extensive in coverage than UN Class 9]. Premises holding any quantity greater than the trigger quantity of these articles and substances should have warning signs alerting people that such substances are present. The warning signs should be in accordance with the sign D35 shown in Annex D Manufactured Articles* Manufactured Articles (excluding Explosives) and other articles classified by the UN as Dangerous Goods are not subject to the HSNO Act

37 The signage to be used is as for the relevant UN Class listed in Annex B. For example, for Batteries, wet, filled with acid (UN 2794) - use the sign for Class 8 Corrosive (D32 in Annex D). Note that wet batteries are subject to the Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 1999, which classifies wet batteries as Class 8 Corrosive Hazardous Waste* Premises storing quantities greater than 10,000 litres or kilograms of Hazardous Waste not covered by the HSNO Act should be signed as for a hazardous substance, infectious substance, or radioactive substance, as appropriate

38 6. Performance Auditing 6.1 Inspections Conducting regular inspections is the responsibility of the Person in Charge of the site. Warning signs should be inspected regularly and reviewed whenever a new substance or process is introduced. 6.2 Compliance Auditing It is recommended the person responsible for compliance should carry out a periodic review, at least annually, of site signage, using the model checklist contained in Annex S. 7. References Legislation Building Act 1991 Building Regulations 1992 Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 Hazardous Substances (Identification) Regulations 2001 Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations 2001 Hazardous Substances (Classes 6, 8, and 9 Controls) Regulations 2001 Hazardous Substances (Exempt Laboratories) Regulations 2001 Hazardous Substances (Compressed Gases) Regulations 2004 Health & Safety in Employment Act 1992 Health & Safety in Employment Regulations 1995 Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods: 1999 Radiation Protection Regulations 1982 Resource Management Act 1991 Standards NZS/AS Safety Signs for the Occupational Environment AS Identification of the Contents of Pipes, Conduits and Ducts AS/NZS 2243:2002 Safety in Laboratories Part 3 Microbiological Aspects and Containment Facilities AS Appendix C -Method for Determining Indelibility of Print of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Labels for General Purpose Use BS 381C Specification for Colours for Identification, Coding, and Special Purposes AS/NZ 3833:1998 Storage and Handling of Mixed Classes of Dangerous Goods in Packages and Intermediate Bulk Containers NZS 4304:2002 Management of Health Care Waste

39 NZS 5433:1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land NZS 5433:1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land: Amendment No.1 BS :2002 Graphical symbols and signs. Safety signs, including fire safety signs. Signs with specific safety meanings. NZS 7702:1989 Specification for Colours for Identification, Coding, and Special Purposes (identical to BS381C) International Agreements Directive 92/32/EEC of The Council of the European Communities Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) United Nations, New York and Geneva, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) Recommendation on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations, Thirteenth revised edition, United Nations, New York and Geneva International Atomic Energy Agency Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials, 1973 Vienna; (known as the IAEA Regulations ) Bibliography Responsible Care Management System Manager s Handbook NZ Chemical Industry Council 1998 Safety with MERCK MERCK Signage Designbook DeNeefe Image Graphics Storage of Chemicals Guidance Notes Worksafe Australia

40 Annex ANNEXURES Page A Hazardous Substances Requiring a Warning Sign B Manufactured Articles and Other Dangerous Goods Requiring a Warning Sign C Quantities of Class 1 Substances that Trigger Requirements For a Designated Use Zone/Designated Transfer Zone 28 D Hazard Pictograms E Warning Signs Examples 37 Appendix 1 Class 1 Explosives 38 Appendix 2 Class 2.1 Flammable Gas (LPG) 39 Appendix 3 Class 3 Flammable Liquids 40 Appendix 4 Class Readily Combustible Solids 41 Class Self Reactive Flammable Solids Class Solid Desensitised Explosives Appendix 5 Class 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Substances 42 Class 4.3 Substances which when in contact with Water emit Flammable Gas Appendix 6 Class 5 Oxidisers 43 Appendix 7 Class 6.1 Toxics 44 Appendix 8 Class Toxics 45 Appendix 9 Class 8 Corrosives 46 Appendix 10 Class 9 Ecotoxics 47 Appendix 11 Mixed Classes 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 8 & 9 (HSNO) & 9 (UN) 48 Appendix 12 Diesel 49 F How to Describe Precautions G Examples of Precautionary Pictograms 52 H HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code J Positional Diagrams 57 Appendix 1 Typical Industrial Site Internal Office 58 Appendix 2 Typical Industrial Site External Office 59 Appendix 3 Typical Compartmentalized Building - Different DG Classes in each Section (Layout 1) 60 Appendix 4 Typical Compartmentalised Building Different DG Classes in each Section (Layout 2) 61 Appendix 5 Typical Compartmentalised Building Different DG Classes in each Section (Layout 3) 62 Appendix 6 Outdoor Storage Area 63 K Underground Storage Tanks 64 L Explosives Designated Use Zone

