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Edition No. 2
August 2015
Safely transporting dangerous goods
Glovebox guide for drivers
Contents
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1. RECOGNISING DANGEROUS GOODS 1
2. CLASSES AND DIVISIONS 2
Class 1: Explosives 2
Class 2: Gases 2
Class 3: Flammable liquids 3
Class 4: Flammable solids and substances that are spontaneously combustible or dangerous when wet 3
Class 5: Oxidising substances and organic peroxides 4
Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances 4
Class 8: Corrosive substances 5
Class 9: Miscellaneous substances 5
Mixed class 5
Marks 5
3. SEGREGATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS 7
4. NO GO TRANSPORT ZONES 8
5. EXEMPTIONS 11
6. TRANSPORT VEHICLE DOCUMENTATION 12
7. HAZCHEM EMERGENCY ACTION CODE 13
8. SEGREGATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS CHART 16
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1. Recognising dangerous goods
Dangerous goods can cause injury and death and seriously damage property and the environment.
This guide is for people who handle, store and transport placard loads of dangerous goods. It has been designed to keep in your vehicle for ready reference. It will help you to:
• quickly recognise common dangerous goods, their properties and dangers
• learn where dangerous goods are prohibited from travelling in Victoria
• understand basic emergency advice in case of an incident.
For detailed information on transport requirements, refer to the current edition of the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code at ntc.gov.au.
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Class 2: Gases
Division 2.1 – Flammable gases
These gases can burst into flames in air on contact with a source of ignition. Most flammable gases are heavier than air and will flow to low areas such as drains, pits and valleys.
Examples: Acetylene, natural gas, LPG and many aerosols.
Division 2.2 – Non-flammable, non-toxic gases
The gases in this class are neither flammable or toxic. Some of these gases can cause an asphyxiation hazard. As these gases are heavier than air, they can collect in low-lying areas, such as pits and drains, and cause suffocation by diluting or displacing oxygen. Some of these gases have additional danger as an oxidising agent (Division 5.1).
Examples: Carbon dioxide, compressed air, helium and nitrogen.
2. Classes and divisions
Australia uses a system of classification and labelling for dangerous goods based on the United Nations system used in other countries.
Except for very small quantities, all packages and containers, shipping containers, unit loads and tankers that hold dangerous goods for transport must display the correct class label.
Substances are assigned to one of nine classes. Some of these are further divided into divisions, each of which has its own diamond-shaped label.
Each label shows the main danger by colour and symbol and the class of goods by numeral. The responsibility for classification of products lies with the manufacturer or person packaging the products.
The labels on the following pages are commonly seen on Victorian roads.
Class 1: Explosives
These substances or articles are used to produce explosions in work such as earthmoving or demolition. They are also used for pyrotechnic effects.
Examples: Fireworks, ammunition and gelignite.
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Division 2.3 – Toxic gases
These gases are toxic and will rapidly disperse if there is a leak.
Most toxic gases have an unpleasant odour that alerts to their presence. They can cause death or serious injury if inhaled.
Some of these gases are also flammable (Class 2.1), oxidising agents (Class 5.1) or corrosive (Class 8). In some cases, a toxic gas can be both an oxidising agent and corrosive (eg nitrogen oxide).
Examples: Chlorine, nitric oxide and ammonia.
Class 3: Flammable liquids
These liquids can burn on contact with a source of ignition.
The vapours from many of these substances have an effect similar to narcotics. Prolonged inhalation may result in unconsciousness or death. Many paints and varnishes are in Class 3.
Examples: Petrol, acetone, kerosene and paint thinners.
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Class 4: Flammable solids and substances that are spontaneously combustible or dangerous when wet
Division 4.1 – Flammable solids
These solids are easily ignited by external sources such as sparks and flames. They are also readily combustible and likely to cause or contribute to fire when subjected to friction.
They may also be self-reactive (see Class 4.2).
Examples: Sulfur, red phosphorus and matches.
Division 4.2 – Spontaneously combustible
Substances in this class are likely to heat spontaneously and ignite.
Some can ignite spontaneously when wet (see Division 4.3) or give off toxic gases (see Division 2.3) in a fire.
Examples: Carbon, white phosphorus and calcium dithionite.
