Storing dangerous goods has never been an exactly easy task, specially if they are inside, and in close proximity to people, or hazards such as electrical sources and non-compatible substances.
Which is why, where the conditions allow, DG’s are often better stored outside – out of harm’s way.
However, just putting them outdoors doesn’t remove all the challenges. There are still rules and regulations that apply; security, secondary containment, and segregating them from the other substances nearby that need considering.
To meet those challenges, there have been a number of interesting solutions over time. These range from; cheap and cheerful garden sheds, modified shipping containers, or for the more industrial minded, small concrete bunkers. (These require some serious equipment to move them around!)
However, as the list of dangerous goods grows and evolves, and regulations continue to tighten up, it seems that we’re caught in a spot of bother, trying to match our changing DG requirements, with solutions that haven’t moved with the times.
Thinking this through over the past year or two, the team at Hazero realised that the ball was in our court. It was up to us to find a new way of doing storage, that is relevant to Kiwis today.
Working with the New Zealand market for as long as we have, has given us a unique insight into what Kiwi businesses need when storing dangerous goods outside.
Number one: compliance with current regulations – no if’s or but’s on that one. Secondly, they need to be versatile, and have the ability to be easily moved or reconfigured to suit businesses’ changing needs. Finally they need to be able to handle the demands of our (often unrelenting) environment. In short: tough and reliable – without costing the earth.
We set to work and with our own team, building a range from the ground up. Always keeping the unique demands of Kiwi business at the forefront of our thinking.
We made sure the designs met what was necessary to store those DG’s outside compliantly. (Critical elements, like non-combustible materials, decent sized spill containment areas, and generous ventilation – that sort of thing.)
Then we made the varying model sizes as uniform as possible. This meant we maximised steel sheet efficiency, and minimised waste. (It also helped keep the costs down.)
Then we came up with a game-changer: no welded components. Nowadays, having to have a fully welded outdoor store is very ‘industrial revolution’. Instead one of our design innovators came up with one single sized bolt, that holds each and every Hazero part together. No welding means way more versatility for the user, without losing a grain of strength. And there’s less environmental impact along the way. Genius!
Once the range and designs were decided, and testing done, we set to work on the packaging. In what is pretty much a first for New Zealand, we decided we won’t be responsible for contributing to NZ being the world’s dumping ground for polystyrene.
We did away with anything that couldn’t be recycled while making sure the stores were still well protected, on their journey.
In another world first (and best!), the Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”. It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your requirements over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it.
Free of charge.
You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product only for good, and as intended.
Shield your people. Shield your business.
De-risking New Zealand
The new Hazero Outdoor DG stores are another step towards our commitment to de-risking New Zealand.
As an intergenerational Kiwi company, we have serious skin in the game when it comes to protecting our environment, New Zealanders, and the reputations of the businesses which drive our economy and provide employment. We’re here for life – ours and yours.
We want you to have the best products, the safest work place and to help protect your environment and community. Whatever way suits you best.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range will help you store, contain and control, and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Outdoor DG Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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]]>Many workplaces only carry small amounts of dangerous goods, which means they can be safely and compliantly stored indoors, in most cases within dedicated indoor storage cabinets. While larger amounts can be stored inside, this is often prohibitive as it mostly requires the construction of very costly, purpose-built, fire-rated rooms.
For most workplaces storing larger containers (200L drums, 1,000L IBC’s) or larger overall quantities, of dangerous goods, the most effective solution is to store them outdoors, in a dedicated DG Store.
What are the requirements of an Outdoor DG Store?
Within the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017, there are 4 types of stores where you can hold your dangerous goods, which in summary are:
- Type A: an external area, that is secured and designated for hazardous substances
- Type B: a framed building that is designated for hazardous substances, with non-combustible cladding and secondary containment
- Type C: a building designed for hazardous substances, with a fire resistance rating of 120/120/120 minutes
- Type D: a building designed for hazardous substances, with a fire resistance rating of 240/240/240 minutes, with a reinforced concrete roof
The Hazero range of outdoor dangerous goods stores are classified as Type B, which suits the majority of situations across New Zealand worksites. Type C and D buildings may be required for high volumes of flammable liquids, particularly in cases where space is an issue, and the store is required to be in close proximity to a building or boundary.
Why do I need an Outdoor Store and what are the benefits?
An outdoor store is required in situations where the quantity of hazardous substances held onsite, is more than what can be safely stored within indoor storage cabinets.
Having an outdoor store can also benefit a business that wants to reduce risk or limit access to their substances and have them stored further away from production or operational areas.
What are the differences between an indoor store and outdoor store?
The main difference is their capacities. Taking Class 3 (flammable) substances for example, you can only store up to an aggregate of 250L within your indoor flammable cabinet, and the most you can have in one area or floor, is 750L – which equates to 3 x 250L cabinets.
An outdoor store can hold many times more than that. However, it is important to remember that the more you hold within your outdoor store, the further it has to be located from your building or site boundary.
Why should I choose this model?
The new Hazero Outdoor DG Stores are brand- new solutions: designed from the ground up and specifically around our requirements for safely storing hazardous substances. They are designed and fabricated right here in New Zealand to the tough and demanding conditions that our climate and industries require.
Their genius is in their simplicity to set up and install, and their flexibility to suit the ever-changing requirements of your worksite.
Size options
We’ve designed the range to cover the widest scope of requirements. Starting with the single door 160L, this and the next size up, the 250L, are ideal for segregating smaller amounts of dangerous goods by holding them outdoors. From there we move up to the 500 and 1,000L models, which can take up to 200L drums. The beauty of these is that while it can hold a large drum, the adjustable/removeable shelf system means you can also store smaller containers at the same time – either alongside or even above.
Next up are two models that will hold either a pallet or two of 200L drums, or the larger 1,000L IBC units. Then finally, the largest units – 1,800L or 3,600L – are designed for users that have unprescribed or varying requirements when storing DG’s outside. Anything from pallet loads of batteries, small 20L drums of oil, through to IBC’s of waste product, these stores have the versatility to get you sorted in no time at all.
What are the ventilation requirements?
Ventilation is an important requirement for outdoor stores holding hazardous substances. The Hazero Outdoor DG Stores come with large vented panels, providing great airflow keeping temperatures low, particularly during the warmer times of the year.
What are the maximum storage quantities?
The storage limitations of the store is set by the sump capacity of the store. You will need to determine
the aggregate quantities of the different Classes of substances you have on hand, and the necessary level of secondary containment that is required for that amount.
You can find more details on secondary containment requirements for the different Classes here.
Where should I put my Hazero Outdoor DG Store?
The location of your store and the distance it must be from a protected place, e.g. building, boundary etc, is determined by the aggregate amount you have, and what Class or Classes of substance. More details of the separation distances, relative to the product stored, can be found in Schedule 12 of the Health & Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017 – or be free to ask a Hazero representative for help.
What signage does my Hazero Outdoor DG Store need?
Hazard signage is necessary on the outside of your DG Store and needs to clearly depict the substance class (or classes) held within. Hazero DG Stores come with a pack of some different hazard decals, but it is user responsibility to ensure the correct decals are affixed to the store once located.
The larger units (1800 & 3600L) come with a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) holder affixed to the outside of one of the doors, which allow the user to safely house the SDS relating to the substances held inside.
What do I need to know about incompatible substances?
The secondary containment areas of these stores are one shared space, meaning that the substances stored above, must be compatible and not react with each other, should they mix in the containment area below.
What can I store in a Hazero Outdoor DG Store?
These stores can be used for almost all Classes of substances, providing they are not held with other non-compatible products and the relevant signage, secondary containment and separation distance requirements are met.
How do I assemble a Hazero Outdoor DG Store?
While some of the smaller stores come pre-assembled and while key components are already made-up, most Hazero Outdoor DG Stores will require some assembly. These steps are made simple and can be easily followed by the supplied instruction sheets. What assembly is necessary, requires no specialist tools or equipment – although for the larger stores, we do recommend having at least 2 able-bodied persons on hand during assembly. Our support team are always on hand to step through any assembly questions you might have during installation.
The Hazero Shield of Honour
In another world first (and best!), the Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”. It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your requirements over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it.
Free of charge.
You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product only for good, and as intended.
Shield your people. Shield your business.Creating safer working environments
We want you to have the best products, the safest work place and to help protect your environment and community. Whatever way suits you best.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Outdoor DG Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment?
Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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]]>What are Dangerous Goods Cabinets?
Dangerous goods, also known as DG’s, are substances that can pose a risk to people and the environment. Storing dangerous goods safely is vital in keeping you and the people around you from harm.
Hazero dangerous goods cabinets help you store your DGs safely and compliantly. There are specific cabinets for each dangerous goods class, to comply with legislation governing each DG class.
Hazero Storage Cabinets range from Flammable, to Corrosive, through to Toxic, Oxidising Agents, as well Aerosols and Gas Cylinders and Agrichemicals.
If you need a quality, reliable cabinet to suits your needs – indoors or outdoors, there’s a Hazero cabinet for you.
Design and Compliance
Hazero storage cabinets are designed right here in New Zealand for our conditions and standards.
As an example, the Hazero Flammable Cabinet – 160L (41-0304), is built to comply with the design requirements of the AS1940:2017 Standard and will safely store class 3 flammable liquids.
Features include:
Quality
Hazero Cabinets are designed and fabricated in New Zealand to New Zealand and Australian Standards. Personalized production, makes for impeccable consistency across the storage range.
Each Hazero cabinet is quality checked by our own New Zealand technicians.
When you purchase a Hazero cabinet you are purchasing the real thing. Not an offshore imitation.
The Hazero Shield of Honour
The Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”.
It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your expectations over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it. Free of charge.
You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked.
Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product as intended and in accordance with existing legislation.
Shield your people. Shield your business.
Expert advice, from an expert team
We’re a NZ owned and operated company with a team based across multiple locations throughout NZ. Purchasing a Hazero supports jobs here in New Zealand, while we’re supporting local businesses, their employees and the environment.
Our team have been in the industry since 2006 and since then we’ve helped numerous companies across a wide range of industries, helping them to create safer, compliant working environments.
Hazero is one of the most trusted brands in DG storage, containment and control. When you purchase a Hazero product you are supported throughout your entire buyer journey.
With unbeatable levels of stock we can ensure prompt and efficient delivery from one end of the country to the other.
Our team can also advise you to ensure you are complying with the relevant legislation you need to meet by law.
Don’t waste another minute. Choose a Hazero cabinet today and help create a safer working environment for your people and protect your community and our planet.
Creating safer working environments
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Cabinets here.
Need help creating a safer working environment?
Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
Content above falls under the Hazero Disclaimer, for more information click here]]>Storing dangerous goods indoors is more of a challenge today that it ever has been. That said, there have been a range of solutions available for a number of years.
In the early 20th Century, as industries expanded and the use of DG’s increased, the need for safer storage was apparent. Initial regulations in the USA and Europe focussed on storing and handling the substances.
Indoor storage cabinets evolved, and since the 1950’s, stricter safety regulations have made the use of these cabinets mandatory in many industries.
However most cabinets today are equivalents or derivatives of what originated in the USA and Europe all those years ago. And what worked (or works) on the other side of the world, doesn’t always work for us in New Zealand.
The DG’s themselves have different sizing, different classifications, and different storage requirements. But we’ve been stuck with designs – or cheap copies of designs – that originated half a world away.
A cabinet specifically designed by Kiwi business for Kiwi business, has been about as rare as Moa sightings.
In mulling this over, we decided that it was time that changed.
Working with the New Zealand market for as long as we have, has given us a unique insight into what Kiwi businesses need in an indoor storage cabinet.
It needs to be compliant with our regulations – no if’s or but’s on that one. It needs to be versatile, and have the ability to be moved or reconfigured to suit businesses’ changing needs. And, it needs to be tough and reliable – without costing the earth. (In terms of dollars and impact to the environment!).
So, we set to work and with our very own team, building a range from the ground up. Without the limitations of offshore designs, or worse still, cheap copies. (Watch out for these!)
We made sure the designs met the latest WorkSafe requirements. (The self-closing requirement, the exact sump height, the precise wall thickness – that sort of thing.)
Then we made the varying model sizes as uniform in dimensions as possible. This meant we maximised steel sheet efficiency, and minimised waste. That also helped keep the costs down. Then we came up with a game-changer: no welded components. Today, welding a cabinet together is dinosaur-thinking. One of our design innovators came up with one single sized bolt, that holds each and every cabinet together. No welding means more versatility without losing a grain of strength. And there’s less environmental impact. Genius!
We tested and re-tested the products. And tested them again. And again. The brand new, self-closing design didn’t just get cycle-tested a few times. It got tested hundreds of times. (And worked like a dream).
Once we had the range and designs decided, and the testing done, we set to work on the packaging. In what is pretty much a first for New Zealand, we decided we won’t be responsible for contributing to NZ being the world’s dumping ground for polystyrene.
We did away with anything that couldn’t be recycled while, making sure the cabinets were well protected.
Another world first (and best!) the Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”. It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your requirements over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it. Free of charge. You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product only for good, and as intended.
Shield your people. Shield your business.
Find out more here
Chemshed is still one of the most respected names in the DG storage market. This range will still be available from our manufacturing line in Australia, with limited stocks held here in New Zealand. If the new Hazero range doesn’t rise beyond your requirements, or you are a die-hard Chemshed user, then rest assured, these will be available for a long time yet.
De-risking New Zealand
The new products are another step towards our commitment to de-risking New Zealand.
As an intergenerational Kiwi company, we have serious skin in the game when it comes to protecting our environment, New Zealanders, and the reputations of the businesses which drive our economy and provide employment. We’re here for life.
We want you to have the best products, the safest work place and to help protect your environment and community. Whatever way suits you best.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Indoor Cabinets here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
Content above falls under the Hazero Disclaimer, for more information click here. ]]>When storing Class 6.1A, 6.1B and 6.1C substances in quantities above the following thresholds, a hazardous substance location (HSL) must be established. There are specific rules for storing these substances in an HSL, depending on the type of HSL.
]]>Toxic substances are a class 6 dangerous good and are subdivided into two classes, class 6.1 – toxic substances or class 6.2 – infectious substances.
Class 6.1 - Toxic substances
These are substances liable either to cause death or serious injury or to harm human health if swallowed or inhaled, or by skin contact.
Class 6.2 - Infectious substances
These are substances known or reasonably expected to contain pathogens. Pathogens are defined as micro-organisms (including bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi) and other agents such as prions, which can cause disease in humans or animals.
Common class 6 substances include cyanides, lead compounds, phenol, cresols, some pesticides, biological samples and clinical wastes. One of the most common are agrichemicals, which according to Grosafe nearly half of those registered in New Zealand are classified as acutely toxic at some level.
Toxic substances can cause serious health effects to people. Health effects may include, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and in the most serious cases, unconsciousness and death. Some short and long term impacts can be skin irritation and reaction, eye irritation, respiratory damage and lung injury.
The degree of hazard from exposure to a toxic substance is related to the type of substance an individual is exposed to, the concentration, the path into the body and the amount absorbed.
When storing Class 6.1A, 6.1B and 6.1C substances in quantities above the following thresholds, a hazardous substance location (HSL) must be established:
Class |
Threshold for a place |
Threshold for farms (not less than 4HA) |
6.1A |
50L or kg |
100L or kg |
6.1B |
250L or kg |
500L or kg |
6.1C |
1000L or kg |
3500L or kg |
There are specific rules for storing these substances in an HSL, depending on the type of HSL. These specific rules for HSLs are:
These requirements must be met from 1 June 2019.
A Certified Handler must be involved in the storage, use and disposal of the most dangerous acutely toxic poisons (Classes 6.1A & 6.1B)
The following list is from the AS/NZS 4452 Standard:
No more than 250L, or kg, of toxic substances can be stored in a single cabinet, of which:
If there is more than one cabinet in a building, the total quantity of toxic substances in all cabinets cannot exceed the above quantities – unless the cabinets are separated by a distance of at least 3m.
Indoor cabinets need to be near a water supply for hand-washing, and in a location that does not block exits or stairways that people use in an emergency.
Hazero Toxic Substances Cabinets are available in six sizes:
Refer to WorkSafe for more details.
Secondary containment is required when storing toxic substances below the threshold amounts (therefore outside an HSL), and on a farm. On farms you must ensure spills will not reach any protected place, waterway or boundary with another property.
For HSL’s that are indoor storage cabinets, the bund height must be 150mm as per AS/NZS 4452.
