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DANGEROUS GOODS STORAGE AND HANDLING
GUIDELINES
Contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................... 3
2 Scope ....................................................................................................................................... 4
3 Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................ 4
3.1 Deans and Directors of Units .................................................................................... 4
3.2 Department Heads and Managers ............................................................................ 4
3.3 Employees................................................................................................................ 4
4 Definitions ................................................................................................................................ 4
5 Implementation ......................................................................................................................... 5
6 Hazard Identification ................................................................................................................. 5
6.1 Determination of Dangerous Goods ......................................................................... 5
6.2 Dangerous Goods Classes ....................................................................................... 6
6.3 Manifest Requirements ............................................................................................. 6
7 Risk Assessment ...................................................................................................................... 6
7.1 Review of Risk Assessments .................................................................................... 7
7.2 Records of Risk Assessments .................................................................................. 7
8 Risk Control Strategies ............................................................................................................. 7
8.1 Stability and Interaction with Dangerous Goods ....................................................... 8
8.2 Preventing Interaction with Other Substances .......................................................... 8
8.3 Ignition Sources ........................................................................................................ 8
8.4 Emissions ................................................................................................................. 8
8.5 Contamination of Food and Personal Products ......................................................... 8
8.6 Containers for Dangerous Goods in Bulk .................................................................. 8
8.7 Containment of Spills ................................................................................................ 8
8.8 Transfer of Dangerous Goods .................................................................................. 9
8.9 Fire Protection, Spillage Controls and Ventilation ..................................................... 9
8.10 Planning for Emergencies ......................................................................................... 9
8.11 Safety Equipment and Safe Access .......................................................................... 9
8.12 Cleaning or Decommissioning Plant, Equipment and Containers ............................. 9
8.13 Placarding .............................................................................................................. 10
8.14 Labelling ................................................................................................................. 10
8.15 Records .................................................................................................................. 10
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8.16 Storage ................................................................................................................... 11
8.17 Incident Management ............................................................................................. 11
8.18 Other Controls ........................................................................................................ 11
8.19 Operations of Storage and Handling in Small Quantities ........................................ 11
8.20 Monitoring and Review ........................................................................................... 12
9 Transport of Dangerous Goods .............................................................................................. 12
10 Security Sensitive Dangerous Substances ............................................................................. 12
11 Program evaluation ................................................................................................................ 13
12 Related documents ................................................................................................................. 13
13 References ............................................................................................................................. 13
14 Version Control Table ............................................................................................................. 14
Appendix 1: Notification Quantities ............................................................................................... 15
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1 Introduction
Dangerous goods are substances, mixtures or articles that, because of their physical, chemical
(physicochemical) or acute toxicity properties, present an immediate hazard to people, property
or the environment. Types of substances classified as dangerous goods include explosives,
flammable liquids and gases, corrosives, chemically reactive or acutely (highly) toxic substances.
The criteria used to determine whether substances are classified as dangerous goods are
contained in the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG
Code). The ADG Code contains a list of substances classified as dangerous goods.
State and territory workplace dangerous goods storage and handling laws also capture
combustible liquids. The criteria for classifying combustible liquids are contained in Australian
Standard AS1940 (The Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids).
Many dangerous goods are also classed as hazardous substances.
There are nine classes of dangerous goods:
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
Class 9
Explosives
Gases (Flammable, Compressed/Non-Toxic, Poisonous)
Flammable Liquids
Flammable Solids
Oxidisers and Organic Peroxides
Toxic Substances
Radioactive Substances
Corrosive Substances
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
It is possible for substances to display more than one characteristic, therefore these substances
will display more than one class label. In those circumstances the substance will have a full
primary class label and a subsidiary label which is less prominent that the primary.
To further assist with the identification of dangerous goods and their particular hazards, those of
class 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 are assigned to a packing group which represents the "level of danger" to
persons exposed.
Packing groups:
I = Great danger
II = Medium danger
III = Minor danger
The United Nations have allocated a four digit UN Number to substances and articles to assist in
their identification, e.g. UN 1075 = LP Gas. To assist emergency services around the world a
HAZCHEM Code has been developed which is a first response instruction which provides advice
on dealing with issues such as a fire or an environmental contamination situation involving
dangerous goods. For further details on UN Numbers and HAZCHEM Coding, reference should
be made to the current edition of the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
These guidelines are based on specific legislative requirements as contained in the WHS
Regulation 2011 and Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods: Code of Practice.