41 M Sign for Vertebrate Poisons 66 N Sign for Exempt Laboratory 67 O Signs for Microbiological Laboratory 68 P Sign for Radioactive Materials 69 Q Sign for Site Fumigation 70 R Model Checklist ANNEX A Hazardous Substances Requiring a Warning Sign Property Hazard Classification Trigger Quantity Explosiveness Fireworks [Shop retail fireworks) 1,000 kg (gross weight) Safety ammunition, including primers and pre-primed 10,000kg (gross weight) cartridges of Class 1.4S Airbag initiators and seatbelt pre-tensioners of class 5,000 kg (gross weight) 1.4G or 1.4S Cutters, cable, explosive of class 1.4S (UN 0070) 5,000 kg (gross weight) Cartridges, power device of class 1.4S (UN 0323) 5,000 kg (gross weight) Signal/shock tube of class 1.4S (UN 0349) 5,000 kg (gross weight) Cassette degradation devices of class 1.4S (UN 0432) 5,000 kg (gross weight) Propellant powders of hazard classification 1.3C (UN 0161 and 0499) and 1.1C (UN 0160), gunpowder of hazard classification 1.1D (UN 0027), and substances of hazard classification 1.3G, 1.4G and 1.4S not listed above 50kg All remaining explosive hazard classifications Any quantity Flammability Gas: 2.1.1A 250 kg non-permanent 100 m 3 permanent Gas: 2.1.1B 500 kg non-permanent 200 m 3 permanent Aerosol: 2.1.2A 3000 L aggregate water capacity Flammable Liquids: Liquid Desensitised Explosives: Readily Combustible Solids: Self-Reactive Flammable Solids: Solid Desensitised Explosives: 3.1A 3.1B 3.1C 3.1D 3.2A 3.2B 3.2C 4.1.1A 4.1.1B A & B C & D E, F & G 4.1.3A 4.1.3B 4.1.3C 50 litres 250 litres 1000 litres 10,000 litres 50 litres 250 litres 1000 litres 250 kg 1000 kg 50 kg/50 litres 250 kg/250 litres 1000 kg/1000 litres 50 kg/50 litres 250 kg/250 litres 1000 kg/1000 litres

42 Property Hazard Classification Trigger Quantity Spontaneously Combustible: Capacity to Oxidise Dangerous When Wet 4.2A solid 4.2A liquid 4.2B solid 4.2B liquid 4.2C solid 4.2C liquid 4.3A 4.3B 4.3C Solids and liquids: 5.1.1A Solids and liquids: 5.1.1B Solids and liquids: 5.1.1C Gases: 5.1.2A Organic peroxides: 5.2A, 5.2B Organic peroxides: 5.2C, 5.2D, 5.2E, 5.2F Organic peroxides: 5.2G* 50 kg 50 litres 250 kg 250 litres 1000 kg 1000 litres 50 kg 250 kg 1000 kg 50 kg solids 50 litres liquids 500 kg solids 500 litres liquids 1000 kg solids 1000 litres liquids 250 kg non-permanent 500 m 3 permanent 1 kg/litre 10 kg/litres 10,000 kg solids* 10,000 litres liquids* Toxicity 6.1A 50 kg solids 50 litres liquids 6.1B 250 kg solids 250 litres liquids 6.1C 1000 kg solids 1000 litres liquids 6.1D kg solids litres liquids Gases: 6.1A, 6.1B, 6.1C 6.1E* Skin Irritant 6.3A*- B*; Eye Irritant 6.4A*; Sensitisation 6.5A*, B*; Mutagen 6.6A*, B*; Carcinogen 6.7A*, B*; Reproductive/ developmental 6.8A*, B* C*; Target organ/system 6.9A*, B*; 5 kg non-permanent 2.5 m 3 permanent 10,000 kg solids* 10,000 litres liquids* 10,000 kg solids* 10,000 litres liquids* Corrosiveness 8.1A 1000 kg solids 1000 litres liquids 8.2A 50 kg solids 50 litres liquids 5 kg non-permanent (gas) 2.5 m 3 permanent (gas) 8.2B 250 kg solids 250 litres liquids 50kg/25m 3 (gas) 8.2C, 8.3A 1000 kg solids 1000 litres liquids Ecotoxicity 9.1A, 9.2A, 9.3A, 9.4A 100 kg solids 9.1B, 9.1C, 9.2B, 9.2C, 9.3B, 9.4B, 9.4C 9.1D, 9.2D, 9.3C 100 litres liquids 1000 kg solids 1000 litres liquids kg solids litres liquids

43 * Note hazard classifications marked * denote Best Practice in providing a Warning Sign (refer should in Glossary, p.vi)