For an HSL that is a package store (other than an indoor storage cabinet), the level of secondary containment necessary is stipulated in Section 13.30 of the HSWR Regulations 2017 – see table below.
Container size | Total pooling potential | Minimum secondary containment |
60L or less |
Less than 20,000L |
25% of total pooling potential |
More than 20,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
|
More than 60L, and up to 450L
(200L drums included) |
Less than 20,000L |
25% of total pooling potential (or) 110% of the capacity of the largest container – whichever is greater |
More than 20,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
|
More than 450L
(IBC units included) |
Less than 5,000L |
25% of total pooling potential (or) 110% of the capacity of the largest container – whichever is greater |
More than 5,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
Some substances will react negatively and dangerously when they come into contact with incompatible substances, and these must be stored separately.
Hazard classification | Incompatible materials |
6.1A, 6.1B, 6.1C substances |
All Class 1 substances All Class 5 substances |
6.1A, 6.1B, 6.1C toxic cyanides |
All Class 1 substances All Class 5 substances All class 8.2 corrosive acids |
The Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”. It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your expectations over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it. Free of charge. You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product as intended and in accordance with existing legislation. Shield your people. Shield your business.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Toxic Substances Cabinets here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
Content above falls under the Hazero Disclaimer, for more information click here.
Chemshed Oxidising Agent Cabinets are available in five size.
]]>Simply put, oxidizing agents are substances that have the ability to oxidise other substances.
For an overview of hazardous substances read our editorial here.
What are the differences between Oxidising Agents and Organic Peroxides?
Where an oxidising agent is a substance that has the ability to oxidise other substances, an organic peroxide – while still an oxidising agent – doesn’t present the same risks. An oxidising agent is non-combustible and provides the oxygen needed to sustain combustion, whereas an organic peroxide can combust independently. While different, both are classified as hazardous and need to be handled and stored very carefully.
Common oxidising agents are oxygen, hydrogen peroxide, sulfuric acid and potassium nitrate. These substances are used as bleaches, water purifiers, and fertilisers, to name a few.
While not necessarily combustible in themselves, oxidising substances may react, cause, or contribute to the combustion of other material. The result will inevitably produce heat, gas and/or flames – which in turn can cause considerable damage to both people and the environment around. Further to that, exposure to oxidising agents, particularly without the appropriate PPE, can cause significant harm to a person through ingestion, inhalation or eye contact.
Oxidising agents need to be held so they are protected from the risks of heat, friction or contact with other incompatible substances. This can be achieved by segregating and storing them in dedicated storage areas, or within cabinets that are designed for the specific storage of oxidising agents.
Hazero Oxidising Agent Cabinets are available in six sizes:
Due to the risks to people working with or around these substances, it is hugely beneficial to have safety shower and eye-wash equipment in close proximity.
Indoor storage cabinets that are specifically for the storage of oxidising agents, need to be built to the specifications as set out in the Australian Standard AS4326-2008 (The storage and handling of oxidising agents), which also applies to New Zealand.
Due to their volatility, oxidising agents are suitable for storage with few other substances. Please consult the Hazero segregation chart for specific details.
The Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”. It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your expectations over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it. Free of charge. You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product as intended and in accordance with existing legislation. Shield your people. Shield your business.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Oxidising Agents Cabinets here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at help@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
Content above falls under the Hazero Disclaimer, for more information click here.
Corrosive substances are substances that cause damage to other substances by means of chemical reaction. They are a class 8 dangerous good.
Corrosive substances may cause severe harm to humans when in contact with living tissue such as skin, and damage or destroy surrounding materials such as steel and aluminium, in an uncontained situation.
]]>Corrosive substances are substances that cause damage to other substances by means of chemical reaction. They are a class 8 dangerous good.
Corrosive substances may cause severe harm to humans when in contact with living tissue such as skin, and damage or destroy surrounding materials such as steel and aluminium, in an uncontained situation.
Common corrosive substances include acids such as sulphuric acid, strong bases such as sodium hydroxide, batteries and their fluids. Many chemicals are classified as class 8 substances, including cleaners and sanitisers, but also feature in other forms such as gasses and solids.
Corrosive substances can be found in many industries today including food processing, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality and agriculture.
In many cases, corrosive substances will burn and destroy body tissue instantly on contact. The longer a corrosive is in contact with the body, the worse the injuries will be and in severe cases, corrosive burns can cause death.
Breathing in corrosive vapours can quickly burn the inner lining of the nose, throat, windpipe and lungs. In the event of digestion, corrosives will again burn the sensitive lining of the mouth, throat, oesophagus and stomach. In non-fatal cases, severe scaring of the throat can occur resulting in the loss of swallowing ability.
When storing class 8.2A and 8.2B substances in quantities above the following thresholds, a hazardous substance location (HSL) must be established:
Class | Threshold for a place | Threshold for farms (not less than 4HA) |
8.2A
|
50L or kg |
500L or kg |
8.2B
|
250L or kg |
3500L or kg |
There are specific rules for storing these substances in an HSL, depending on the type of HSL. There are specific rules for HSLs that are:
These requirements must be met from 1 June 2019.
The following list is a summary from the AS 3780 Standard:
Indoor storage cabinets should come with ventilation ports, which can be opened in situations where venting is required.
No more than 1,000L, or kg, of toxic substances can be stored in a single cabinet, of which:
If there is more than one cabinet in a building, the total quantity of corrosive substances in all cabinets, cannot exceed the above quantities – unless the cabinets are separated by a distance of at least 5m.
Indoor storage cabinets need to be near a water supply for hand-washing, and in a location that does not block exits or stairways that people use in an emergency.
The cabinet should not be used for storing other incompatible class substances, or other corrosive substances which could react dangerously when mixed.
Hazero Corrosive Cabinets are available in six sizes:
When storing corrosive substances outdoors, the storage facility is termed a ‘package store’. Some of the requirements of these stores include:
Refer to WorkSafe for more details.
Secondary containment is required when storing corrosive substances below the threshold amounts (therefore outside an HSL), and on a farm. On farms you must ensure spills will not reach any protected place, waterway or boundary with another property.
For HSL’s that are indoor storage cabinets, the bund height must be 150mm as per AS 3780.
For an HSL that is a package store (other than an indoor storage cabinet), the level of secondary containment necessary is stipulated in Section 13.30 of the HSWR Regulations 2017 – see table below.
Container size | Total pooling potential | Minimum secondary containment |
60L or less |
Less than 20,000L
|
25% of total pooling potential |
More than 20,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
|
More than 60L, and up to 450L
(200L drums included) |
Less than 20,000L |
25% of total pooling potential (or) 110% of the capacity of the largest container – whichever is greater |
More than 20,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
|
More than 450L
(IBC units included) |
Less than 5,000L |
25% of total pooling potential (or) 110% of the capacity of the largest container – whichever is greater |
More than 5,000L |
5% of total pooling potential (or) 5,000L – whichever is greater |
Some substances will react negatively and dangerously, when they come into contact with incompatible substances, and these must be stored separately.
Hazard Classification | Incompatible Materials |
8.2A & 8.2B corrosive acids |
All Class 1 substances Class 4.3A, 4.3B & 4.3C substances All Class 5 substances Class 6.1A, 6.2B & 6.1C toxic cyanides Class 8.2A & Class 8.2B corrosive alkalis* |
8.2A & 8.2B corrosive alkalis |
All Class 1 substances Class 4.3A, 4.3B & 4.3C substances All Class 5 substances Class 8.2A & Class 8.2B corrosive acids* |
*It is important to note that although they are of the same hazard classification, it is critical that class 8 acids are stored separately to class 8 alkalis (or bases). If two of these substances cross-contaminate, e.g. hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide (alkali), a very strong chemical reaction could occur, generating dangerous gasses and heat.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
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Flammable liquids are liquids that can burn. They are either classified as flammable or combustible based on their flashpoints. A flashpoint is the lowest temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapour to start burning.
Class 3.1 flammable liquids are split into four sub-classes:For an overview of hazardous substances read our editorial here.
Common flammable liquids are petrol, acetone, ethanol and thinners. Common workplaces where flammable liquids can be found include workshops, mechanics, and manufacturing plants.
As mentioned above, hand sanitiser is often a highly flammable substance as some hand sanitisers contain over 70% alcohol meaning it is a class 3.1b hazardous substance. If you have more than 15L on site, you will need to store it in an approved storage cabinet. For more information watch our short video here.