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2 Scope
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This document provides guidelines on the storage and handling of dangerous goods including the
requirement for notification to authorities when exceeding the threshold.
3 Responsibilities
3.1 Deans and Directors of Units
Deans and Directors of units have the responsibility to ensure that legislation relating to storage
and handling of dangerous goods is implemented and that appropriate support strategies and
management plans are adopted according to the University’s dangerous goods program and
practices.
3.2 Department Heads and Managers
Department heads and managers are responsible to implement legislation and dangerous goods
guidelines within their area of responsibility.
3.3 Employees
All employees are required to cooperate with the University and, in relation to the tasks that effect
them directly, contribute to the process of identification, assessment and control, and support
implementation of the legislation by participation in:
• risk assessment processes
• consultation, and
• training.
4 Definitions
Bunding
Cabinet
Class
Combustible
Dangerous Goods
EPA
Flammable
HAZCHEM
Keeping
Label
PG
PPE
Containment device for liquid storage
Approved internal storage cabinet for a particular Dangerous Goods class
Classification applied to Dangerous Goods
C1 - substance having a flashpoint of >60.5 o C and 150 o C
Substances or articles defined under the Australian Dangerous Goods
(ADG) code as class 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.1, 8 or 9, goods too dangerous to be
transported or C1 combustible liquids
Environment Protection Authority
substance having a flashpoint of

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SDS
SSDS
UN Number
WorkCover
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is a document which outlines specific health
and safety information about the substance. Information includes:
- Whether the substance is classified as hazardous
- Chemical aspects of the substance
- First aid advice
- Risk controls to prevent injury
Security sensitive dangerous substances (SSDS) are any goods prescribed
by the regulation as security sensitive dangerous substances, also referred
to as explosive precursors.
The four digit number used to identify dangerous goods worldwide
WorkCover Authority NSW
5 Implementation
These guidelines assist with the implementation of the requirements of the WHS Regulation and
Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods: Code of Practice. Further information regarding
implementation should be referred to the Code of Practice and associated standards.
6 Hazard Identification
It is essential to identify foreseeable hazards associated with any substance that is classified as a
dangerous good in order to enable an assessment of the risk and determine the required
controls. The following details the process to identify dangerous goods within the University.
6.1 Determination of Dangerous Goods
It is necessary to identify those dangerous goods at the workplace together with any foreseeable
hazards arising from the use, storage and handling of the product. This can occur through risk
management processes as per the Risk Management Guidelines.
This identification may include a stocktake to establish:
• what items are stored
• the method of storage
• transport
• how it is handled and used
• who is in control
• substance compatibility and separation
• hazardous areas that is within, or arises from storage or handling.
Information regarding a dangerous good will be available from the supplied Safety Data Sheet
(SDS). SDS’s are available from the supplier and uploaded by each unit to Chem Alert.
A review SDS will identify if there is a need to segregate substances according to dangerous
goods class. Source an SDS from the supplier for the substance if there is not one available.
Document the findings such as compiling an inventory to establish what is stored, handled and
used (Chem Alert). Identify which of those substances are classified as a dangerous good or a
hazardous substance. Further information on SDS can be found in the Hazardous Substances
Guidelines.
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6.2 Dangerous Goods Classes
Dangerous goods are divided into nine classes according to their dangerous properties. Classes
1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 are further subdivided into sub-classes (e.g. 5.1, 5.2). In addition, goods in
Classes 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 are also organised into Packing Groups (PG) which indicate the degree
of danger (PG I - great danger, PG II - medium danger, PG III - minor danger).
Dangerous goods in any quantity must be stored safely and in compliance with the WHS Act and
associated regulations. Dangerous goods above certain quantities must be notified to
WorkCover.
6.3 Manifest Requirements
Each area using, introducing or producing hazardous substances or dangerous goods is
responsible to record these in the University manifest (Stock Holdings). Each of these products
must also have relevant documentation including an SDS.
The inventory should include:
• product trade name and United Nations number
• dangerous Goods Class and Packing Group
• typical and maximum quantities held and the package sizes and supplier details, and
• location of storage and point of use.
Quantities above the “Manifest quantities” outlined in Appendix 1 are to be in licensed stores,
such as an approved storage cabinet, which is fitted with an internal bund to contain any spillage.
Flammables are to be stored away from ignition sources, and wherever possible avoid the
internal storage of flammable and poisonous gases.
