Abstract

Sets out requirements and recommendations for the safe storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles, in packages, IBCs and bulk. Advice is given on fire protection, waste disposal, operations and personnel safety. Guidelines for emergency procedures are also provided.

Scope

This Standard sets out requirements and recommendations for the safe storage and handling of dangerous goods and articles of Class 9 (i.e. miscellaneous dangerous goods and articles), as classified by the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods—Model Regulations, and listed in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code)/NZS 5433. It covers these goods in packages, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and bulk.
NOTE: A current list of Class 9 dangerous goods, taken from the 11th revised edition of the UN recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods—Model Regulations, is given in Appendix A of this Standard.
In New Zealand, this Standard covers dangerous goods and articles of Class 9, which may differ from Class 9 as defined by HSNO legislation.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Pending Revision indicates that as a result of the Aged Standards review process, the document needs updating. If no project proposal, meeting the quality criteria, is received within the 12 month timeframe, the document shall be withdrawn.
Pages
ISBN
Committee	CH-009
Supersedes	DR 99512