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Division 4.3 – Dangerous when wet
These solids or liquids give off dangerous quantities of flammable or toxic gases when they make contact with water. The heat resulting from this reaction may cause these gases to spontaneously ignite.
Some of these substances also give off toxic gases (see Division 2.3) when in contact with moisture, water or acids.
Examples: Calcium carbide and aluminium phosphide.
Class 5: Oxidising substances and organic peroxides
Division 5.1 – Oxidising substances
These substances can contribute to or accelerate the combustion of other combustible or flammable materials.
Examples: Calcium hypochlorite (eg swimming pool chlorine), ammonium nitrate and hydrogen peroxide.
Division 5.2 – Organic peroxides
Organic peroxides can ignite spontaneously and possibly explode.
Some of these substances need to be kept under controlled temperature conditions during storage and transport. In addition, some are sensitive to impact or friction.
Organic peroxides contribute oxygen to a fire (see Class 5.1) and may also be flammable (see Class 3 or 4) or combustible (see Class 4.2) as subsidiary dangers.
Examples: Methyl ethyl ketone peroxide, benzoyl peroxide.
Class 6: Toxic and infectious substances
Division 6.1 – Toxic substances
Toxic substances can cause death or serious injury if they are swallowed, inhaled or come into contact with skin.
Nearly all toxic substances give off toxic gases (see Class 2.3) in a fire or when heated to decomposition.
Some are also flammable (see Class 3) or corrosive (see Class 8) as subsidiary dangers.
Examples: Cyanides, lead, cadmium, arsenic and many pesticides.
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Class 8: Corrosive substances
A corrosive substance is one that will destroy or permanently damage another substance it comes into contact with.
Corrosive solids or liquids can cause severe harm if they come in contact with living tissue. Many are sufficiently volatile to give off vapours that irritate the nose and eyes, and poisoning can result if they are swallowed.
Some corrosive substances will also produce toxic gas when decomposed by very high temperatures (see Class 2.3).
If they leak during transportation, many corrosives will damage or even destroy other goods or the vehicle itself.
Examples: Hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide and acetic acid.
Class 9: Miscellaneous substances
Miscellaneous
These are substances and articles that present a danger and/or are not covered by other classes already described.
Examples: Dry ice, asbestos, some aerosols and elevated temperature liquids such as hot bitumen.
Mixed class
The mixed class label indicates the presence of more than one class or division of dangerous goods. It is used in Australia only.
Marks
Environmentally hazardous substances
This mark is required for liquids or solids, and solutions or mixtures of substances (such as preparations and wastes) that are pollutant to the aquatic environment.
Examples: Industrial waste.
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Elevated temperature substance
This mark is required for substances when transported in a liquid state at a temperature equal or exceeding 100 °C or in a solid state at a temperature equal to or exceeding 240 °C.
Example: Hot bitumen.
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3. Segregation of dangerous goods
When incompatible dangerous goods come into contact with each other, they can react adversely to cause a fire or explosion, or release toxic, flammable or corrosive vapours.
As incompatible goods must be prevented from making contact, it is important to understand which goods must be kept apart to ensure they do not mix in case of spillage.
The chart on the inside back cover can be used to help determine if different combinations of dangerous goods are likely to be compatible and whether they need to be segregated during transport.
Segregation of incompatible goods must be in accordance with ADG Code requirements.
See inside back cover for Segregation of dangerous goods chart.
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4. No go transport zones
Melbourne and surrounds
Tanks carrying more than 500 litres of liquefied gases must not be transported in a defined area of the City of Melbourne, including the CBD. This area extends along the Yarra Bank Highway and the Monash Freeway as far as Warrigal Road.
See pages 9 and 10 for maps of the prohibited areas.
CityLink and EastLink tunnels
Safety precautions mean that placarded loads of dangerous goods are not permitted to travel in CityLink and EastLink tunnels. Warning signs are prominently displayed on both roads, and exits are available before all tunnel entrances.
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5. Exemptions
If you have an exemption from complying with any requirement of Victoria’s dangerous goods transport legislation, you must keep a copy in the transport vehicle at all times. Exemptions must be produced upon request of an inspector or authorised officer of an emergency service.
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6. Transport vehicle documentation
A transport document provides information about the load of dangerous goods being carried on your vehicle.
You must carry transport documents in the cabin of your vehicle and produce them to an inspector or authorised officer of an emergency service if requested.