44 ANNEX B Manufactured Articles and other Dangerous Goods, Requiring a Warning Sign [In addition to those listed in Annex A] Description UNDG UN No Trigger Quantity Class Accumulators, electric ,000 kg Accumulators, electric , 10,000 kg 2795, 2800, 3028 Air bag modules, pyrotechnic ,000 kg Aircraft evacuation slides ,000 kg Aircraft hydraulic power unit fuel tank (anhydrous hydrazine & ,000 kg methyl hydrazine) Aircraft survival kits ,000 kg Air, refrigerated liquid ,000 kg Aluminium Borohydride in devices ,000 kg Articles, pressurised hydraulic or pneumatic (containing nonflammable ,000 kg gas) Batteries, containing sodium ,000 kg Batteries, containing Potassium Hydroxide ,000 kg Batteries, wet, filled with acid ,000 kg Batteries, wet, filled with alkali ,000 kg Batteries, wet, non-spillable ,000 kg or litres Battery powered equipment ,000 kg Battery powered vehicle ,000 kg Castor beans, meal, pomace or flake ,000 kg Cells containing Sodium ,000 kg Chemical kit ,000 kg Devices, small, hydrocarbon gas-powered ,000 kg Dry Ice ,000 kg Elevated temperature liquid N.O.S. at or above 100C & below ,000 kg its flash point Elevated temperature liquid, flammable N.O.S. with flash point ,000 kg > 60.5C at or above its flash point Elevated temperature solid N.O.S. at or above 240C ,000 kg Engines, Internal Combustion ,000 kg Fabrics or fibres, animal, N.O.S. with oil; ,000 kg Fabrics or fibres, synthetic N.O.S. with oil; ,000 kg Fabrics or fibres, vegetable N.O.S., with oil ,000 kg Fabrics or fibres impregnated with weakly nitrated nitrocellulose ,000 kg N.O.S Fire extinguisher charges ,000 kg Fire extinguisher with compressed or liquefied gas ,000 kg Firelighters, solid with flammable liquid ,000 kg First Aid kit kg Genetically Modified Micro-organisms As specified in ERMA Approval; India rubber ,000 kg

45 Description UNDG UN No Trigger Quantity Class Infectious Substances , 10,000 kg 2900, 3291 Life-saving appliances, not self-inflating ,000 kg Life-saving appliances, self-inflating ,000 kg Lithium batteries ,000 kg Lithium batteries contained in equipment ,000 kg Lithium batteries packed with equipment ,000 kg Medicine, liquid, toxic, N.O.S ,000 kg Medicine, solid, toxic, N.O.S ,000 kg Plastic moulding compound ,000 kg Radioactive Substances and Articles 7 Various As specified by the Radiation Protection Regulations Refrigerating machines ,000 kg Refrigerating machines ,000 kg Rubber scrap, rubber shoddy ,000 kg Seat belt pre-tensioners, pyrotechnic ,000 kg Waste Dangerous Goods Various As for an hazardous substance of comparable properties refer Annex A This Annex lists products and manufactured articles and proper shipping names, of goods that are classified as UN Dangerous Goods. Items in this list have the status of Best Practice and should have signs

46 ANNEX C Quantities of Class 1 Substances that Trigger Requirements for: Designated Use Zone Designated Transfer Zone Hazard classification 1.1B, 1.2B, and 1.4B Trigger Quantity (Net Explosive Quantity) 5 kg 1.1 (other than 1.1B or 1.1C), 1.2, and kg 1.1C and 1.3 (other than 1.3G) 100 kg 1.3G and 1.4 (other than 1.4S) 200 kg 1.4S 1000 kg Retail Fireworks (as defined in the Act) 10,000 kg (gross weight) * Safety Ammunition (and components) of Class 1.4S 25,000 kg (gross weight) Note: * Does not apply in the case of Designated Use Zone see amended Reg 32 of Class 1-5 Controls Regulations. Does not apply in the case of Designated Transfer Zone for fireworks or safety ammunition. (See Schedules 4 and 5 of the Explosives Transfer Regulations). That is, signage requirements of Designated Use Zone do not apply to ammunition; and Signage requirements of Designated Transfer Zone do not apply to retail fireworks or ammunition

47 ANNEX D Hazard Pictograms Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D1 1.1, 1.2, 1.3. (UN Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3) Insert division (1.1, 1.2, or 1.3), and compatibility group above the 1 D2 1.4 (UN Division 1.4) D3 1.5D (UN Division 1.5) D4 1.6N (UN Division 1.6) D A Flammable gases (UN Class 2.1) Extremely flammable gas

48 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D B Flammable gases D A Flammable aerosols (UN Class 2.1) FLAMMABLE GAS Flammable aerosol D8 UN Class 2.2*: Gases under pressure: Compressed Gas; High pressure Liquefied gas; Low pressure Liquefied gas; Dissolved gas; & Refrigerated liquefied gas D9 UN Class 2.3 Toxic Gas (Refer HSNO Class 6.1A, B & C acute toxic; where the substance is a gas) D10 3.1A, B & C Flammable liquid (UN Class 3) 3.1A Extremely flammable liquid 3.1B Highly flammable liquid 3.1C Flammable liquid

49 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D11 3.1D Flammable liquid D12 3.2A, B & C Liquid desensitised explosive (UN Class 3) FLAMMABLE LIQUID D A & B Readily combustible solid (UN Class 4.1) D A, B, C, D, E & F Self-reactive substance (UN Class 4.1) D G Self-reactive substance FLAMMABLE SOLID