In its broadest sense, the risk of fire is something that nearly every human being on earth is exposed to every day. This is particularly true in a business or industrial setting, when we increasingly work with flammable liquids, or substances that will liquefy in the event of a fire. The risks of flammable liquids can be high and there are certain regulations you must follow when storing flammable liquids.
Very few businesses are exempt from the risks of working with Class 3 flammable liquids. Whether you are in manufacturing, food production or warehousing, transport, agriculture or automotive repair, there is a high chance that handling and storing those substances correctly is of concern to you.
Flammable liquids cannot be stored in any old cabinet. Flammable storage cabinets serve a number of key purposes.
Heat resistant
You can only store up to 250L in a cabinet (as long as each container is not over 20L in size). The larger Hazero Flammable Cabinet – 350L, is available for users who may have larger sized containers that would not fit in a 250L cabinet.
Larger quantities of liquid may require a location certificate but either way, an approved storage cabinet is often the fastest and most economical way to safely and compliantly store your flammable liquids.
To read our editorial on storing flammable liquids in the workplace here.
A flammable liquid cabinet is required when the aggregate quantity present is over the following thresholds:
It is important to note that flammable liquids cannot be stored in any old cabinet and there are a number of requirements stated in AS 1940-2017 Standard “Storage and handing of flammable and combustible liquids.”. These requirements are outlined on page 188 of the Act, which are summarised below:
Hazero Flammable Cabinets are for indoor use, to store flammable liquids outside view our range of Outdoor Dangerous Goods Stores here.
Hazero Flammable Cabinets should not be placed near ignition or heat sources as vapours can release and cause fires/explosions. If you have multiple flammable cabinets in one room, they must be 3m apart.
It is also a good idea to store them away from direct sunlight, or in very hot rooms.
A question we are frequently asked is, does my Hazero Flammable Cabinet or Hazero Gas Cylinder Store need to be earthed? The short answer is no – earthing is not normally required.
Earthing refers to letting electricity ‘escape’ from a cabinet if it becomes live. To do this the cabinet would need to be connected to the ground, this would protect the cabinet from electric shocks and discharges. As it is unlikely a Hazero Flammable Cabinet would be connected to an electrical circuit (and therefore is unlikely to be ‘live’), earthing is not normally required.
Bonding is the term used when connecting metallic items not designed to carry electricity. As a storage cabinet, or cage, is unlikely to make contact with a piece of metal with another potential and thus become ‘live’ (from the difference in potential) – bonding is not normally required.
It should be noted that under regulations 10.11 10.11(2), 10.13(6), 10.17(5) and 10.19(5) of the HS Regulations, any permanently fixed containers must be earthed and bonded – above threshold quantities.
For further information please refer to the WorkSafe website.
Please consult the Dangerous Goods Segregation Chart for specific details.
The Hazero Shield of Honour is more powerful than a “lifetime guarantee”.It means our reputation is on the line not only when a product is sold, but every single time it is used. If the product doesn’t meet your expectations over the next 99 years, we or our descendants (we’re a multi-generational company), will refund, replace, or repair it. Free of charge. You don’t need a receipt. Or even a reason. No questions asked. Naturally, that’s so long as you use your Hazero product as intended and in accordance with existing legislation. Shield your people. Shield your business.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Flammable Cabinets here.
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Lithium-ion batteries power our modern world. They’re found in power tools, smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles (including e-scooters and e-bikes) and more. Their efficiency and reliability have revolutionized technology (the inventors won a Nobel Prize!) but behind their omnipresence, lies lesser-known facts and dangers.
The impacts of Lithium-ion battery fires are affecting New Zealand businesses and individuals on an increasingly regular basis.
However, there are steps you can take today reduce and potentially manage those risks:
Lithium-ion batteries will undoubtably play a significant role in our modern workplaces and lifestyles for some time into the future. But understanding their potential risks is vital.
Through increasing risk awareness and implementing safe storage practices, individuals and companies can quickly and effectively mitigate risks, and create safer working environments where Lithium-ion batteries are in use.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Hazero Lithium-ion Battery Safety Cabinets here.
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]]>The GHS is used by more than 50 countries globally, including all of New Zealand’s major trading partners, and therefore we adopted this in April 2021.
]]>On the 30th April 2021, the classification system for hazardous substances changed from HSNO (the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996), to the new Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
The Globally Harmonized System (also know as GHS or GHS 7) is an international hazard classification system for chemicals created by the United Nations. The hazards are clearly detailed on labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to determine how to safely store, use, and dispose of hazardous substances.
The GHS is used by more than 50 countries globally, including all of New Zealand’s major trading partners, and therefore we adopted this in April 2021.
According to Worksafe New Zealand, these changes mainly affect the rules for importers, manufacturers and suppliers of hazardous substances. These groups have 4 years from the above date to update labelling, SDS and packaging for their hazardous substances.
Though in effect, there is no change to the classification system used under the current Health & Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA). Regulations under HSWA will continue to refer to the current HSNO classification system, so for those workplaces using (rather than manufacturing or supplying) hazardous substances, there is no change to the existing workplace requirements under the Health & Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017.
Storage solutions from Hazero such as our Indoor Dangerous Goods Cabinets will continue to be labelled with the respective HSNO classifications, yet we will be reviewing that over time with a view to update at the right time.
Worksafe’s guidance documents and approved codes of practice continue to refer to the current HSNO system. Tools such as their Hazardous Substances Calculator refers to both the HSNO and GHS classifications.
Because the two systems work together, the EPA have created a correlation table that clearly shows the equivalent GHS classifications, to the HSNO classification.
You can find this table here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Dangerous Goods Stores here.
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What is a Spill Kit?
We always say there are two types: a spill kit and a good spill kit!
A spill kit is designed to give the user the ability to contain and clean-up a hazardous substance spill. A good spill kit will do that but will also give the user the confidence that the contents are applicable for the substances in question (i.e., won’t react) and will work rapidly when put into action.
The contents of a ‘good spill kit’ will always be action-ready because they won’t break down or go off when stored over time.
What essentially are biohazards?
Biohazards, also known as biological hazards, typically refer to biological substances that pose a risk to human health. This can include human medical waste, animal waste, viruses or toxins.
One of the most common biohazards is blood and body fluids, which are understandably a risk to personnel at most, if not all working environments.
Body Fluid Spill Kit
Cleaning up body fluids including vomit, urine, blood and faeces is a very sensitive task, and one that requires both care and efficiency.
This compact, single-use kit makes an unpleasant task that much easier, by providing the responder with the protection and tools to contain the spilt liquid and supress any odours, and then clean up and dispose of the waste.
Packed into a compact cardboard box, this is a very handy asset for childcare centres, education and aged care facilities, as well as other public facing workplaces.
Contents:
Biohazard Spill Kit
This kit is essentially a larger version of the Body Fluid Spill Kit. It features more absorbent capability and protection for responders, and is packed into a tough, highly visible yellow PVC case, that can be positioned in high-risk areas for quick access.
It comes with two absorbent cleaning cloths, a bottle of PH neutral detergent, as well as a fine absorbent that will quickly absorb liquids, while supressing any vapours.
The clinical waste bags ensure all waste is safely and correctly contained.
Contents:
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View our full range of Specialty Spill Kits here.
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The Starter range is the entry level offering: there to make sure mild spills are brought under control, but with simple products and within budget. Available in Oil Only and General Purpose.
The Everyday range are the most commonly supplied kits. Packed with sorbents that go the extra mile and last that much longer, the spill kits capacity is also backed up with more PPE to protect responders. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Premium spill kits provide the ultimate peace of mind. This range brings state of the art absorbents, and couples them with other specialist components like weather covers and drain protectors, to provide you with the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
]]>What is a Spill Kit?
We always say there are two types: a spill kit and a good spill kit!
A spill kit is designed to give the user the ability to contain and clean-up a hazardous substance spill. A good spill kit will do that but will also give the user the confidence that the contents are applicable for the substances in question (i.e., won’t react) and will work rapidly when put into action. The contents of a ‘good spill kit’ will always be action-ready because they won’t break down or go off when stored over time.
20L Spill Kits
Designed with the single person responder in mind, these kits are ideal for vans, cars, utes and other smaller vehicles, that are carrying, or could come into contact with, hazardous substances. Responding to spills of up to 20 litres in size, they are tough, compact, and very easy to deploy.
