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Abstract

Specifies the test methods and certain performance requirements for rigid plastic containers, manufactured by any method and having nominal capacities up to and including 250 L or 400 kg.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee PK-025 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 11 November 2015.
The following are represented on Technical Committee PK-025:
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Australian Paint Manufacturers’ Federation
Canmakers Institute of Australia
Printing Industries Association of Australia

Scope

This Standard outlines test methods and certain performance requirements for rigid plastic containers manufactured by any method and having nominal capacities of up to and including 250 L or 400 kg.
It is applicable to containers for non-dangerous goods and, with limitations (see Preface), for dangerous goods.
NOTES:
1 The use of this Standard may involve exposure to hazardous materials, operations and equipment.
This Standard does not purport to address all the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of whoever uses it to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices, and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2 Appendix A provides purchasing guidelines which may be specified by the purchaser at the time of enquiry or order.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 27/05/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand Reconfirmation Notice 27/05/2016
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ISBN
Committee	PK-025
Supersedes	AS 1936-1976 AS 2767.1-1985 DR 89062