Externally relocate gas cylinders and pipe supplies to point of use, and always secure gas
cylinders in an upright position.
WorkCover NSW is required to be notified for quantities exceeding the ‘Manifest quantities’ as
outlined in Appendix 1.
7 Risk Assessment
Once the hazards associated with the storage of dangerous goods are identified, a risk
assessment should be undertaken to assess the level of risk of injury and then to implement risk
controls in order to maintain legislative requirements and provide safe workplace.
For the storage of dangerous goods below, the manifest threshold outlined in Appendix 1 and the
requirements of the Code of Practice shall be implemented appropriately. Additionally the SDS
for the dangerous good will act as the risk assessment for the storage, use and maintenance.
Deviations from the requirements of the SDS will need to be recorded through the risk
assessment form.
Where the storage of dangerous goods is above the manifest quantity, a documented risk
assessment needs to be undertaken. The risk assessment will take into consideration the
following:
• the quantity stored and in use
• the extent of risk to people
• the extent of risk to other substances, plant and buildings
• factors contributing to the risk
• types of controls required
• priorities for implementing controls, and
• identification of type of records required.
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The risk assessment should reference the safety data sheet to identify risks associated with each
dangerous good and use the Hazardous Substances Risk Assessment Form.
The risk assessment process should also include a site map to indicate storage locations and
quantities for licensing with WorkCover.
E.g.
Underground tank = 45,000 l of diesel at Facilities Management Division compound
Flammable liquids roofed package store = 8,000 kg at building 31
Corrosives Cabinet = 250 l and Toxic Substances Cabinet = 100 l in Room 5:34
Where a laboratory has a quantity of substances, but with no more than a few litres or kilos in any
one class, it is not necessary to notify WorkCover NSW. However, it is recommended that the
laboratory be marked on a map for internal use as being a facility that holds a quantity of
substances. A hazard warning sign must be displayed upon the laboratory doors (order form
available from WHS website, laboratory safety).
Other issues to consider might include;
• spill response kits on hand, and PPE
• provision of appropriate fire protection and fighting equipment
• establish that containers are suitable and fully labelled (further information on labelling
can be found in the Hazardous Substances Guidelines)
• establish location of the Safety Data Sheets
• establish if and when personal monitoring or health surveillance takes place, and
• establish whether training has been provided to staff.
7.1 Review of Risk Assessments
Risk assessments regarding the storage and use of dangerous goods must be reviewed as
detailed in the UOW WHS Risk Management Guidelines.
7.2 Records of Risk Assessments
Records must be kept of risk assessments developed in relation to the storage and handling of
dangerous goods. These records should be kept in accordance with the UOW WHS Records
Handling Guidelines.
Records of results of risk assessments regarding the storage and handling of substances should
be recorded by:
• noting in the local manifest inventory if no specific control options are required to manage
the risks associated with the storage or handling of the dangerous good, or;
• preparing a report on the risk assessment if specific control options are required to
manage the risks associated with the storage or handling of the dangerous good.
8 Risk Control Strategies
The documented risk assessment should identify control measures to be implemented to
minimise the risk to the lowest level as reasonably practical. Risk control must be achieved
following the hierarchy of controls. Elimination should be considered as a means to control the
risk, the best way of achieving this is to remove the hazard. If this is not possible the risk must be
minimised using one or more of the other control options from the hierarchy. Risk control is to be
conducted in accordance with the UOW WHS Risk Management Guidelines.
Consideration should be provided for the following subsections.
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8.1 Stability and Interaction with Dangerous Goods
8.1.1 Stability of Dangerous Goods
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Controls must be put in place to ensure dangerous goods do not inadvertently become unstable,
decompose or change. Controls should ensure hazards are not created that are different from
the hazard originally created by the dangerous goods, or increase the risk associated with the
dangerous goods.
If the stability of dangerous goods is dependent on the maintenance of levels of stabilisers, those
levels must be maintained as specified by the manufacturer of the dangerous goods. Additionally
if the dangerous goods are required to be stored or handled with a particular temperature range
specified by the manufacturer, they must be stored or handled within that temperature range.
8.2 Preventing Interaction with Other Substances
Provisions should be made to ensure dangerous goods that are not compatible with other
substances (including other dangerous goods) are stored and handled separately from the other
substances so that a loss of containment or any other interaction cannot cause a serious incident.