The documentation must include the consignor’s name and phone number and a description of the dangerous goods.
For each type of dangerous goods being transported, the description must include, in order:
• United Nations (UN) number
• proper shipping name or the name of the goods that appears on the package/receptacle
• class or division of the goods
• each subsidiary risk (if applicable)
• packing group (if applicable)
• type and number of packages or receptacles being transported
• total quantity on the vehicle.
As dangerous goods are unloaded from the vehicle, the type and quantity of dangerous goods remaining must be updated.
Any road vehicle transporting a placard load of dangerous goods must have an emergency information holder, where all documentation and emergency information is kept.
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7. HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code
Placarding warns of the presence of dangerous goods on a vehicle. In case of fire or spillage, the HAZCHEM Code on the placard instructs emergency services on:
• the medium to use to combat the incident
• the level of personal protective equipment to be worn
• whether the goods should be contained or diluted
• the possibility of a violent reaction
• the safety hazard posed to the public.
The Code for fire spillage
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HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code
Placarding warns of the
of dangerous goods on a vehicle. In case of fire or spillage, the HAZCHEM Code on the placard instructs emergency services on:
combat the incident
to be worn
should be contained or diluted
a violent reaction
posed to the public.
The CodeFor fire or spillage
SubstanceUN No.HAZCHEMContacts
1 Coarse spray 2 Fine spray3 Foam 4 Dry agent
Alcohol resistant foam
P VLTS
DiluteR
S VBA & Fire Kit
T
W VLTS
ContainX
Y VBA & Fire Kit
Z
E Public Safety Hazard
Class Label
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HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code
Additional information
Dry agent Water must not be allowed to come into contact with the substance at risk.
Alcohol resistant foam
• 2 or • 3
Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred medium. If not available:
• 2 – Use fine spray or water fog
• 3 – Use normal protein foam.
V Substance can be violently or even explosively reactive, including combustion.
LTS Liquid-tight chemical protective suit wth BA.
Full Fire Kit should also be worn for thermal protection if the substance is:
• Liquid oxygen
• Liquefied toxic gas (Division 2.3)
• Toxic gas with sub-risk 2.1or 5.1
• Class or sub-risk 3
• Division 5.1 PGI with sub-risk 6.1 or 8
• Carried at temperature >100 °C.
Dilute May be washed to drain with large quantities of water.
Contain Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
E People should be warned to stay indoors with all doors and windows closed. Evacuation may need to be considered. Consult control, police and product expert.
Reading the Code
The HAZCHEM Code is made up of a number, followed by one or two letters.
The number indicates the medium suitable to combat an incident.
The first letter indicates the appropriate personal protection to be worn.
For certain goods, the letter ‘E’ may also be present, which indicates that evacuation of people in the vicinity of the incident should be considered.
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HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code
Reading the Code
The HAZCHEM Code is made up of a number, followed by one or two letters.
The number indicates the medium suitable to combat an incident.
The first letter indicates the appropriate personal protection to be worn.
For certain goods, the letter ‘E’ may also be present, which indicates that evacuation of people in the vicinity of the incident should be considered.
PETROL12033YE
000, POLICE or FIRE BRIGADE
Organisation Name Phone Number
UN No.
HAZCHEM
IN EMERGENCY DIAL SPECIALIST ADVICE
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Example: 3YE means the incident should be responded to with foam (3), breathing apparatus and fire kit (Y), and that evacuation (E) should be considered. Additionally, the Code shows that for this substance, a flammable liquid, there is a danger of violent reaction or explosion (V) and that spillage must be prevented from entering drains or water courses (Contain).
It is possible for substances to display more than one characteristic and therefore display more than one class label. If a vehicle carrying dangerous goods is required to have placarding, it is an offence not to have the placard displayed. It is also an offence to display an incorrect placard or to drive an unloaded vehicle with placards.
HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code
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8. Segregation of dangerous goods chart
Exceptions
(1) Explosives are incompatible in transport with all other dangerous goods in all quantities except as provided in the Australian Explosives Code, or, for Division 1.4S, where 9.1.2.2.2 (ADG Code 7) applies.
(2) Division 2.1 and Class 3 are incompatible in transport if both are in tanks or other receptacles with a capacity individually exceeding 500 L.