50 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D A, B & C Solid desensitised explosive (UN Class 4.1) D17 4.2A Spontaneously combustible: Pyrophoric liquid and Pyrophoric solid (UN Class 4.2); 4.2B & C Spontaneously combustible: Self-heating substance (UN Class 4.2) D18 4.3A, B &C Substance which in contact with water emits flammable gas (UN Class 4.3) D A, B & C Oxidising liquid and solid (UN Class 5.1); 5.1.2A Oxidising gas (UN Class 5.1) 5.1.1A Strong oxidiser 5.1.1B & C oxidiser 5.1.2A Strong oxidiser D20 5.2A Organic Peroxide

51 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D21 5.2B Organic Peroxide D C, D, E & F: Organic peroxide (UN Class 5.2) D23 5.2G*: Organic peroxide D24 6.1A, B & C Acute toxic (UN Class 6.1) ORGANIC PEROXIDE

52 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D25 6.1A, B & C Acute toxic; where the substance is a gas (UN Class 2.3) 6.1A Very toxic 6.1 B&C Toxic D26 6.1D & E* Acute toxic Harmful D27 UN Class 6.2* Infectious Substance TOXIC D28 6.3*A & B Skin Irritant; 6.4*A Eye Irritant; 6.5B* Sensitisers (Dermal). D29 6.5A* Sensitisers (Respiratory) 6.6*A & B Mutagen 6.7*A & B Carcinogen 6.8A, B & C* Reproductive/ developmental 6.9*A & B Target organ/ system TOXIC CHRONIC TOXIC

53 Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D30 7* Radioactive Material Category I D31 7* Radioactive Material Category II D32 7* Radioactive Material Category III D33 7* Radioactive Material Fissile D34 D35 8.1A Corrosive to metals (UN Class 8) 8.2A, B & C: Skin corrosive (UN Class 8) 8.3A Eye Corrosive 8.1A Corrosive to metals 8.2A Extremely corrosive to skin 8.2B Highly corrosive to skin 8.2C Corrosive to skin Corrosive to eyes

54 CORROSIVE Annex Classifications Hazard Pictogram Notes/Descriptions D36 9.1A-D Aquatic Eco-toxicity 9.2A-D Eco-toxic: soil 9.3A-C Eco-toxic: terrestrial vertebrate 9.4A-C Eco-toxic: terrestrial invertebrate D37 9* Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods ECOTOXIC D38 Tracking* TRACK For full specification of Dangerous Goods hazard pictograms, please refer to NZS 5433:1999: Amendment No 1. The GHS pictograms used here are reproduced from the Globally Harmonised System (GHS), United Nations, Note hazard classifications marked * denote best practice

55 Annex E Examples of Warning Signs Examples of how to develop Warning Signs are described in Appendices 1 11 Appendix Page 1 Explosives Class Flammable Gas Class 2.1 LPG 43 3 Flammable Liquids Class Flammable Solids Class Flammable Solids Classes 4.2 and Oxidisers Classes 5.1 and Toxics Class Toxics Classes Corrosives Class Ecotoxics Class Mixed Classes Diesel

56 Appendix 1 to Annex E A Warning Sign for Explosives Class 1 EXPLOSIVES 1 Hazard pictograms 2,3 : Class : Class 1.4: Precautions 4 : select appropriate statement(s)/symbols/pictograms from Annexes F & G from Annex e.g. KEEP AWAY FROM SOURCES OF IGNITION - NO SMOKING; NO NAKED FLAMES; AVOID SHOCK 4 Class 1.5: Class 1.6: Emergency response 4 : In an emergency, EVACUATE 4 Emergency contacts 4 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 4 [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, and the UN Number* 4 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] 4 SPECIALIST ADVICE: Phone 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) 4 Key Specifications 1. The word EXPLOSIVES in the top line of the Warning The word EXPLOSIVES should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an sign: orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C Pictograms the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ (fixed bulk containers): Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 3. Pictograms the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ (other than fixed bulk containers): Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 4. Lettering: Lettering 25 mm high Note: Where more than one type of explosive is present, it is only necessary to display the hazard division and compatibility group for the most hazardous type. * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on sign at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

57 Appendix 2 to Annex E Example of the Warning Sign for Flammable Gas: LPG HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictogram 3,4 : Class 2.1 NO IGNITION SOURCES, NO SMOKING; NO NAKED FLAMES; 2WE [For fixed bulk containers only]: LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS 5 ; UN No 1075 IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111 FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: DIAL 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

58 A Warning Sign for Flammable Liquids Class 3 Appendix 3 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictograms 3,4 : For Class 3.1A-C: For Class 3.1D: Precautions: select appropriate statement(s) /symbols/ pictograms from Annexes F & G, e.g. KEEP AWAY FROM IGNITION SOURCES - NO SMOKING; NO NAKED FLAMES 5 ; HAZCHEM Code: 2 3[Y]E, 3Y, or 3Z FLAMMABLE LIQUID [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance*, the UN Number*, and the general degree of hazard (e.g. highly flammable liquid ) 5. Emergency contacts: IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] 5 SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) 5 Key: Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an sign: orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: Choose the codes from Annex H relevant to the substances present. The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