8.3 Ignition Sources
Provisions should be made to ensure any ignition sources in hazardous areas (as defined by the
Permit to Work Guidelines) are eliminated and where this is not possible the risk should be
controlled as per the UOW Risk Management Guidelines. Ignition sources include but are not
limited to naked flames, static electricity, heat, sparks, internal combustion engines, heated
surfaces electrical equipment, radio transmitters, mobile phones and oily material.
8.4 Emissions
Any atmospheric emissions (toxic, corrosive, flammable, explosive or asphyxiant) that poses a
risk must be eliminated and where this is not possible the risk should be controlled as per the
UOW WHS Risk Management Guidelines.
8.5 Contamination of Food and Personal Products
Provisions should be made to ensure that dangerous goods cannot contaminate food, food
packaging or personal use products.
8.6 Containers for Dangerous Goods in Bulk
Areas where dangerous goods stored in bulk must ensure that:
• the container and any associated pipe work are provided with stable foundations and
supports, and
• any pipe work or equipment connected to the container is installed so as to prevent
excessive stress on the container, pipe work or equipment, and
• the container and any associated pipe work are protected from deterioration.
8.7 Containment of Spills
Controls should be put in place to ensure any risk associated with spills and leaks from
dangerous goods are eliminated or controlled as per the UOW WHS Risk Management
Guidelines. Additionally provisions should be put in place to ensure any spills or leaks are
contained safely within the premises it has taken place as well as any effluent arising from an
incident.
Any area or receptacle intended to contain spills or leaks must not be shared with any other
substances, including other dangerous goods that are not compatible with the dangerous goods
to be contained. Bunding and draining into an underground sump or tank are examples of
containment controls.
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8.8 Transfer of Dangerous Goods
Any risks associated with the transfer of Dangerous Goods must be eliminated and where this is
not possible the risk should be controlled as per the UOW WHS Risk Management Guidelines. In
particular provisions should be made to:
• control spills and leaks, and
• minimise static electricity, and
• control vapour generation, and
• Ensure the suitability of pipe work, attachments and associated safety systems in areas
where the risk elimination or control measures have been proposed.
8.9 Fire Protection, Spillage Controls and Ventilation
The need for fire protection and the appropriate fire protection system should be determined by a
risk assessment. The “fire protection system” includes fire detection, fire suppression and fire
fighting equipment, which may be fixed or portable. The risk assessment should take into
account the types and quantities of dangerous goods and other material and substances and how
they are stored and handled. Additionally, the risk assessment should consider the types and
quantities of dangerous goods and other materials and substances in the area and the types of
incidents these could potentially cause. The fire protection system should be installed, tested
and maintained in accordance with legislative requirements.
Any spill or leak associated with Dangerous Goods in bulk or those that are packaged that poses
a risk must be eliminated and where this is not possible the risk controls as per the UOW WHS
Risk Management Guidelines. Ensure spillage controls are in place to prevent or limit
environmental contamination, and that ventilation is adequate for storage, handling and use. This
may require a ventilation survey.
Any atmospheric emissions from dangerous goods that are toxic, corrosive, flammable, explosive
or asphyxiate must be eliminated or, if that is not reasonably practicable, reduced so far as is
reasonably practicable in accordance with the UOW WHS Risk Management Guidelines.
8.10 Planning for Emergencies
The University has a procedure for dealing with hazardous material spills or leaks in the
Emergency Management Procedures.
8.11 Safety Equipment and Safe Access
Safety equipment must be provided, maintained and accessible if it has been determined to be
required to control an identified risk in relation to the storage or handling of dangerous goods
(including personal protective equipment and clean up equipment such as neutralisers,
decontaminants and associated equipment). Additionally, a safe means of access to and from
and within any locations where dangerous goods are stored or handled must be provided and
maintained.
8.12 Cleaning or Decommissioning Plant, Equipment and Containers
Plant, equipment or containers that are to be disposed of must be made free from dangerous
goods or otherwise made safe. If dangerous goods have not been placed in or taken from the
plant, equipment or container for a continuous period of 12 months they should be made free of
dangerous goods or otherwise made safe.
Provisions should be made if the dangerous goods container has been made free from
dangerous goods to ensure any references, signs symbols or warnings in regards to dangerous
foods it previously contained have been removed or obliterated.