(3) Division 2.1 is incompatible in transport with gases of Division 2.2 that have a subsidiary risk 5.1 except when all are packed in cylinders or pressure drums not exceeding 500 L capacity.
(4) Division 2.3 is incompatible in transport with gases of Division 2.2 that have a subsidiary risk 5.1 except when all are packed in cylinders or pressure drums not exceeding 500 L capacity.
(5) Class 5 is incompatible with those Class 6 or Class 9 materials that are fire-risk substances.
(6) Some specific examples of these Classes or Divisions are incompatible — see Table 9.2 (ADG Code 7).
(7) See the Code of Practice for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Substances regarding the compatibility of Class 7 with undeveloped photographic film, personnel and mail.
(8) Food and food packagings are incompatible with these classes in all quantities, except where 9.1.2.3 (ADG Code 7) applies.
Goods are considered incompatible if, in this table, any of the following conditions are met:
(a) the primary hazard of one is incompatible with the primary hazard of the other,
(b) the primary hazard of one is incompatible with a subsidiary risk of the other, or
(c) a subsidiary risk of one is incompatible with a subsidiary risk of the other.
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Segregation of dangerous goods chart
Class or Division 1
FLAMMABLEGAS
2
2.1
NON-FLAMMABLENON-TOXIC
GAS
2
2.2
TOXICGAS
2
2.3
FLAMMABLELIQUID
3
3
FLAMMABLESOLID
4
4.1
SPONTANEOUSLYCOMBUSTIBLE
4
4.2
DANGEROUSWHEN WET
4
4.3
OXIDIZINGAGENT
5.1
5.1
ORGANICPEROXIDE
5.2
5.2
TOXIC
6
6.1
7
RADIOACTIVE
7
CORROSIVE
8
8
DANGEROUS
GOODS
9
Food or food empties
Fire-risk substances or combustible
liquids
1 Explosives(1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1)
FLAMMABLEGAS
2
2.1 Flammable (1) YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (3)
YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (2)
NO NO NO NO NO YES NO YES YES YES YES
NON-FLAMMABLENON-TOXIC
GAS
2
2.2 Non-flammable non-toxic gas (1) YES EXCEPT NOTE (3)
YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (4)
YES YES NO YES YES NO YES YES YES YES YES YES
TOXICGAS
2
2.3 Toxic gas (1) YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (4)
YES NO YES NO YES NO NO YES YES YES YES NO EXCEPT NOTE (8)
YES
FLAMMABLELIQUID
3
3 Flammable liquids (1) YES EXCEPT NOTE (2)
YES NO YES YES NO YES NO NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (6)
NO YES YES YES YES
FLAMMABLESOLID
4
4.1 Flammable solids (1) NO YES YES YES YES NO YES NO NO YES NO YES YES YES YES
SPONTANEOUSLYCOMBUSTIBLE
4
4.2 Spontaneously combustible (1) NO NO NO NO NO YES YES NO NO YES NO YES YES YES YES
DANGEROUSWHEN WET
4
4.3 Dangerous when wet (1) NO YES YES YES YES YES YES NO NO YES NO NO YES YES YES
OXIDIZINGAGENT
5.1
5.1 Oxidising substance (1) NO YES NO NO NO NO NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (6)
NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
NO NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES NO
ORGANICPEROXIDE
5.2
5.2 Organic peroxides (1) NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
NO NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES NO
TOXIC
6
6.1 Toxic or infectious substance (1) YES YES YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES YES YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (6)
YES NO EXCEPT NOTE (8)
YES
7
RADIOACTIVE
7 Radioactive material (1) NO YES YES NO NO NO NO NO NO YES YES NO YES NO EXCEPT NOTE (8)
YES
CORROSIVE
8
8 Corrosive substances (1) YES YES YES YES YES YES YES NO NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (6)
NO YES EXCEPT
NOTE (6)
YES NO EXCEPT NOTE (8)
YES
DANGEROUS
GOODS
9 Miscellaneous DGs (1) YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES EXCEPT
NOTE (5)
YES YES YES YES YES YES
May be loaded into the same vehicle or freightcontainer unless a numbered exception applies
Refer to exception (1)
May not be loaded into the same vehicle or freight container unless a numbered exception applies
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