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Sets out requirements and recommendations for the storage and handling of toxic substances that in Australia, meet the Class 6.1 classification criteria of the ADG Code and in New Zealand, the Class 6.1 classification criteria of the IMDG Code and Schedules 1-4 of the New Zealand Toxic Substances Regulations 1983. The Standard applies to Class 6.1 substances and may also apply to substances of other classes having a 6.1 Subsidiary Risk. A discussion of the hazards presented by toxic substances and a bibliography of documents providing guidelines on the preparation of emergency plans are provided in appendices.

Sets out requirements and recommendations for the safe storage and handling of Class 9 (miscellaneous) dangerous goods and articles, in packages, IBCs and bulk. Advice is given on fire protection, waste disposal, operations and personnel safety. Guidelines for emergency procedures are also provided.

Sets out requirements and recommendations for the safe storage and handling of Class 4 dangerous goods as classified in the ADG Code, for Australia, and the HNSO Act, for New Zealand.

The main purposes of this Act are: (a) to create a legislative framework to give effect to the objects of this Act; and (b) to repeal the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1985; and (c) to provide for matters of a transitional nature and make consequential amendments. (VIC legislation.)

These Regulations come into operation on 31 July 2016. (VIC legislation.)

The main object of this Act is to provide for a balanced and nationally consistent framework to secure the health and safety of workers and workplaces. (NT legislation.)

This Act may be cited as the Dangerous Goods Act 1985. (VIC legislation.)

Authorised Version incorporating amendments as at 1 February 2024. (VIC legislation.)

Provides minimum acceptable safety requirements for installations where more than one class of dangerous goods is stored and handled, whether in packages or intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) of up to 1.6 m3 capacity.

Sets out good design and management principles and practices for the construction, operation and maintenance of manufacturing and processing plants and associated transportation and storage systems.