If dangerous goods have not been put in or taken out of an underground, or partially underground
or fully mounded tank (other than an LPG tank) any remaining dangerous goods must be
removed from the tank and abandon them in accordance with AS 1940. WorkCover must be
notified within 7 days of the abandonment.
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A regular cleaning program should be in place for those areas storing or handling dangerous
goods. This process should include the removing of dust deposits from exposed surfaces. Risks
associated with cleaning should be eliminated or controlled in accordance with the UOW WHS
Risk Management Guidelines.
8.13 Placarding
All dangerous goods in quantities exceeding the “Placarding quantities’ are placarded with the
appropriate warning signage as outlined in appropriate to the class of goods being stored. A
placarding report is available for each storage location in Chem Alert. The WHS Unit will review
the manifest requirements according to Chem Alert to ensure placarding of buildings and
manifests are obtained appropriately on an annual basis.
8.13.1 Outer Warning Placards
HAZCHEM outer warning placarding as specified in the Code of Practice must be displayed at
the entrance of a premises that emergency services would use in the event of an emergency if
the quantities of dangerous goods stored and handled at that premises exceeds the relevant
quantities specified in the column headed “Placarding quantity” in the table in Appendix 1.
8.13.2 Other Placarding Requirements
The following should be placarded in accordance with the NSW WHS Regulation:
• containers or other forms of storage of dangerous goods in bulk
• locations of dangerous goods in bulk, and
• locations where packages are stored and handled.
8.14 Labelling
Each container that holds products is required to be labelled. This includes dangerous goods
which are supplied to or produced by the University. The label must not be removed, defaced or
altered and should be replaced if damaged or hard to read.
Packaged dangerous goods should be labelled in accordance with the ADG Code. If labelling
does not meet requirements of the ADG code provisions should be made to ensure the
appropriate labelling is sought and assigned to the package.
Labelling is also required for containers or transfer systems storing dangerous goods.
8.14.1 Decanting
Hazardous substances that have been decanted are required to be labelled in accordance with
the UOW WHS Hazardous Substance Guidelines.
8.15 Records
8.15.1 Induction and Training
Adequate training should be provided to persons who handle dangerous goods. The Work
Health and Safety Act also require the provision of induction and training. Training should meet
the requirements set out in the UOW Training Guidelines.
8.15.2 Maintenance, Inspections and Repairs
Records should be kept to confirm that maintenance, inspections and repairs of storage areas
and handling processes are regularly carried out.
8.15.3 Documentation
Any documents generated as part of this guideline must meet the requirements as set out in the
WHS Document Control Guidelines.
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8.16 Storage
Dangerous goods in bulk must be stored appropriately so that the container, associated pipe
work and transfer systems are in good condition. Where the need is identified this may include
inspection and maintenance to occur on items that may include but not limited to:
• stable foundations and supports
• installation is free from excessive stress and forces
• protected from deterioration.
Containers, pipe work and attachments holding DG are to be protected from physical damage
which may include impacts, imposed loads and mechanical stress.
8.16.1 Temporary Storage Areas
Control measures should ensure risks associated with temporarily storing dangerous goods in a
temporary storage location is eliminated or controlled in accordance with the UOW WHS Risk
Management Guidelines.
8.17 Incident Management
Incidents including dangerous goods should be managed according to the UOW Incident
Management Guidelines.
8.18 Other Controls
Consideration should be given to minimising quantities of dangerous goods that are kept on site
where possible e.g. purchase 2.5L Winchester instead of 20L drum to minimise handling of
dangerous goods. Any materials handling must be conducted in accordance with the Materials
Handling Guidelines.
8.19 Operations of Storage and Handling in Small Quantities
8.19.1 Packages
Dangerous goods stored in packages must be:
• closed when not in use
• stored on surfaces which will not deteriorate if the package is damaged resulting in a spill
• stored in such a way to minimise the risk of falling, and
• positioned in such a way so that leakage will not affect other dangerous goods.
8.19.2 Transfer
When transferring dangerous goods:
• an appropriate area should be set aside for the purposes of transfer or decanting of
dangerous goods products
• spill containment should be provided to hold the spill of the largest package i.e. bunding;
• vapour or dust generation during transfer should be minimised, and
• where static electricity is generated, appropriate controls measures should be adopted to
minimise the charge build up. This might be in the form of earthing, bonding or relaxation.
• Consideration should be given to minimising the generation of static electricity and for
sources of heat or ignition.