59 Appendix 4 to Annex E A Warning Sign for Classes Readily Combustible Solids, Class Self Reactive Flammable Solids, and Class Solid Desensitised Explosives HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictogram 3,4 : Classes 4.1.1, 4.1.2C-F, and 4.1.3: Class 4.1.2G: FLAMMABLE SOLID Precautions : select appropriate statement(s)/ symbols/ pictograms from Annexes F & G, e.g. For classes & 4.1.3: KEEP AWAY FROM IGNITION SOURCES - NO SMOKING; NO NAKED FLAMES; For Class 4.1.2: KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT AND IGNITION SOURCES; KEEP AT TEMPERATURE NOT EXCEEDING.; NO NAKED FLAMES; [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, the UN Number*, and the general type of hazard (e.g. readily combustible solid, self-reactive, or solid desensitised explosive ) 5 HAZCHEM Code 2 : Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an sign: orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): The pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): The pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

60 Appendix 5 to Annex E A Warning Sign for Class 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible Substances and Class 4.3 Substances which when in Contact with Water Emit Flammable Gases HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictograms 3,4 : Class 4.2: Class 4.3: Precautions 5 : select appropriate statement(s)/ symbols/ pictograms from Annexes F & G, e.g. Class 4.2A: DO NOT ALLOW CONTACT WITH AIR ; Class 4.2B & C: KEEP AT A TEMPERATURE NOT EXCEDING [ ]; DO NOT AMASS LARGE QUANTITIES IN THE ONE PLACE Class 4.3: KEEP AWAY FROM WATER ; [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, and the UN Number* 5 the general type of hazard (e.g. spontaneously combustible, or dangerous when wet ). HAZCHEM Code 2 : Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange Warning sign: background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ containers): Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

61 A Warning Sign for Oxidisers Class Appendix 6 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictograms 3,4 : Class 5.1.1A, B & C; and 5.1.2A): Class 5.2C-F: Class 5.2G: Precautions 5 : select appropriate statement(s)/ symbols/ pictograms from Annexes F & G, e.g & 5.1.2: DO NOT STORE WITH FLAMMABLES OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ; [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, the UN Number*, and the general degree of hazard, (e.g. highly hazardous oxidising liquid or Organic Peroxide A, B, C D E F or G ) 5. ORGANIC PEROXIDE HAZCHEM Code 2 : 5.2: KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT ; DO NOT STORE WITH FLAMMABLES OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ; Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

62 A Warning Sign for Toxics 6.1 Appendix 7 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictogram 3,4 : 6.1A-C: [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, the UN Number*, and the general degree and type of hazard, (e.g. highly poisonous ) 5 Emergency response 5 : HAZCHEM Code 2 Classes 6.1A-C that are gases: Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or: 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ); Classes 6.1D & E For urgent medical advice: National Poisons Centre Dial 0800 POISON ( ); TOXIC Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange Warning sign: background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice

63 A Warning Sign for Toxic Classes Appendix 8 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictograms 2,3 : Classes 6.3A & B Skin irritants, class 6.4A Eye irritants, class 6.5 Sensitisers (Dermal): [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, the UN Number*, and indicate the general degree of hazard (e.g. mild skin irritant ) 4. TOXIC Classes 6.5 (Respiratory Sensitisers), 6.6 Mutagens, 6.7 Carcinogens, 6.8 Reproductive/ Developmental, & 6.9 Target Organ/ System): Emergency contacts 4 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 4 or: 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ); For urgent medical advice: National Poisons Centre Dial 0800 POISON ( ) TOXIC Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 3. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 4. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice

64 A Warning Sign for Corrosives Class 8 Appendix 9 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictogram 3,4 : Classes 8.1& 8.2: [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, and the UN Number*, and indicate the general degree and general type of hazard, (e.g. highly corrosive to skin ) 5. Emergency response 5 : HAZCHEM Code 2 ; Class 8.3: CORROSIVE Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ); or For specialist medical advice: National Poisons Centre Dial 0800 POISON ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange of the Warning sign: background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard containers): 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high Note If substances of classes 8.2 and 8.3 are both present, only need to show pictogram for class 8.2. * Recommendations marked * denote best practice

65 A Warning Sign for Ecotoxics Class 9 Appendix 10 to Annex E HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictogram 2,3 : Classes 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, & 9.4: ECOTOXIC [For fixed bulk containers only]: The proper shipping name of the substance, and the UN Number*; For Class 9.1 A, B or C, indicate the general type and degree of hazard, (e.g. very eco-toxic to aquatic life ; For Classes 9.2A, B or C, 9.3 A or B, 9.4 A, B or C, indicate the general type of hazard (e.g. ecotoxic to the soil environment ) 4 Emergency response 4 : In the event of an emergency, protect waterways; ensure drains are closed. Emergency contacts 4 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 4 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] and Regional Council Pollution Response Service [phone No.] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Dial 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C Pictograms (fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 3. Pictograms (other than fixed bulk containers): the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 4. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high * Recommendations marked * denote best practice

