Under dangerous goods regulations, a transport document must state all relevant information and be given in. Read more about new zealand s aviation state safety programme pdf 347 kb part 100 safety management, which came into force on 01 february 2016, prescribes requirements for sms. It is the most complete, uptodate and userfriendly reference manual trusted by the industry for over 50 years. As the carriage of dangerous goods by air is regulated by various government authorities as well as by air new zealand and iata, if you want to send them and are not certified to do so, contact us. Each person is limited to a maximum of 15 portable electronic devices, such as cameras, mobile phones, laptops, tablets, etc. Transporting dangerous goods safely 4 foreword dangerous goods refers to items that are potentially dangerous during transportation. These acts, regulations and rules cover dangerous goods, including infectious and radioactive materials. The legislative history at the back of the regulations or rules provides detail about the past and future operation of the regulations or rules. Where a permit has expired it must be renewed by submitting a new application. These dangerous goods declaration forms are supplied in a handy pack of 50. How to import or export controlled chemicals new zealand.
It is issued in accordance with section 76c of the act. They can be easily filled in and accompany any dangerous goods that are to be transported. It is the responsibility of the holders of these certificates to determine if a rhl is required. Dangerous substances dangerous goods transport regulations 2008. Ac1001 safety management provides explanatory information and examples of how to comply with part 100.
Hazardous substances classification notice 2017 epa. As of the 1st of august 2016, all dangerous goods records must be. The adg code should be read in conjunction with relevant state or territory law. Hsno act means the hazardous substances and new organisms act 1996. Hazardous substances safety data sheets notice 2017. Commencementthis urgent instruction takes effect on 1 june 2016. How does the iata dangerous goods regulations book help you. Recognized by airlines worldwide, the iata dangerous goods regulations dgr is the industry standard for shipping dangerous goods by air.
Checkedin baggage restricted items air new zealand. Confidence in this regard is achieved through quality assurance and compliance assurance programmes. Dangerous goods dg are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment and which are shown in the list of dangerous goods in the applicable dangerous goods regulations or classified as dangerous in those regulations. Transporting dangerous goods within new zealand is governed by five principal pieces of legislation covering the three transport modes. This new legislation is based upon the national standard for the storage and handling of dangerous goods declared by the national occupational health and safety commission in 2001. Commencementthis urgent instruction takes effect on 1 june 2016 2. The ozone protection and synthetic greenhouse gas management regulations 1995 the ozone regulations. Guide to the transport of dangerous goods ministry of transport. Dangerous goods, abbreviated dg, are substances that when transported are a risk to health, safety, property or the environment.
In february and march 2016, maritime new zealand consulted, via its website, with the public on drafts of the proposed amendments to the maritime rules in accordance with the act, including the expected costs and benefits. This can help you to save both time and money in the long run. More information about d endorsements and how to get one. The recommendations concerning the transport of dangerous goods are presented in the form of model regulations on the transport of dangerous goods, which are presented as annex to this document. This version of the regulations have been consolidated to include amendment sor2019101 emergency response assistance plan published in the canada gazette, part ii, on may 1, 2019. This standard has been updated to reflect the revised land transport rule, unrtdg latest update 14th edition. Transport of dangerous goods under an approval is limited to. We specialise in managing the development of standards. Mutual recognition of dangerous goods and explosives. Transporting dangerous or hazardous goods waka kotahi nz. Make sure you have a intricate understanding of current regulations before attempting to ship dangerous goods.
The adg code adopts the structure, format, definitions and concepts of the united nations recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods. Recommendations on tests and criteria, which are incorporated into certain provisions of these regulations are published as a separate manual recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods, manual of tests and criteria stsgac. The consignor of any dangerous goods must ensure the following is carried out. The iata dangerous goods regulations book is designed to help your business in a number of ways. Refer to the dangerous goods transportation regulations of the country of. Standards new zealand citations by land transport rule. Hsno codes of practice for hazardous substances worksafe. Hazardous materials are often subject to chemical regulations. Introduction the following information is a guide to the requirements for applying for mutual recognition of an interstate or new zealand dangerous goods or. Pursuant to regulation 1102b of the electricity safety regulations 2010 regulations, i, wayne anthony vernon, general manager, high hazards and energy safety, worksafe new zealand, give the following urgent instruction notice.