50L Spill Kits
Specially for larger vehicles such as trucks, construction equipment and bulk liquid transport, these kits provide users the ability to control spills up to 50L in size. They are packed into rugged, weather-proof PVC bags, that can handle pretty much any situation, in any location.
Starter, Everyday, or a Premium Spill Kit?
The Controlco range is split into three levels, to best suit the needs of all businesses, situations and budgets.
The Starter range is the entry level offering: there to make sure mild spills are brought under control, but with simple products and within budget. Available in Oil Only and General Purpose.
The Everyday range are the most commonly supplied kits. Packed with sorbents that go the extra mile and last that much longer, the spill kits capacity is also backed up with more PPE to protect responders. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Premium spill kits provide the ultimate peace of mind. This range brings state of the art absorbents, and couples them with other specialist components like weather covers and drain protectors, to provide you with the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Where should I put a Spill Kit?
Spill kits should be located as close as practical to the point of a potential spill incident. This could be in a storage room, near a dispensing area, or alongside a fuel tank. Inside or outside, just make sure there’s one there when you need it to be, as you never really know when!
Do Spill Kits expire?
The Everyday and Premium spill kits contain synthetic absorbents, that don’t break down and therefore technically never expire. They should be as effective as they day you purchased them.
The Starter range of spill kits do have a shelf life, as they include organic absorbents such as the Natural Absorbent Fibre. While this is an amazing absorbent, being organic, it does break down over time. Therefore we suggest these kits are replaced approximately every 3 years.
What is the difference between Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical sorbents?
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Oil Only, General Purpose or Chemical – what do I need?
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Spill Kits here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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The Starter range is the entry level offering: there to make sure mild spills are brought under control, but with simple products and within budget. Available in Oil Only and General Purpose.
The Everyday range are the most commonly supplied kits. Packed with sorbents that go the extra mile and last that much longer, the spill kits capacity is also backed up with more PPE to protect responders. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Premium spill kits provide the ultimate peace of mind. This range brings state of the art absorbents, and couples them with other specialist components like weather covers and drain protectors, to provide you with the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
]]>What is a Spill Kit?
We always say there are two types: a spill kit and a good spill kit!
A spill kit is designed to give the user the ability to contain and clean-up a hazardous substance spill. A good spill kit will do that but will also give the user the confidence that the contents are applicable for the substances in question (i.e., won’t react) and will work rapidly when put into action. The contents of a ‘good spill kit’ will always be action-ready because they won’t break down or go off when stored over time.
100L Spill Kits
This size could be best described as the little ambulance. The kit that carries the capacity to tend to upwards of 100 litres if spilt liquid, it can be rushed to the point of the incident in no time at all. Stationed inside or out (with a recommended Weather Cover!), this kit is perfect for workplaces that have small to medium levels of liquids on site, but could still cause an unwanted and potentially dangerous situation if they spilt.
200L Spill Kits
If the smaller kit was an ambulance, this kit is more like the fire truck! Designed to respond to those larger, more challenging spill incidents, the wheeled kit can be quickly brought into the action to tackle spills of up to 200 litres. Ideal for service stations / fuel depots, chemical storage areas, production facilities and pretty much anywhere large amounts of hazchems are stored, transferred, or put to use.
Starter, Everyday, or a Premium Spill Kit?
The Controlco range is split into three levels, to best suit the needs of all businesses, situations and budgets.
The Starter range is the entry level offering: there to make sure mild spills are brought under control, but with simple products and within budget. Available in Oil Only and General Purpose.
The Everyday range are the most commonly supplied kits. Packed with sorbents that go the extra mile and last that much longer, the spill kits capacity is also backed up with more PPE to protect responders. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Premium spill kits provide the ultimate peace of mind. This range brings state of the art absorbents, and couples them with other specialist components like weather covers and drain protectors, to provide you with the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency. Available in Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical.
Where should I put a Spill Kit?
Spill kits should be located as close as practical to the point of a potential spill incident. This could be in a storage room, near a dispensing area, or alongside a fuel tank. Inside or outside, just make sure there’s one there when you need it to be, as you never really know when!
Do Spill Kits expire?
The Everyday and Premium spill kits contain synthetic absorbents, that don’t break down and therefore technically never expire. They should be as effective as they day you purchased them.
The Starter range of spill kits do have a shelf life, as they include organic absorbents such as the Natural Absorbent Fibre. While this is an amazing absorbent, being organic, it does break down over time. Therefore we suggest these kits are replaced approximately every 3 years.
What is the difference between Oil Only, General Purpose, and Chemical sorbents?
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Oil Only, General Purpose or Chemical – what do I need?
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Spill Kits here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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What are EnviroPads?
EnviroPads are a revolutionary, globally leading, pollution preventing spill pad which lock in hydrocarbons. Forever.
How do EnviroPads work?
EnviroPads have a unique smart polymer system that captures contamination at source, transforming oil and fuel leaks and spills into a solid mass, while actively repelling and shedding water.
]]>What is secondary containment?
A primary container is the vessel that holds the hazardous substance, for example a bottle, 20L container, 200L drum or 1,000L IBC (intermediate bulk container). Secondary containment is a system that contains spills, leaks, or the failure of the primary container stored on it. The EnviroPad is an example of secondary containment.
For more information on secondary containment and when it is required read our editorial here.
What is flexible containment?
Most forms of secondary containment are rigid – made from inflexible materials such as polyethylene, concrete, or metal. However, there are circumstances that require secondary containment to have some flexibility, to suit a certain application or to conform to a particular surface. Or to make it easier to transport, store and deploy.
What are EnviroPads?
EnviroPads are a revolutionary, globally leading, pollution preventing spill pad which lock in hydrocarbons. Forever.
How do EnviroPads work?
EnviroPads have a unique smart polymer system that captures contamination at source, transforming oil and fuel leaks and spills into a solid mass, while actively repelling and shedding water.
Why should I use an EnviroPad?
Using EnviroPads means you’re doing right by our planet for future generations. At the same time, you’ll be protecting your company’s reputation. (Nobody wants to be the person that leaves a tell-tale oily patch behind after a day on the job.)
More than that, EnviroPads are next level when it comes to protecting highly sensitive environments like conservation areas.
There’s also the ease of use. EnviroPads are flexible, lightweight, and space-saving.
How do I use an Enviropad?
Deployment couldn’t be simpler. Just place the pad on the ground and you’re good to go. (As a fail-safe, there are even instructions printed on the top!). Loops at either end allow the EnviroPad to be staked to the ground, to keep them in place as machinery or tools on top are being moved.
How do I know when an Enviropad is full?
You’ll know you need to replace the EnviroPad when the polymer has been completely activated and the pad has lost its flexibility and become fully rigid.
Where are EnviroPads used?
Trusted on construction sites, by garden maintenance companies and other trades, and under everything from chainsaws to mobile generators and fuel storage tanks, EnviroPads can deployed on surfaces from gravel to snow.
What sizes of EnviroPads are available?
EnviroPads are available in five convenient sizes – to suit all jobs. From small (absorbing up to 4.5L) to XXL (absorbing up to 44.3L). For more details click here.
EnviroPad or Spillpal?
Spillpals are great for achieving secondary containment, especially for containers and drums when they’re being stored temporarily. EnviroPads are designed more for containing smaller spills that come from leaking equipment, and therefore have the advantages of being lower profile and being better suited to long-term environmental protection.
Creating safer working environments
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of EnviroPads here.
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Controlco Sump Pillows pre-empt, and clean up, any potentially costly and embarrassing messes caused by oil spilling into drains, sumps, tanks, and boat bilges. These tubular pillows very efficiently absorb oil, leaving only clean water behind.
They come with a short length of cord at one end for securing to drain grates or other fixtures.
They are a very reliable pre-emptive strike or last line of defence, in case of a spill.
Sump Pillows are 130mm in diameter by 400mm in length.
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, one Controlco Sump Pillow will absorb up to 12L.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our Controlco Sump Pillow here.
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Lapping up oil, while leaving water behind, is what Controlco Marine Booms do best.
Highly absorbent, these first lines of defence for waterways of all kinds, will stay afloat for extended periods even when fully saturated. That’s a massive advantage when it comes to retrieving them for safe disposal.
A clever, practical internal rope and clip system means multiple booms can be joined together to create the length needed for any marine environment rescue task. (We recommend four booms per 10 metre).