66 Appendix 11 to Annex E A Warning Sign for the Mixed Storage of Substances of the Following Classes: 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 8, 9(HSNO) and 9(UN) HAZCHEM 1 Hazard pictograms 3,4 : Select the appropriate pictograms from Annex D (For fixed bulk containers only): The proper shipping name of the substance(s), and the UN Number(s)*, and indicate the general type and general degree of hazard (refer section 5.5). Precautions 5 : select appropriate statement(s)/ symbols/ pictograms from Annexes F & G, e.g. NO IGNITION SOURCES; NO SMOKING; NO NAKED FLAMES; KEEP OXIDISERS AWAY FROM FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS; Emergency response 5 : HAZCHEM Code 2 ; Emergency contacts 5 : IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 5 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] SPECIALIST ADVICE: Either: Phone 0800 CHEMCALL ( ) or For urgent medical advice call National Poisons Centre 0800 POISON ( ) Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange top line of the Warning sign: background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C The HAZCHEM Code: The numerals and letters used for showing the HAZCHEM Code shall be black and at least 100mm high on a light orange background (Orange No. 557 BS 381C 1980), except that where the explanation of the HAZCHEM Code indicates that a letter used in the HAZCHEM Code is white on a black background, the letter shall be shown. For Bulk only. 3. Pictograms (fixed bulk the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 containers): and shall have sides not less than 250 mm in length 4. Pictograms (other than fixed the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in NZ Standard 5433 bulk containers): and shall have sides not less than 100 mm in length. 5. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high Note: If within one Class, substances having more that one degree of hazard are present, only the pictogram for the most hazardous of those substances within that class needs to be provided. * Recommendations marked * denote best practice. Not required on signs at entrances to sites or buildings (see Section 3.4)

67 Appendix 12 to Annex E A Warning Sign for Diesel (1,000 10,000 Litres) HAZCHEM 1 _ ECOTOXIC DIESEL UN 1202 Ecotoxic to aquatic life Emergency response 3 : In the event of an emergency, protect waterways; ensure drains are closed. Emergency contacts: IN EMERGENCY DIAL 111, FIRE, POLICE OR AMBULANCE 4 or 24 hr Company Contact Dial [phone No] and Regional Council Pollution Response Service [phone No.] Note: Quantities of Diesel over 10,000 L will also need flammable liquid information and pictogram. Key Specifications 1. The word HAZCHEM in the top line of the Warning sign: The word HAZCHEM should be in 100 mm high black capital letters on an orange background. The orange colour to be used is No. 557 Light Orange, British Standard BS 381C Pictograms (fixed bulk containers) the pictograms should be of the appropriate form and colouring specified in Annex D (D 34) and should have sides not less than 250 mm in length 3. Lettering: Lettering 35 mm high Note: The information provided in the signage shall be understood over a distance of 10 metres

68 ANNEX F How to Describe Precautions This Annex provides examples of the precautions necessary to prevent the unintended: initiation of an explosive; ignition or combustion of a flammable substance; acceleration of a fire; or thermal decomposition involving an oxidising substance or organic peroxide. Statements that are frequently used in existing systems to provide precautionary information are listed below. It is not an exhaustive list, rather it is designed to provide examples of statements that may be appropriate for the specific substance or mixture. The person responsible should select among these and other available precautionary statements those which are most appropriate to the particular situation, based on the characteristics and use setting of the chemical involved. Explosives Avoid shock, [impact], [friction] [and rough handling] Keep away from fire No open flames, no sparks and no smoking Keep away from sources of ignition No Smoking Use only non-sparking tools Store according to packing list of dangerous chemicals. Flammable Liquids, Solids and Gases Keep away from fire, flames, heat, sparks and other sources of ignition [ No Smoking] Do not store with oxidizers [oxygen], [explosives], [halogens], [compressed air] [and food chemicals] etc. Self Reactive Substances Keep at temperature not exceeding Keep away from fire, heat, sparks, flames and ignition sources Keep away from flammable material Keep away from (incompatible material to be specified by manufacturer) Avoid storing in quantities in excess of that specified in the SDS, in any one place; Pyrophoric Liquids and Solids Keep under [insert name of inert gas]

69 Do not allow contact with air Protect from light, moisture and damage

70 Self-heating Substances Store separately from incompatible materials Keep at a temperature not exceeding [ ]C. Substances which, in contact with water, emit Flammable Gases Keep the substance away from water Store substance in a dry place Oxidising liquids, Solids and Gases Keep substances away from all other substances Keep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials Prevent contamination with readily oxidizable materials and polymerisation accelerators Organic Peroxides Keep away from heat Keep away from (incompatible material to be specified by manufacturer) Keep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials to avoid fire Prevent contamination with readily oxidizable materials and polymerisation accelerators Do not store with halogens and acids etc. Separate from reducers, flammable/ combustible materials and finely powdered metals etc in storage

