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Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Learning Tool T-1040

Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Learning Tool T-1040. This work has been produced by DGL (Aust) Pty Ltd

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Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Learning Tool T-1040

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  1. Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Learning Tool T-1040 This work has been produced by DGL (Aust) Pty Ltd This Learner’s Tool is about the skills and knowledge required to store and warehouse Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods at DGL (Aust) facilities. This includes operational requirements for the safe and efficient control of all functions and effective management of hazardous situations.

  2. Before you get started • It is important that you complete all sections in this learning tool as it has been designed so that • You can abide by the procedures of our organization. • You can apply what you have learnt in this package in your day to day activities • This Learning Tool is designed to be relevant only to DGL (Aust) Pty Ltd employees and only applied whilst employed with DGL (Aust) Pty Ltd • You may have already acquired knowledge in the area identified in this package as you may have completed some specialized training. Or you may have been working within the industry for some time. Should you identify any improvement opportunities in the information contained in this package or have difficulties completing the package please contact National Training and Compliance Manager DGL (Aust) Pty Ltd PO BOX 1594 EAGLE FARM QLD 4009 Ph 07 3868 1001 Fax 07 3868 1055

  3. Definition of a Class 9 • A class 9 product is defined as • Substances and articles (miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)are substances and articles which, during transport present a danger not covered by otherclasses. • Genetically modified micro-organisms (GMMOs) and genetically modified organisms (GMOs)are micro-organisms and organisms in which genetic material has been purposelyaltered through genetic engineering in a way that does not occur naturally. • (Note 1) • Note (1) Source the Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition page 129

  4. Properties of Class 9 • Class 9 includes, inter alia: • (a) environmentally hazardous substances which are not covered by other classes; • (b) elevated temperature substances (i.e. substances that are transported or offered for transport at temperatures equal to or exceeding 100 °C in a liquid state or at temperatures equal or exceeding 240 °C in a solid state); • (c) GMMOs or GMOs which do not meet the definition of infectious substances but which are capable of altering animals, plants or microbiological substances in a way not normally the result of natural reproduction. They must be assigned to UN 3245. • (Note 2) • Note (2) Source the Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition page 129

  5. Class Label for Class 9 (Note 1). Note (1) Source the Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition page 428

  6. Classification of Class 9 Products • The basic elements for classification of environmentally hazardous substances (aquatic environment) are:- • acute aquatic toxicity; and • - potential for or actual bioaccumulation; and • - degradation (biotic or abiotic) for organic chemicals; and • - chronic aquatic toxicity. • (Note 1) • Note (1) Source the Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition page 130

  7. Storage • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF ASBESTOS (UN 2212 AND UN 2590) • In most countries, States and Territories, special legislative and regulatory requirements, including hazardous substances regulations and exposure limits, apply to the storage and handling of asbestos. • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF BENZALDEHYDE (UN 1990) • Storage in tanks • For bulk storage of benzaldehyde, tanks made from ASTM A 240 Type 304 stainless steel are preferred, although tanks lined with baked phenolic resin are also suitable. Copper or brass should be avoided, as they are readily attacked by benzaldehyde. Nitrogen padding should be used, to minimize the oxidation of the benzaldehyde to benzoic acid. Tank openings should be inspected regularly, as benzoic acid can form and clog the openings. • Pipework and pumps • Teflon insert-type gaskets may be used on flanged lines. Ordinary centrifugal pumps with mechanical seals are suitable for use with benzaldehyde. The pumps and pipelines shall be purged with nitrogen before pumping through an empty line. The pump case shall also be purged after the pump has been drained.

  8. Storage continued • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF AMMONIUM NITRATE FERTILIZERS (UN 2071) • Storage requirements • The following directions shall apply: • (a) Keep away from combustible materials (e.g. diesel fuel, grease, oil, hay, straw, or grain), and any potential sources of heat or fire. • (b) Do not use naked lights in the storage area. • (c) The storage area should be dry and well-ventilated. • (d) In order to prevent physical breakdown due to extremes in temperature, do not store the product in direct sunlight. • (e) Ensure a high standard of housekeeping in the storage area. • Handling requirements • The following directions shall apply: • (a) Avoid excessive generation of dust. • (b) Avoid contamination by combustible materials (e.g. oil or grease) or incompatible materials (e.g. reducing agents, acids, alkalis, sulfur, chlorates, chlorides, chromates, nitrites, permanganates, metallic powders and substances containing metals such as zinc or copper). • (c) Avoid unnecessary exposure to the atmosphere, in order to prevent moisture ingress. • (d) Use appropriate personal protective equipment, e.g. gloves. • (e) Dust or particles may be friction-sensitive. They should be prevented from accumulating in the vicinity of sliding surfaces or bearings, or under moving wheels.

  9. Storage continued • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (UN 3077 AND UN 3082) • Store location • The following principles apply: • (a) Avoid proximity to water courses and open stormwater channels. • (b) Ensure the store is protected against flooding and is above the highest recorded flood level. • (c) The separation and segregation requirements of Clauses 3.2.2.1 and 3.2.2.2 apply. • Spillage containment • Stores, whether external or internal, shall be provided with a means of either containing a spill or diverting it to a compound within the boundaries of the premises. All areas used for decanting shall have floors that are capable of containing a spill or diverting it to a suitable compound within the boundaries of the premises.