The polypropylene packed into the tough outer mesh allows even the most viscous oil to be drawn right into the boom - rather than just coating the outside.
Marine Booms are available in two sizes: 130mm x 3m and the wider 200mm x 3m.
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, the smaller 130mm Marine Boom will absorb up to 30L per boom, and the wider 200mm Marine Boom will absorb up to 80L per boom.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Marine Booms here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Despite the name, Controlco Sorbent Pillows are definitely not soft on spills.
In fact, they’re the toughest, most thorough response to soaking up chemicals or hazardous liquids you’ll find; protecting people, the environment and marine life just by being there.
Available in Oil Only, General Purpose or Chemical, there’s a sorbent pillow to help avoid almost every kind of potential disaster. Light weight and highly absorbent, with a durable outer, they are trouble-free to deploy and get the job done. They are packed with melt-blown polypropylene, which is a very fast and effective absorbent, and one that will hold and retain liquid like nothing else. It is a synthetic product that has no shelf life, meaning they lose none of their effectiveness, regardless of their age.
Controlco Sorbent Pillows are a key product in the Controlco Spill Kits.
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, one Sorbent Pillow will absorb up to 4.5L per pillow.
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
The process for cleaning up smaller and non-hazardous spills is mostly straight forward. However, there are some good practice guidelines that we have drawn up, which will help safeguard you or those responding, to ensure the impact of the spill is minimised and cleaned up as effectively as possible. Download our guide here.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Sorbent Pillows here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Tough, flexible, lightweight, and highly effective, Controlco Sorbent Socks fit snugly around bends and into corners, making them a formidable, easily deployed, spill barrier.
They can be used as a temporary bund around machinery during maintenance, around chillers under repair to reduce slipping and cross contamination, and to keep rainwater out of warehouses, or chemicals out of drains. Controlco Sorbent Socks are also an integral part of Controlco Spill Kits.
They are made from melt-blown polypropylene, which is a very fast and effective absorbent, and one that will hold and retain liquid like nothing else. It is a synthetic product that has no shelf life, meaning they lose none of their effectiveness, regardless of their age.
Available in Oil Only, General Purpose and Chemical to suit every hazard. Sorbent Socks come in two lengths: 1.2m and 3.6m.
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, a 1.2m length Sorbent Sock will absorb up to 4L per sock. The larger 3.6m length Sorbent Sock will absorb up to 10L per sock.
For more details on individual products, please refer to the specification sheets on our website.
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
The process for cleaning up smaller and non-hazardous spills is mostly straight forward. However, there are some good practice guidelines that we have drawn up, which will help safeguard you or those responding, to ensure the impact of the spill is minimised and cleaned up as effectively as possible. Download our guide here.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Sorbent Socks here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Controlco Sorbent Rolls are the reliable, all-rounder for wiping up spills, annoying drips and generally keeping workplaces clean and tidy; preventing slips, falls and contamination. Sorbent Rolls are a great option for high traffic area, as unlike Loose Absorbents, no granules are tracked from one site to another.
They’re available in Oil Only (especially good in marine or other wet environments) and General Purpose which has more than proved its worth in manufacturing and food production as a barrier around production lines, safeguarding hygiene.
They are made from melt-blown polypropylene, which is a very fast and effective absorbent, and one that will hold and retain liquid like nothing else. It is a synthetic product that has no shelf life, meaning they lose none of their effectiveness, regardless of their age.
Controlco Sorbent Rolls are 50m in length and available in two widths: 400mm or 800mm. Dispensers are also available for both sizes.
Check out how Controlco Sorbent Rolls helped a Hazero customer here.
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, a 400mm wide Sorbent Roll will absorb up to 90L per roll, and the wider 800mm wide Sorbent Roll will absorb up to 144L per roll.
For more details on individual products, please refer to the specification sheets on our website.
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
Think of a Sorbent Roll like your trusty kitchen paper towel – just bigger, and with far greater absorbency! While the Sorbent Roll is 50m in length, there are perforations every 500mm, and each section then has a perforation length way, so effectively you can get smaller pieces that are 200x500mm.
Sorbent Rolls are great along machinery or to line secondary containment products. Simply tear off the length you need and lay it down on the surface you are protecting. Because Sorbent Rolls have perforations, it is easy to replace a section as needed.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Sorbent Rolls here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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A primary container is the vessel that holds the hazardous substance, for example a bottle, 20L container, 200L drum or 1,000L IBC (intermediate bulk container). Secondary containment could be best described as the system in place to contain spills, leaks or the failure of the primary container stored on it.
In the many workplaces storing or using hazardous substances, the primary containers that hold such liquids are vulnerable to damage. This vulnerability can come from poor storage practices, mismanaged decanting or transfer procedures, or damage from vehicles such as forklifts.
Once over a certain threshold, a secondary containment system is often required by legislation to contain these hazardous liquids if they escape from the primary container, and to prevent them from escaping into the wider environment. To learn more about when secondary containment is required, click here.
That environment might be the immediate workplace and therefore may put employees and other personnel at risk. Or it might be a nearby waterway which will quickly pollute and impact marine and bird life, as well as their ability to be used for domestic, commercial, or recreational purposes.
Secondary containment has been historically achieved by building ‘berms’ from concrete or block walls, earth mounds or large tubs. In recent years however, it has been made much less complex with low profile work floors, spill containment pallets and flexible bunding options. These are designed to be quickly repositioned as your site and operational requirements change over time.
The comprehensive Controlco range covers every eventuality and everything you need. Designed and manufactured for fitness for purpose and made from sturdy polyethylene it gives the peace-of-mind of knowing it won’t rust or corrode. And it’s easily cleaned with Controlco Sorbent Pads. (Which, handily, we also stock!)
Some hazardous substances may not be suitable for storing in products made from polyethylene. Our Polyethylene Compatibility Guide provides an overview of which hazardous substances you can store in products made from polyethylene. Click here to download the resource.
Storing hazardous liquids is a demanding task but the strength and reliability of the Controlco products, mean they are right up to it. To prove our confidence in them, they are backed up with an industry-leading 5-year Warranty, which will give you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a solution that rises to the storage challenge, like none other. Find out more here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Indoor Secondary Containment products here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Sorbent Pads are roughly 500mm square and are widely used for cleaning up spills on flat surfaces.
They are made from melt-blown polypropylene, which is a very fast and effective absorbent, and one that will hold and retain liquid like nothing else. It is a synthetic product that has no shelf life, meaning they lose none of their effectiveness, regardless of their age.
Easy to use, Controlco Sorbent Pads are available in Oil Only, Universal or Aggressive which means there’s a sorbent pad to clean up any spill. The pads are also invaluable when cleaning products such as Controlco Spills Trays, Spillpals and Drum Trolleys along with other Controlco containment products.
Sorbent Pads come in three weights: light weight (single ply), heavy weight (double ply), and super weight (triple ply).
This will depend entirely on the liquid being absorbed and the viscosity of that liquid. Generally speaking, one sorbent pad will absorb up to 1L of fuel, light oil or mild chemical. For more details on individual products, please refer to the specification sheets on our website.
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
The process for cleaning up smaller and non-hazardous spills is mostly straight forward. However, there are some good practice guidelines that we have drawn up, which will help safeguard you or those responding, to ensure the impact of the spill is minimised and cleaned up as effectively as possible. Download our guide here.
This does vary from region to region around the country, with different requirements coming from regional councils, depending on what facilities they have in the area to manage and take hazardous waste and clean up material.
We recommend you call your local council or visit their website, for disposal instructions specific to your region.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Sorbent Pads here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Dangerous goods include substances that have explosive, flammable, toxic, infectious, corrosive or environmentally hazardous properties, and containers that have held dangerous goods
For more information on common dangerous goods click here.
The guiding legislation for storing and managing Dangerous Goods here in New Zealand, is the Health & Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations, which reforms came into effect in December 2017.
Under this legislation sits subordinate legislation in the form of EPA notices and Safe Work Instruments.
EPA notices contain many of the rules you must following for managing hazardous substances. This includes notices on storage, hazard classification, labelling, packaging, controls, and disposal, among others.
Then within this framework there are the varying AU/NZ Standards that regulate the design and capabilities of units that store the varying classes of dangerous goods.
You can read more details on both the Worksafe and EPA websites, along with our overview on Hazardous Substances here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Dangerous Goods Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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As defined by Wikipedia, a gas cylinder is a pressure vessel for the storage and containment of gasses at above atmospheric pressure. High pressure gas cylinders are also often called gas bottles.