71 ANNEX G Examples of Precautionary Pictograms

72 ANNEX H The HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code: The HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code for the bulk transport of Dangerous Goods, developed by the United Kingdom Fire Services is included in NZS 5433:1999. This system is equally applicable to the bulk (refer Glossary for Definition) storage of hazardous substances and dangerous goods. 1. A HAZCHEM Code describes the initial emergency response recommended in a dangerous situation such as leakage, spillage or fire involving the substance(s). 2. The HAZCHEM Code is composed of a number, followed by one or more letters. Some letters may be presented in reverse, that is, printed in white on a dark square background to show that noxious fumes are not given off except when involved in fire. On a document this may be printed or written in square brackets. 3. The numeral indicates the equipment suitable for fire fighting and, where appropriate, for dispersing spillages of dangerous goods viz: 1 coarse spray 2 fine spray 3 foam (alcohol resistant foam may be required) 4 dry agent - water must not be allowed to come into contact with the dangerous goods at risk. 4. The table below shows the meaning of each of the letters, whether or not reversed, used in the second part of the code. The letters indicate the precautions to be taken in the event of a fire or spillage

73 NOTE (1) Chemical Protective Clothing will be suitable for dealing with most chemicals, however some will require a fully sealed gas suit will be required. Seek Specialist Advice. (2) Where breathing apparatus and fire fighting gear is indicated, chemically impervious protective gloves should be worn. (3) Dilute indicates the substance should be contained and prevented from entering drains and water courses. Any residues may be washed away with large quantities of water with the consent of the environmental authority. Contain indicates the need to prevent any spillage from entering drains or water courses in all circumstances. (4) Where the first letter in the HAZCHEM Code is depicted in reverse printing, this is no longer significant and is being phased out. Breathing apparatus is worn at all incidents

74 or 6. The letter E is added to a HAZCHEM Code when evacuation of the people from the neighbourhood of an incident should be considered. Evacuation may include the option of In Place Protection where people are left in sealed buildings. 7. The HAZCHEM Code for dangerous goods dealt with in a specific entry in Appendix A NZS 5433 is the HAZCHEM Code specified for the goods in column 6 of that Appendix. If a HAZCHEM Code is not included against a substance, then a HAZCHEM Code is not required for that substance

75 8. The HAZCHEM Code for substances dealt with in an N.O.S. or Generic entry in NZS 5433 Appendix A is the code that reflects the emergency response appropriate to a dangerous situation involving the substances. 9. Appendix A NZS 5433 allocates HAZCHEM Codes for some Generic and N.O.S. dangerous goods but not for all. Where a HAZCHEM Code is not given in Appendix A NZS 5433 and it is appropriate that one be given, then a HAZCHEM Code should be devised by an experienced chemist. 10. If more than one type of dangerous goods is stored at a premises, the resultant HAZCHEM Code for the premises is derived as follows (refer Table Fl): (a) To determine the first number: determine the first number for each type of substance stored in the premises and select the higher or highest of those numbers; (b) To determine the second character: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) If the same letter occurs as the second character in the code for each substance, then that letter is the second character of the HAZCHEM code; If there are two different letters, take one of them and, using table F1, select the appropriate vertical column for that letter. Take the horizontal line appropriate to the second letter and the letter at the inter-section is the second character of the HAZCHEM code; If there are more than two different substances stored at the premises proceed as in (ii) above using the letters for any two of the substances action codes. Then use the resultant letter with that for another substance to determine a second resultant letter. The procedure is repeated until a final resultant letter is found. That letter is the second character of the HAZCHEM code; If the letter E appears in any of the codes relating to any of the substances stored in the premises, it should be added to HAZCHEM code. (c) For example, if the HAZCHEM codes for four substances are as follows: 2PE; 3[S]; 1 [T]; 2[Z], the resultant HAZCHEM code is then 3WE

76 ANNEX J Positional Diagrams Positional Diagrams for Warning Signs on Premises are described in Appendices

77 Positional Diagram: TYPICAL INDUSTRIAL SITE Administration attached to or part of warehouse/factory. Appendix 1 to Annex J S 6 S S 1 5 S S 3 2 S 4 S 1. Hazardous substances in use or stored 2. Indoor storage for hazardous substances 3. Outdoor storage 4. Tank storage 5. Administration 6. Public roadway S Warning Sign S

78 Positional Diagram: TYPICAL INDUSTRIAL SITE Administration building detached from warehouse/ factory. Appendix 2 to Annex J S S S S 3 1 S 4 2 S S 5 1. Hazardous substances in use or stored 2. Indoor storage for hazardous substances 3. Administration building 4. Outdoor storage 5. Tank storage S Warning sign S

79 Appendix 3 to Annex J Positional Diagram: COMPARTMENTED BUILDINGS Storage of differing classes of hazardous substances in each compartment. The Warning Signs will/may all vary. 1 S 3 S S S S S S 1. Roadway 2. Factory hazardous substances 3. Storage compartments for Hazardous Substances S Warning Sign