  10. Storage continued • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF ELEVATED TEMPERATURE LIQUIDS (UN 3257) AND ELEVATED TEMPERATURE SOLIDS (UN 3258) • Separation distances and spillage containment • Elevated temperature liquids in above-ground tanks shall be separated by the following distances: • (a) At least 15 m from protected places and public places. • (b) At least 10 m from any— • (i) on-site facilities not directly connected with the storage or handling of the substances; • (ii) dangerous goods stores other than for elevated temperature substances; • (iii) accumulations of flammable or combustible materials; or • (iv) goods or equipment which could be significantly affected by heat exposure (e.g. pressure vessels and piping). • The separation distance may be reduced if a written risk assessment provides conclusive evidence (e.g. temperature measurements, heat flux calculations) that a reduced distance does not significantly increase the risks in normal operation and in all foreseeable emergencies. • Spillage containment for rapidly solidifying liquids (e.g. molten metal) may be achieved by kerbing or guttering rather than by a bunded compound. Any method of spillage containment shall ensure compliance with the provisions of Spillage contaminent in 3082 & 3077 and Items (a) and (b) above. • Flammable vapours • Some elevated temperature liquids (e.g. pitch or heat transfer oil) can emit vapours in flammable concentrations. Ignition sources should be kept at least 3 m away from opened drums, tank vents, fill points and any other points where vapours might escape. The interiors of tanks and drums (even when cooled down) should be regarded as containing flammable vapours unless confirmed safe. • NOTE: Special caution is required for any internal or external work involving naked flames or spark-producing equipment such as electric power tools or angle grinders. Spot heating (e.g. by welding torch) can release flammable vapours from ‘cold’ residue. • Hazard prevention • Storage and handling areas shall be— • (a) provided with safety guards to prevent falling (e.g. into in-ground molten zinc baths, or from surrounding landings or overhead gantries); • (b) provided with protection from violent splashing or welling-up of hot liquid (e.g. due to insertion of articles to be hot-dipped); • (c) protected from contact with liquids, including fire-fighting water, unless such contact is part of the process or has been assessed as being safe; and • (d) designed and operated to prevent the release of vapours or dusts in harmful concentrations.

  11. Storage continued • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF STABILIZED FISHMEAL (UN 2216) • The following special storage requirements and recommendations apply: • (a) Moisture protection shall be provided. • (b) The goods should be stored at below 35°C, or 5°C above ambient temperature, whichever is the higher. • (c) Packaged goods should be stacked so that each package has at least one exposed surface, to reduce the risk of heat build-up. • (d) The temperature of bulk storages should be monitored, e.g. by inserting a pipe and thermometer into the core of the bulk storage. • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF SOLID CARBON DIOXIDE (DRY ICE) (UN 1845) • Areas where dry ice is stored or used shall be ventilated effectively at all times, to prevent the accumulation of asphyxiating gas. Gas monitoring, or confined space procedures (see AS 2865) should be considered. • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBs) (UN 2315) • Special legislative and regulatory requirements apply to the storage and handling of PCBs. These substances shall not be stored or handled unless appropriate advice has first been obtained. • Small items (e.g. capacitors from fluorescent lights) may be removed from equipment and kept in appropriately marked and secured containers.

  12. Storage continued • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF POLYMERIC BEADS (UN 2211) AND PLASTICS MOULDING COMPOUND (UN 3314) • These substances liberate flammable vapours. Unless they are kept in essentially vapour tight packaging (e.g. sealed drums or bags), the following requirements apply: • (a) Effective ventilation shall be provided. • (b) Any storage or handling area (including packaging operations) shall be separated from ignition sources by at least 3 m. • NOTE: Packaging operations involving plastic foils can cause a build-up of static electricity which might become an ignition source. • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STORAGE AND HANDLING OF AIR BAG INFLATORS (UN 3268), CHEMICAL OR FIRST AID KITS (UN 3316), LITHIUM BATTERIES CONTAINED IN OR PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT (UN 3091) AND LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES (UN 2990 AND UN 3072) • Equipment and kits containing these types of dangerous goods shall not be modified or the dangerous goods tampered with or removed from the equipment. However, batteries may be charged or replaced in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions. Dangerous goods components that have been removed from the equipment (e.g. gas cylinders that have been removed from self-inflating life rafts) shall be re-classified in compliance with the ADG Code/NZS 5433, and stored and handled accordingly. • (Note1) • Note (1) Source the Australian AS 4681:2000 The storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles page 32, 33, 34 & 35