Under the GHS classification, all hazardous gases have hazard classifications, e.g. Class 2 (flammable), Class 5 (oxidising), and Class 6 (toxic). Examples of these substances include LPG, propane, butane, CNG, hydrogen (flammables), Oxygen, chlorine, nitrous oxide (oxidisers), and phosgene, sulphur dioxide, and anhrdrous ammonia (toxics).
For an overview of hazardous substances read our editorial here.
Gas cylinders are used across a wide range of industries, including science and education, medical, manufacturing, civil construction, engineering, and hospitality.
The contents of a gas cylinder store the energy that is compressed within and if the cylinder is weakened, this mechanical energy may be released violently, causing significant harm to people and property nearby.
It is also worth noting, some gases store a considerable amount of chemical energy, and may react chemically with the environment.
According to WorkSafe, irrespective of the type of gas or the quantity stored, gas cylinders should be stored in a location that:
In addition to this, it is good practice for the cylinders to be adequately protected from the weather. It is important that cylinders are stored, handled, and used in an upright position wherever possible.
At Hazero we have a range of Gas Cylinder Stores:
If you’re unsure of what sized gas cylinder you have on site, our helpful resource sheet on common gas cylinder sizes can help, click here to find out more.
The guiding document for the gas cylinders is the AS 4332-2004 Standard: Storage and handling of gases in cylinders.
The Standard requires ventilating the area where cylinders are stored so that safe exposure levels are maintained, and the gases remain within explosion limits.
The majority of New Zealand worksites using gas cylinders would store less than 2,000 litres of gas and are therefore classified as ‘minor storage’. The 2,000 litres is an aggregate quantity of all gases, and if any of the gases exceed the quantities listed below, the site is no longer considered as ‘minor storage’ and the full Standard above applies:
Ideally the cylinders should be located outdoors, in a dedicated gas store on a flat, concrete surface. Note that gas cylinders should not be stored in a basement.
Keep the cylinders away from industrial sources of heat such as radiators, furnaces, machinery, and hazardous piping.
Keep Class 2.1, Class 2.2 (5.1) and Class 2.3 gases segregated from each other (as well as other DG’s) by at least 3 metres. If the gases are stored indoors, this must be 5 metres.
Hazard decals should be clearly displayed on the outside of any gas cylinder store or storage area, pertaining to the hazard class or classes of the gases stored within.
Please consult the Hazero Dangerous Goods Segregation Chart for specific details.
Storing dangerous goods is a demanding task but the strength and reliability of Chemshed cabinets, mean they are right up to it. To prove our confidence in them, they are backed up with a 20-year Warranty, which will give you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a solution that rises to the storage challenge, like none other. Find out more here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Chemshed Gas Cylinder Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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For most workplaces storing larger containers (200L drums, 1,000L IBC’s) or larger overall quantities, of dangerous goods, the most effective solution is to store them outdoors, in a dedicated DG Store.
]]>Dangerous goods include substances that have explosive, flammable, toxic, infectious, corrosive or environmentally hazardous properties, and containers that have held dangerous goods
For more information on common dangerous goods click here.
Many workplaces only carry small amounts of dangerous goods, which means they can be safely and compliantly stored indoors, in most cases within dedicated indoor storage cabinets. While larger amounts can be stored inside, this is often prohibitive as it mostly requires the construction of very costly, purpose-built, fire-rated rooms.
For most workplaces storing larger containers (200L drums, 1,000L IBC’s) or larger overall quantities, of dangerous goods, the most effective solution is to store them outdoors, in a dedicated DG Store.
Within the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017, there are 4 types of stores where you can hold your dangerous goods, which in summary are:
The Chemshed range of outdoor DG stores are classified as Type B, which suits the majority of situations across New Zealand worksites. Type C and D buildings may be required for high volumes of flammable liquids, particularly in cases where space is an issue, and the store is required to be in close proximity to a building or boundary.
An outdoor store is required in situations where the quantity of hazardous substances held onsite, is more than what can be safely stored within indoor storage cabinets.
Having an outdoor store can also benefit a business that wants to reduce risk or limit access to their substances and have them stored further away from production or operational areas.
The main difference is their capacities. Taking Class 3 (flammable) substances for example, you can only store up to an aggregate of 250L within your indoor flammable cabinet, and the most you can have in one area or floor, is 750L – which equates to 3 x 250L cabinets.
An outdoor store can hold many times more than that. However, it is important to remember that the more you hold within your outdoor store, the further it has to be located from your building or site boundary.
The Chemshed range of Outdoor DG Stores provide well-engineered, secure, weather-proof storage which ensures compliance to the above-mentioned requirements, while protecting the environment. From specific stores for holding Agrichemicals, to rugged cage-style stores for gas bottles, we’ve got you covered. Then of course there’s the more general-purpose stores (from a tiny little 80L through to a whopping modular store), which are designed to hold a wide range of different DG’s outside.
Please consult the Hazero Dangerous Goods Segregation Chart for specific details.
Storing dangerous goods is a demanding task but the strength and reliability of Chemshed cabinets, mean they are right up to it. To prove our confidence in them, they are backed up with a 20-year Warranty, which will give you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a solution that rises to the storage challenge, like none other. Find out more here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Outdoor DG Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Spill absorbents are any material that will safely and reliably soak up spills of a hazardous nature. However, the key words here are safely and reliably and many materials are risky when used in hazardous situations. To that end, we have grouped our solutions into two types that rise to those measures:
Learn more about sorbents here.
It is important to know the difference between the 3 types of sorbent products – noting that the same terminology is also used for spill response kits.
Our Polypropylene Compatibility Guide can help you choose the right sorbent to control and clean-up your hazardous substance. Download the guide here.
We always say there are two types: a spill kit and a good spill kit!
A spill kit is designed to give the user the ability to contain and clean-up a hazardous substance spill. A good spill kit will do that but will also give the user the confidence that the contents are applicable for the substances in question (i.e. won’t react) and will work rapidly when put into action. The contents of a ‘good spill kit’ will always be action-ready because they won’t break down or go off when stored over time.
Yes, there are both different types and different sizes of spill kits. This is due to the variety of different liquids, the amount stored in each situation, and the level of risk for that particular area or location.
Controlco’s indispensable spill kit range is divided into three levels, to suit the needs of all businesses, situations, and budgets. It also makes it easier for you to decide which one you need! If you are at the beginning of your spill response journey we recommend our Starter Spill Kits. If you’re looking for a high-level response kit that covers all the bases try our Premium Spill Kits. If you’re in the middle (you’re not alone), our Everyday Spill Kits are the most popular.
All of these kits are available in either Oil Only, General Purpose, or Chemical.
Beyond the traditional spill kits, we also have a range of specialty spill kits – click here to view the range.
Making the correct choice of kit specific to your situation, is a very important decision. The difference between getting this right or wrong, can be the difference between whether a spill response is effective, and whether responders are kept safe during the process.
Please see our dedicated resource sheet that takes you through this in more detail here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our range of products to help you control clean-up hazardous substances here.
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Hazero is proud to supply Enware Safety Showers and Eye/Face Wash units across New Zealand.
Here are our seven reasons you need an Enware Safety Shower and/or Eye/Face Wash Unit.
]]>A safety shower is a plumbed-in fixture designed as a first response measure to wash-down personnel that have been splashed or doused in a hazardous liquid or substance.
An eye wash is either a permanent plumbed-in fixture or mobile unit designed as a first response measure to wash the eyes and/or face of a person that has been splashed by a hazardous liquid or substance.
Safety Showers drench and wash-down the whole body, whereas an eye/face wash are designed to rinse the eye and facial areas only.
Hazero is proud to supply Enware Safety Showers and Eye/Face Wash units across New Zealand.
Here are our seven reasons you need an Enware Safety Shower and/or Eye/Face Wash Unit.
The Enware range is designed and manufactured just over the ditch in Sydney, Australia. And while we might not admit it sometimes, we do share a lot of common bonds and we’ve found their understanding of our markets and industry demands is a lot sharper than any other offshore manufacturers by a country mile.
The Enware showers are independently tested for compliance to the specific Australian and New Zealand Standards, AS4775 and ANSI Z358.1
Enware don’t make their safety products out of any old thing – 316 Stainless Steel finish is the standard.