80 Appendix 4 to Annex J Positional Diagram: COMPARTMENTED BUILDINGS Storage of differing classes of hazardous substances in each compartment. The Warning Signs will/may all vary. 1 S S S 3 S S S S S 1. Roadway 2. Factory hazardous substances in use or in storage 3. Storage compartments for hazardous substances S Warning Sign

81 Appendix 5 to Annex J Positional Diagram: COMPARTMENTED BUILDINGS Storage of different classes of hazardous substances in some compartments. The Warning Sign will/may all vary. 1 S S 2 S S 2 S S S 2 S S S 2 2 S S 1. Roadway 2. Compartments containing hazardous substances S Warning Sign

82 Positional Diagram: OUTDOOR STORAGE Appendix 6 to Annex J Entire area occupied by drums or freight containers of hazardous substances 1 S S S 1 S 1. Roadway S Warning Sign

83 ANNEX K Underground Storage Tanks Warning Sign UNDERGROUND TANKS Warning Sign to have white background, red lettering, with letters 50 mm high Note: This sign is in addition to the other required signs

84 ANNEX L Example of sign for Explosives Designated Use Zone (Section 5.1) DANGER BLASTING IN PROGRESS UNAUTHORISED ENTRY PROHIBITED Warning Sign to have white background, black lettering, with letters 100 mm high; pictogram 400 mm diameter

85 ANNEX M Example of Sign for Vertebrate Poisons GENERAL ALERT WHAT S THE DANGER TYPE OF POISON Warning Poison WHERE Cyanide poison baits have been put in bait feeders in this area on / / Please treat this area with caution until / /. Toxic to people, pets and stock The baits are round cereal pellets about a 1/2 cm diameter, and dyed green. Bait feeders are plastic containers nailed to trees or posts. RULES TO REDUCE RISK - COULD USE SYMBOLS DO NOT handle any bait DO NOT allow CHILDREN to wander unsupervised DO NOT bring DOGS into this area. For poisoning information, phone National Poisons Centre For Emergency Response, phone (CHEMCALL) For further information, contact: NAME & NUMBER OF OPERATOR WHEN

86 ANNEX N Examples of Sign for Exempt Laboratory DANGER: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES UNAUTHORISED ENTRY PROHIBITED Warning Sign to have white background, black lettering, with letters 50 mm high. The pictogram should have a diameter of 100 mm

87 ANNEX O Examples of Signs for Microbiological Laboratory CONTAINMENT FACILITY UNAUTHORISED ENTRY PROHIBITED Warning Sign to have white background, black lettering, with letters 50 mm high. The pictogram should have a diameter of 100 mm. General Microbiological Laboratories The sign for general microbiological laboratories shall be in the format shown below, i.e. it shall show the biological hazard symbol and the laboratory containment level. The colours used in the sign shall be black for the symbol and writing on a yellow background as specified for safety signs in AS 1319 and ISO 3864 (the example given is for a laboratory of Containment level PC2)

88 ANNEX P Example of Sign for Radioactive Materials The sign shall bear the radiation warning symbol (refer Clause 1 of the Second Schedule of the Radiation Protection Regulations 1982) with an overall diameter of not less than 100 mm. Its colour shall be black, magenta, or purple, on a yellow background. The sign shall also bear the words CAUTION- RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL in letters at least 5mm high. Extract from the Second Schedule of the Radiation Protection Regulations 1982: Labels and Warning Signs 1. Radiation warning symbol (1) In this Schedule radiation warning symbol means the symbol set out below, subject to such variations as to colour and size as are hereinafter permitted. This is the internationally accepted symbol used to indicate the presence of ionising radiation and radioactive material. The areas shown here as black are also sometimes coloured magenta or purple, and any of the three colourings are acceptable under these regulations except for the labels described in clause 2 of this Schedule, for which black must be used. The symbol may be made any size by varying the size of the units of length indicated in the diagram, one unit being one twentieth of the required diameter. (2) Subject to the particular requirements of clauses 2, 3, and 4 of this Schedule, a radiation warning symbol may be of any size, each unit of length shown in the symbol set out in subclause (1) of this clause being one-twentieth of the required diameter. 4. Warning signs generally The warning sign required by subclause (2) of regulation 12 of these regulations shall be erected at each entrance or door or other point of access to the place in which the radioactive material is stored or used so that it is clearly visible to any person before he or she can gain access to the radioactive material. The sign shall bear the radiation warning symbol with an overall diameter of not less than 100 mm. Its colour shall be black, magenta, or purple, on a yellow background. The sign shall also bear the words CAUTION RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL in letters at least 5 mm high. 5. Warning signs in controlled areas At any entrance to door or other point of access to a controlled area a sign must be erected in such a manner that it is clearly visible to any person entering or attempting to enter that controlled area. The sign must bear the radiation warning symbol with an overall diameter not less than 100mm and must be black, magenta, or purple, on a yellow background. The sign must bear in letters not less than 5 mm high the wording CAUTION CONTROLLED AREA and the words ENTRY PROHIBITED EXCEPT WITH THE AUTHORITY OF (Name or Names of Licensee/Radiation Safety Officer)