Dangerous goods amendment 2016 associate minister of transport. Dangerous goods regulations dgr the trusted source to help you prepare and document dangerous shipments. Health and safety in employment act 1992 no 96 as at 04. Dangerous goods supplied in australia and new zealand should be classified, labelled, packaged, stored and transported according to australian standards which include the following classes. Position of dangerous goods in unit mark with x railway wagon container cab pantech artic truck and trailer packing declaration i hereby declare that the goods have been loaded into the vehicle container id no. Recognized by the global airline industry for over 60 years, the dgr is the most complete, uptodate, and userfriendly reference enabling you to ensure your shipments are compliant with the latest regulations. The dangerous goods rule 2005, which is enforced by the police on land transport nzs behalf, applies to anyone transporting dangerous goods on land and includes items for personal or recreational use. If you are transiting controlled chemicals through new zealand, you will need to apply for an import permit and an export permit from mfat. Hazchem action codes can be found in new zealand standard 5433.
Precision in our industry is paramount and our standard is 100% compliance. Standards new zealand transport of dangerous goods on land. The transport industry has a particular responsibility to ensure that potentially hazardous operations do not threaten the safety and wellbeing of the community and our environment. There are regulations and standards you must follow when handling and transporting certain cargoes, particularly those considered dangerous goods. Mutual recognition of dangerous goods and explosives licences. Electricity safety regulations new zealand gazette. The model regulations aim at presenting a basic scheme of provisions that will allow uniform development of. It is intended that the list cover, as far as practicable, all dangerous substances of commercial importance. Personal vaporizers, such as ecigarettes, ecigars and epipes, however provided you dont use or charge them on board the aircraft they can be taken as carryon baggage. Regulatory authorities and legislation in new zealand. This file includes parts 1 16, schedules 1, 2 and 3 and legends for schedule 1 and 3. Applicationthis urgent instruction applies to the following. Pursuant to regulation 1102b of the electricity safety regulations 2010 regulations, i, wayne anthony vernon, general manager, high hazards and energy safety, worksafe new zealand, give the following urgent instruction.
Standards new zealand has revised new zealands standard for the transport of dangerous goods on land nzs 5433. In new zealand, these substances are covered by the radiation protection act 1965, which is administered by the national radiation laboratory of the ministry of health. The holder of a new zealand national certificate of competency as marine engineer is not considered to hold a refrigerant handling license rhl. A lot depends on what youre transporting, how much, and under what circumstances. Because the new health and safety at work hazardous substances regulations 2017 replace the hsno regulations for the workplace, some. Businesses must comply with their state territory specific act and regulations and. Storage and handing of dangerous goods safework nsw. The table below includes a hyperlink to each state and territorys dangerous goods transport act and regulations. Find out about the guidelines and legislation you must follow when preparing and transporting cargo and dangerous goods. The forms feature the red and white regulation colours and meet the nz standards. Hazardous substances are widely used across new zealand workplaces, so its important to know the risks and how to protect people from harm. Airlines, freight forwarders, ground handlers and shippers like you rely on the iata dangerous goods regulations dgr manual every day to make sure. The 2012 version of nzs 5433 will help the transport, chemical, and packaging industries to comply with the latest safety requirements. Dangerous goods declaration form pad of 50 officemax nz.
