Abstract

Provides guidance on the selection of the AS 1678 emergency procedure guides (EPGs) and group text emergency procedure guides (GTEPGs) required when transporting dangerous goods. Information on completing and using an EPG is included. Provides alphabetical and numerical lists of dangerous goods for which EPGs and GTEPGs are available, based on the sixth edition of ADG Code.

Scope

This Standard provides lists of Emergency Procedure Guides (EPGs) and Group Text Emergency Procedure Guides (GTEPGs) and guidance on their selection, completion and use. This Standard should serve as a reference when selecting the appropriate EPG for a particular type of dangerous goods.
This Standard is intended to be used in conjunction with HB 76, the AS 1678 series and the 6th edition of the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods (ADG Code). Where a UN Number of Proper Shipping Name does not appear in the list, HB 76 should be consulted.
This Standard does not apply to dangerous goods of Classes 1 (explosive) or 7 (radioactive).

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If no project proposal, meeting the quality criteria, is received within the 12 month timeframe, the document shall be withdrawn.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 99257 CP AS 2931-1994