8.19.3 Segregation
Dangerous goods incompatible with other substances should be segregated from other
dangerous goods to eliminate or reduce risk associated with contact such as:
• solids/liquids - 1.5m
• gases - 3m.
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8.19.4 Separation
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Dangerous Goods should be separated from people or property. Where barriers are used these
should be impervious.
8.19.5 Ventilation
The generation of flammable or harmful atmospheric levels should be kept to a minimum using
adequate ventilation. The minimum ventilated area should be 1m 2 for every 50m 2 of floor area.
8.19.6 Fuel dispensing
The following controls must be in place for fuel dispensing:
• any self-service fuel dispensing machine shall not be operated by a person under the age
of 16 years
• the driver of a vehicle being refuelled shall ensure that the vehicle is switched off before
the fuel tank is opened
• the driver of a vehicle being refuelled shall ensure the vehicle remains switched off while
the fuel is being dispensed into the vehicle
• no smoking or any other ignition sources are allowed within 3 metres of any point where
fuel might be exposed, particularly when receiving or dispensing.
8.20 Monitoring and Review
Implemented controls should be reviewed to ensure that they are effective and minimising injury.
This can be completed by inspecting the area or process and identifying if the controls are
maintained and working properly. The effectiveness of controls can also be reviewed by
analysing injuries and incidents which may have occurred.
Risk assessments must be reviewed as per the WHS Risk Management Guidelines and in
addition, a minimum of at least once every 5 years.
9 Transport of Dangerous Goods
Dangerous goods during transport are subject to the regulations for road, rail, sea and air
transport. Dangerous goods transported by air must be packaged by a licences dangerous
goods handler.
Minor transport of Dangerous goods for purposes such as fieldwork, must comply with the
relevant guidelines and SDS including segregation from food stuffs, and as appropriate labelling
and signage.
Dangerous goods should not be transported within the cabin of the vehicle.
10 Security Sensitive Dangerous Substances
As per the NSW legislation, a licence is required to possess and store explosives and/or security
sensitive dangerous goods (SSDG). Under the new legislation, fertilizers and other ammonium
nitrate products that contain more than 45 per cent ammonium nitrate are designated SSDS, and
their access and use is restricted. Those wishing to obtain a licence must satisfy a police and
commonwealth agencies national probity assessment.
It is now illegal to possess Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate (SSAN, includes any emulsion,
gel, suspension or mixture with greater than 45% ammonium nitrate) without a licence.
Exemptions are made for quantities less than 3kg which are being used for educational or
research purposes at a school, university or research institution.
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There are a number of controls to be implemented for these types of substances. Further detail
can be found in the ‘Security plan for storage and handling of explosives’ from WorkCover NSW.
11 Program evaluation
In order to ensure that these guidelines continue to be effective and applicable to the University,
the program will be reviewed regularly by the WHS Unit and relevant stakeholders. Conditions
which might warrant a review of the guidelines on a more frequent basis would include:
• an injury or near miss resulting from storage and handling of dangerous goods
• incidents related to storage and handling of dangerous goods
• changes to legislation and associated standards
• employee or Employer concern.
Following completion of any review, the program will be revised and, if necessary, updated in
order to correct any deficiencies.