  13. Management of Leaks • General • Care shall be taken to prevent leaks and spills, and to control them if they do occur. Cleanup action shall be initiated immediately. Action to clean up any spill or leak shall be commenced as soon as the spill or leak is detected. Leaked or spilled dangerous goods shall be kept and disposed of in accordance with the criteria of the ADG code & Local Waste Disposal Authority. The supplier of the product should be contacted regarding disposal. • Clean-up materials and equipment • In order to deal with leaks and spills, clean-up equipment, chemicals for neutralizing or decontaminating spills, and absorbent materials shall be maintained at every premises at which dangerous goods are kept or handled. Sufficient neutralizer should be available to treat the contents of the largest container stored. • The following is a typical list of such materials and equipment: • (a) Adequate quantities of absorbent material, e.g. sand, fuller’s earth or suitable proprietary substances. • (b) A sufficient number of resealable waste-recovery containers, e.g. drums, made of materials compatible with the dangerous goods being kept, and appropriately marked as being for emergency use only. • (c) Portable pumps and decanting equipment. • (d) Shovels. • (e) Yard broom.

  14. Management of Leaks Continued • Clean-up procedures • At every occurrence of a leak or spill, the emergency plan shall be implemented and consideration given to notifying the emergency services. NOTE: Emergency services should be notified when— • (a) the dangerous goods have spread, or have the potential to spread, beyond the boundary of the installation; • (b) it is beyond the resources of the occupiers to clean up the spill or leak effectively and safely; • (c) the protective equipment is inadequate for dealing with the situation; • (d) staff are not experienced in dealing with the situation; and • (e) staff and the public are, or could potentially be, placed at risk. • Leaking packages should be positioned in such a manner as to stop or minimize the leak. If necessary leaking packages shall be moved to a safe location. The package should either be placed in a suitable container, e.g. a plastic bag or oversize drum, or its contents should be transferred to a clean packaging. The exterior of such clean packaging shall be clearly labelled • Small spills on the floor, or on the walls or structures of a building, should be collected, absorbed or diluted, as appropriate. Where spills are absorbed, the used absorbent shall be placed in a suitable waste container for disposal in accordance with Section 8 as soon as practicable. • Note (1) • Note (1) Source the Australian AS 4681:2000 The storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles page 39

  15. Personal Habits • The following directions shall be followed by all persons whose work involves handling the dangerous goods: • (a) Do not introduce, keep or consume any food or drink, or use tobacco, in any area where the dangerous goods are kept or handled. • (b) After handling any dangerous goods, always wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet, and after work. • (c) Immediately attend to any injuries caused by contact, or suspected contact, with dangerous goods. • The above directions, or wording to the same effect, shall be prominently displayed in the • work area. • Note (1) • Note (1) Source the Australian AS 4681:2000 The storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles page 30 & 31

  16. First Aid • A first aid station shall be provided and maintained, in a clean area. It shall comprise, as a minimum— • (a) a suitable first aid kit; • (b) eyewash facilities; and • (c) a poster showing the correct method of resuscitation. • Where applicable, first aid facilities shall include special provisions for dealing with accidents involving elevated temperature dangerous goods. At least one person on the premises should be trained in first aid. A list of personnel responsible for first aid should be shown on all notice boards in the premises. Occupational health regulations for first aid facilities shall also be observed. • Note (1) • Note (1) Source the Australian AS 4681:2000 The storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles page 32

  17. Test your knowledge • Through the following slides you will be asked an number of questions to show that you have understood the content of this learning tool • Please record your answer on the training form F-260. • You will be required to submit the answers to the DGL HSEQ unit

  18. Question 1 • When is a Class 9 product defined as Class 9 ? • a) Organisms that have been genetically engineered in a way that does not occur naturally • b) When you mix 9 different products together • c) When it presents a danger for transport not covered by other classes • d) Both A & C

  19. Question 2 • How many properties are there of Class 9? • a) 6 • b) 7 • c) 3 • d) 9

  20. Question 3 • According to the Class 9 Placard what are it’s distinctive features? • a) Seven vertical stripes in lower half & text • b) Seven vertical stripes in upper half & text • c) Nine vertical stripes in upper half & text • d) Nine vertical stripes in lower half & text

  21. Question 4 • How many Classifications of environmentally hazardous substances are there? • a) 9 • b) 3 • c) 1 • d) 4

  22. Question 5 • What form of Class 9 produces asphyxiating gases? • a) Solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) UN 1845 • b) Polymeric Beads (UN2211) & Plastics Moulding Compounds (UN3314) • c) Lifesaving Appliances (UN2290) • d) Stabilized Fishmeal (UN2216)

  23. Question 6 • If I was storing Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizers (UN2071) what would be some of the requirements? • a) Keep with Combustible Materials • b) Store outside in the sun • c) Do not sweep the dust use a hose • d) None of the above

  24. Question 7 • What should take place after handling Class 9 products prior to doing other personal tasks? • a) Have a cigarette • b) Wash your hands • c) Have a break • d) Move on to handling other dangerous goods

  25. Question 8 • Where should a leaking package be moved to? • a) Dumped in the rubbish bin • b) To the transit area • c) To a safe location • d) On the back of a truck and taken to the local dump

  26. Additional information • For more information on Class 9 products the following sources may be of assistance • Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition • Available to all DGL employees via the company’s intranet • Australian AS 4681:2000 The storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles

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