An Enware safety shower has a few joins as possible, with welded construction and bends – compared to others that feature multiple components and umpteen joins.
Comfort isn’t necessarily the first thing you think of when you’re got chemical in your eyes yet the last thing you want is to damage your eyes further, from a strong blast of water. The Enware Zero Velocity apex point provides a very thorough yet comfortable flushing of the eyes.
We offer three types of units:
And we have a range of accessories too! From signage to water preservatives to anti-freeze valves.
VertechTM Technology has been designed to create a Zero Velocity point. The reduced water velocity is gentle and effective, helping allow a greater amount of time in the flushing zone, which is important especially when cleansing eyes from hazardous substances.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Enware Safety Showers and Eye Wash Units here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Spill absorbents are any material that will safely and reliably soak up spills of a hazardous nature. However, the key words here are safely and reliably and many materials are risky when used in hazardous situations. To that end, we have grouped our solutions into two types that rise to those measures:
Loose absorbents are granulated material typically supplied in varying size bags. Loose absorbents work particularly well on rough or damaged surfaces, or any situation where pad-style sorbents could prove ineffective.
At Hazero we have 4 different types of loose absorbent:
Polypropylene sorbents are a rugged range of products, made from melt-blown polypropylene, which is a very fast and effective absorbent, and one that will hold and retain liquid like nothing else. It is a synthetic product that has no shelf life, meaning they lose none of their effectiveness, regardless of their age.
Polypropylene sorbents come in 6 different forms:
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Controlco Sorbents here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Storing dangerous goods safely is an important part of protecting you and the environment that you work in. This includes storing only what you need, ensuring that incompatible substances are not stored together, and that decanted substances are stored in the correct type of container and labelled accordingly. Where and how you store those hazardous substances is critical, and this will depend on both the class of substance and the quantity.
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Storing dangerous goods safely is an important part of protecting you and the environment that you work in. This includes storing only what you need, ensuring that incompatible substances are not stored together, and that decanted substances are stored in the correct type of container and labelled accordingly. Where and how you store those hazardous substances is critical, and this will depend on both the class of substance and the quantity.
For more information on common dangerous goods click here.
Indoor Dangerous Goods storage cabinets are mostly – if not always – designed specifically to hold a particular class of hazardous substance. Whether that substance is any of the DG’s mentioned here, there will very likely be a cabinet available that is built to the requirements of a NZ or AU Standard, specifically designed to hold that particular substance.
The range of Chemshed Dangerous Goods Cabinets are broad and comprehensive. Each one has been designed from the ground up, to not only meet the applicable Standard, but in most cases to exceed it.
Please consult the Hazero Dangerous Goods Segregation Chart for specific details.
Chemshed cabinets have a proven test record. They’ve been exposed to some devastating fires but come out doing what they do best, keeping your dangerous goods, safe – and by extension, the environment, and the people around you.
Chemshed Cabinets are designed and manufactured in New Zealand and Australia, to the relevant New Zealand or Australian Standards. Roboticised production, makes impeccable consistency across the storage range.
Each Chemshed cabinet is quality checked by our very own New Zealand or Australian technicians.
When you purchase a Chemshed you are purchasing the real thing. Not an offshore imitation.
For more information read our editorial on why you should purchase a Chemshed here.
Storing dangerous goods is a demanding task but the strength and reliability of Chemshed cabinets, mean they are right up to it. To prove our confidence in them, they are backed up with a 20-year Warranty, which will give you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a solution that rises to the storage challenge, like none other. Find out more here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Chemshed Indoor DG Cabinets here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Safety containers protect you and your colleagues by minimising the risk of accidents and fire, when handling flammable liquids.
]]>Almost every industrial site has the need to use flammable liquids at some point, whether its regularly or irregularly, and whether it’s fuel, solvents, or another Class 3 liquid. While these liquids are common, it’s important to be aware of the dangers they may present. To put this in context, a litre of vaporized petrol can explode with the same force as several sticks of dynamite!
Safety containers protect you and your colleagues by minimising the risk of accidents and fire, when handling flammable liquids.
Flammable vapours, particularly in volatile environments, are extremely susceptible to fire and explosion. Having safety containers in place will reduce that risk by limiting the amount of vapour that escapes into the air, when storing and pouring liquids that emit these vapours.
We have 3 different styles of safety containers.
These are round steel containers that feature a self-closing, 100% leakproof lid that – unlike most standard containers – prevents vapours from escaping. They also have a stainless steel flame arrestor that dissipates heat to stop flashback ignition.
They are available in 2 sizes, a 4L and a 19L.
Think of them like a steel waste disposal bin but dedicated to the safe disposal of oil and solvent soaked rags. The foot-operated, self-closing lid limits the available oxygen and isolates the contents from ignition sources and the risk of spontaneous combustion.
We have two sizes of these – a 23L and a 38L.
Plunger Cans are pretty ingenious, allowing you to dispense flammable liquids and solvents safely, without waste, and unnecessary exposure to ignition sources. The pump base design draws liquid up into the tray for moistening cleaning cloths, then draws the unused portion immediately back into the safety of the can
We have two sizes of these – a 1L and 2L.
Safety containers will undoubtably lower the risk profile in any business storing and dispensing flammable liquids.
This includes industries such as automotive workshops, mobile mechanics, engineers, science labs, car grooming, and civil construction – to name but a few!
Safety containers are made from a high grade, powder-coated steel, and are suitable for storing almost all Class 3 flammable liquids.
Our range of safety containers are manufactured in the USA and meet international approvals such as FM Approvals, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the TUV Technical Inspection Association.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Safety Cans here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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Put simply, an aerosol can is a self-contained dispensing system where the metal cylinder houses a substance, that can be released as a fine mist (spray) or foam. Aerosol cans are used in this fashion for a very wide variety of substances including paints, lubricants, cleaners, fly sprays, and deodorisers.
Regardless of the substance, all aerosols are classified as a Class 2.1 Dangerous Good (DG) due to the propellant.
For an overview of hazardous substances read our editorial here.
Because of the variety of substances, they are also found in almost every industry. However, some industries have a larger requirement, and these would include the automotive sector, mechanical workshops, civil construction sites, and engineering facilities.
The guidelines around the safe storage of aerosols is covered by the AS/NZS 3833 Standard - The Storage and Handling of Mixed Classes of Dangerous Goods.
Within the above Standard it states aerosol cans must be:
The critical thing when storing aerosol cans is that as a Class 2 DG, they cannot be stored inside the same cabinet as Class 3 Flammable Liquids. Therefore, while it is not uncommon for aerosol cans to be stored inside a flammable cabinet, there must be no Class 3 liquids in there at the same time, and the vent plugs open to allow the cabinet to freely vent.
However, to minimise any confusion and lower the risk potential for unsafe storage, we recommend your aerosols are stored in dedicated Aerosol Stores, which are well vented, fully secure, and clearly labelled with the correct hazard decals.
Chemshed Aerosol Stores are available in five sizes:Overheating and explosion is always a risk when choosing where and how to store your aerosols. Therefore, choosing a storage unit that has plenty of natural ventilation, and located in an area shielded from direct heat, is very important.
You are required to set up a Hazardous Substance Location (HSL) for aerosols, once the amount present exceeds 3,000L aggregate water capacity, for more than 18 hours. While this is a lot of aerosols, many industries are opting to secure or segregate their aerosols at much lower levels than this.
To minimise the risk of heat exposure, sparks, or similar hazards, the AS/NZS Standard states your aerosol store needs to be kept at least 3 metres from heat and ignition sources.
Stores holding aerosols need to be clearly labelled as such – with a dedicated Class 2 Flammable Gas decal.
As these are a gas, there is no requirement for secondary containment when storing aerosols.
Please consult the Dangerous Goods Segregation Chart for specific details.
Storing dangerous goods is a demanding task but the strength and reliability of Chemshed cabinets, mean they are right up to it. To prove our confidence in them, they are backed up with a 20-year Warranty, which will give you the peace of mind that you are purchasing a solution that rises to the storage challenge, like none other. Find out more here.
At Hazero our mission is zero hazards. Our extensive range of quality products will help you store, contain and control and clean-up dangerous goods and hazardous substances.
View our full range of Chemshed Aerosol Stores here.
Need help creating a safer working environment? Contact our team today on 0800 688 844 or email us at info@hazero.co.nz. Our team are also available for on-site assessments across New Zealand, click here to request a site visit.
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