During an unannounced audit, a WorkSafe Inspector identified significant non-compliance in the way flammable liquids were being stored across a manufacturing site.

    As Operations Manager and Person in Charge, Jonathan was responsible for ensuring hazardous substances were managed in accordance with regulatory requirements. At the time of inspection, Class 3 flammable liquids were dispersed throughout the facility, lacking a centralised and compliant storage system.

    The inspector’s directive was clear and urgent:

    • Immediate action required to rectify non-compliant storage
    • Risk of enforced shutdown if issues were not resolved
    • Exposure to regulatory penalties and operational disruption

    The site required a fast, compliant, and practical solution that could be implemented without impacting production.

    Hazero responded promptly with an on-site assessment, taking a consultative approach to understand the full scope of the risk.

    Key considerations included:

    • Types and classifications of flammable liquids stored
    • Container sizes and total volumes on site
    • Available footprint within operational areas
    • Workflow and accessibility requirements

    Rather than defaulting to a complex and capital-intensive infrastructure solution, Hazero identified an opportunity to simplify compliance through fit-for-purpose storage.

    Hazero recommended:

    • Consolidation of all Class 3 flammable liquids into a single compliant unit
    • Deployment of a Hazero Flammable Cabinet – 250L
    • Strategic placement within the primary work zone for safe and efficient access

    This approach ensured compliance with AS1940:2017 design requirements, while avoiding unnecessary construction or operational disruption.

    The Outcome

    The implementation delivered immediate compliance and operational stability.

    Immediate Regulatory Compliance

    • All flammable liquids safely consolidated into a compliant cabinet
    • Alignment with AS1940:2017 storage standards
    • Positive outcome from WorkSafe inspection

    Zero Operational Downtime

    • No need for construction or site modifications
    • Rapid deployment with minimal disruption to workflow

    Improved Safety and Risk Management

    • Elimination of dispersed hazardous storage points
    • Reduced fire risk through controlled containment

    Cost-Effective Solution

    • Avoided unnecessary investment in permanent infrastructure
    • Delivered a compliant outcome through a scalable, modular system

    Hazero as Your Compliance Partner

    This project demonstrates Hazero’s ability to act quickly and strategically in high-pressure compliance scenarios.

    By combining regulatory expertise with practical, site-specific solutions, Hazero enables organisations to achieve compliance efficiently—without over-engineering or disrupting operations.

    Creating Safer Working Environments

    At Hazero, our mission is Zero Hazards. We partner with organisations across New Zealand to deliver compliant, practical solutions for storing and managing hazardous substances.

    If you would like support reviewing your current storage practices or preparing for regulatory inspections, our team is available to assist.

    Contact Hazero
    📞 0800 688 844
    ✉️ info@hazero.co.nz

    On-site assessments are available nationwide.


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