12 Related documents
• WHS Legislative Compliance Guidelines
• WHS Risk Management Guidelines
• Hazardous Substances Guidelines
• Purchasing Materials and Substances
• Consultation
13 References
• WHS Act 2011
• WHS Regulation 2011
• Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods, Code of Practice;
• Gas Supply (Consumer Safety) Regulation 2004
• Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Regulation 2009
• Explosives Act 2003, NSW
• Explosives Regulation 2005;
• Storage and handling of explosives (including explosives precursors): Security plan
• AS1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP Gas
• AS1894:1997 The storage and handling of non-flammable cryogenic and refrigerated
liquids
• AS1940:2004 The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids
• AS2022:2003 Anhydrous ammonia - Storage and handling
• AS 2030.1-2009 Gas cylinders – General requirements
• AS2030.2-1996 The verification, filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of cylinders
for the storage and transport of compressed gases - Cylinders for dissolved acetylene
• AS2187.1-1998 Explosives –Storage, transport and use – Storage
• AS2187.2 2006 Explosives – Storage and Use – Use of explosives
• AS/NZS 2243.1:2005 Safety in Laboratories - Planning and Operational Aspects
• AS/NZS 2243.2:2006 Safety in Laboratories – Chemical Aspects
• AS/NZS 2243.3:2010 Safety in Laboratories – Microbiological Aspects and Containment
• AS 2243.4-1998 Safety in Laboratories – Ionizing Radiation
• AS/NZS 2243.5:2004 Safety in Laboratories – Non-ionizing Radiations – Electromagnetic,
Sound and Ultrasound
• AS 2243.6-2010 Safety in Laboratories – Plant and Equipment Aspects
• AS2243.7-1991 Safety in Laboratories – Electrical Aspects
• AS/NZS 2243.8:2006 Safety in Laboratories – Fume Cupboards
• AS/NZS 2243.9:2009 Safety in Laboratories – Recirculating Fume Cabinets
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• AS/NZS 2243.10:2004 Safety in Laboratories – Storage of Chemicals
• AS2381.1:2005 Electrical equipment for explosive gas atmospheres - Selection,
installation and maintenance - General requirements
• AS2507-1998 The storage and handling of agricultural and veterinary chemicals
• AS2714-2008 The storage and handling of organic peroxides
• AS2927:2001 Storage & handling of liquefied chlorine gas
• AS3000:2007 Electrical installations(known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
• AS3780-2008 The storage & handling of Corrosive Substances
• AS3961-2005 The storage and handling of liquefied natural gas
• AS4081:2001 The storage and handling of liquid and liquefied polyfunctional isocyanates;
• AS4289-1995 Oxygen & acetylene gas reticulation systems
• AS4326-2008 The storage and handling of oxidising agents
• AS4452:1997 The storage and handling of toxic substances
• Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008 (2004)]
• Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (7 th Edition).
14 Version Control Table
Version Date
Approved By Amendment
Control Released
1 February 1999 Manager WHS Document updated
2 January 2003 Manager WHS Scheduled review minor changes only.
3 January 2005 Manager WHS Scheduled review minor changes only.
4 May 2007 Manager WHS Document updated to reflect legislative requirements (Code
of Practice) and incorporate Dangerous Goods Notification
Guidelines 063.
5 April 2010 Manager WHS Scheduled review. Minor changes with alignment to
National Audit Tool requirements and Code of Practice.
6 August 2010 Manager WHS Document updated to incorporate the Personnel name
change to Human Resources Division.
7 March 2012 Manager WHS Rebrand
8 March 2013 Manager WHS Legislative review and update
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Appendix 1: Notification Quantities
WorkCover must be notified where quantities of dangerous goods exceed those listed in the
following table as listed in the Code of Practice.
Item Description of dangerous Packing group Placard quantity Manifest
goods
quantity
1 Class 2
Class 2.1 NA 5,00 L 5,000 L
Class 2.2, Subsidiary risk 5.1 NA 2,000 L 10,000 L
Class 2.3 NA 50 L 500 L
Aerosols NA 5,000 L 10,000 L
Cryogenic fluids NA 1,000 L 10,000 L
2 Class, 3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2,
6.1 or 8
I 50 kg or L 500 kg or L
II 2,50 kg or L 2,500 kg or L
III 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
Mixed packing groups in a single class with
the quantity of each packing group below the
specified quantity for the packing group
1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
3 Class 9 II 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
III 5,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
Mixed packing groups in class 9 with the
quantity of each packing group below the
specified quantity for the packing group.
5,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
4 Mixed classes of dangerous
goods where none of the classes,
types of Packing Groups present
exceeds the quantities specified
for the relevant quantity in item, 1,
2, 3 of this table
5 C1 combustible liquids stored or
handled with fire risk dangerous
goods where none of the classes,
types or Packing Groups present
exceeds the quantities in items 1,
2, or 3 of this table.
6 Goods too dangerous to be
transported that are not kept in a
laboratory
7 C1 combustible liquids in bulk
stored and handled separately
from other dangerous goods
NA 5,000 kg or L
(applies if the
placard quantity of
individual class is
5,000 kg/L)
2,000 kg or l
(applies if placrd
quantity for all
classes is 2,000 kg
or L
10,000 kg or L
NA 1,000 kg or L 10,000 kg or L
NA Any quantity Any quantity
NA
10,000 L
100,000 L
C1 combustible liquids stored and
handled in packages separately
from other dangerous goods.
C1 combustible liquids in bulk
and in packages stored and
handled separately from other
dangerous goods provided the
quantity in bulk is 10,000 L or
less.
50,000 L
50,000 L
100,000 L
100,000 L
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