How to validate your dangerous goods from the new consignment. They have a sturdy cardboard backing for convenient use. Note changes authorised by subpart 2 of part 2 of the legislation act 2012 have been made in this official reprint. The iata dangerous goods regulations dgr is the trusted source to help you prepare, handle or accept dangerous goods shipments by air. These recommendations have been developed by the united nations economic and social councils committee of experts on the transport of dangerous goods in the light of technical progress, the advent of new substances and materials, the exigencies of modern transport systems and, above all, the requirement to ensure the safety of people, property and the. Dangerous goods are correctly marked and labelled section 4 of the rule 4. A notice regarding this consultation was placed in the new zealand gazette on 9 february 2016. Standards new zealand has revised new zealand s standard for the transport of dangerous goods on land nzs 5433. Dangerous goods 2005 made under the land transport act 1998. The shipper is responsible for ensuring all the legal requirements of the land transport rule dangerous goods 2005, the international air transport association iata regulations and the international maritime dangerous goods imdg regulations and conditions set out in the freightways dangerous goods policy and guide have been met. Wellington, new zealand pursuant section harry james duynhoven. Aug 10, 2018 the purpose of the australian dangerous goods code adg code is to provide consistent technical requirements for the land transport of dangerous goods across australia. Wellington, new zealand pursuant to sections 152 and 156 of the land transport act 1998, and after having had regard to the criteria specified in section 1642 of that act i, craig foss, associate minister of transport, make the following ordinary rule. Implement new zealands obligations under chapter vii of the international convention for the safety of life at sea solas 1974, as amended, and prescribe rules governing the carriage of dangerous goods by sea by certain.
Certain dangerous goods that pose risks even when not being transported are known as hazardous materials abbreviated as hazmat or hazmat hazardous materials are often subject to chemical regulations. Standards new zealand transport of dangerous goods on. Dangerous goods training digicert iata certification. They include a wide range of solids, liquids and gases that have explosive, flammable, toxic poisonous, infectious, radioactive, corrosive or environmentally hazardous ecotoxic properties. Iata dangerous goods regulations 57th edition english effective 1 january 2016 addendum 16 january 2016 page 227 add new idg indonesia idg01 air operators wishing to carry dangerous goods into, transiting or out of indonesia must obtain a dangerous goods permit from directorate general of civil aviation c.
All businesses must manage their hazardous substances risks. Generally, if youre transporting dangerous or hazardous goods, you need a dangerous goods d endorsement on your driver licence. Promote safety with iata dangerous goods regulations manuals. Dangerous goods are correctly classified according to their properties 2. Electricity safety regulations urgent instruction under. Read more about new zealands aviation state safety programme pdf 347 kb part 100 safety management, which came into force on 01 february 2016, prescribes requirements for sms. The purpose of the australian dangerous goods code adg code is to provide consistent technical requirements for the land transport of dangerous goods across australia. Cargoes and dangerous goods australian maritime safety. Some dangerous goods cannot be accepted for carriage. Certain other types of dangerous goods are only accepted at auckland, wellington or christchurch even though we can ship them to most destinations.
We ensure that you have the all the facts available so that informed decisions can be made around shipping your valuable consignments. The recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods, manual of tests and criteria stsgac. Certain dangerous goods that pose risks even when not being transported are known as hazardous materials abbreviated as hazmat or hazmat. Transport of dangerous goods by road and rail legislation. We also publish and sell new zealand, joint australianew zealand, and international standards. These recommendations have been developed by the united nations economic and social councils committee of experts on the transport of dangerous goods in the light of technical progress, the advent of new substances and materials, the exigencies of modern transport systems and, above all, the requirement to ensure the safety of people, property and the environment. Recognized by the worlds airlines for almost 60 years, the dgr is the most complete, uptodate, and userfriendly reference in the industry. Dangerous goods, abbreviated dg, are substances that when transported are a risk to health. Provides regulatory requirements governing the safe transport of dangerous goods. You must store your hazardous substances safely to protect yourself and your. Transporting dangerous goods can be an intimidating process unless you have had the legally required training. Ac1001 safety management provides explanatory information and examples of. A further consultation was undertaken on 19 september 2016 through. Recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods.
The adg code adopts the structure, format, definitions and concepts of the united nations recommendations. Standards new zealand is a business unit within the ministry of business, innovation and employment. Carriage of cargoes dangerous goods iii part objective this purpose of part 24a is to. The international maritime organization imo governs the agreed minimum. Each state and territory implements the updated australian dangerous goods code and associated updates to their dangerous goods transport regulations separately. We also publish and sell new zealand, joint australia new zealand, and international standards. Dangerous goods are correctly packaged section 3 of the rule 3. This way, our trained staff can check the paperwork, packing and labelling compliance in line with iata rules and regulations.
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