The Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition

As of October 2010, the 7th edition of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG 7) has been implemented in all jurisdictions in Australia (except for the Northern Territory). Details on how and where to freely access or purchase a copy of ADG 7 are listed below.  

The purpose of ADG7 is to provide consistent technical requirements for the land transport of dangerous goods across Australia. The Code should be read in conjunction with the model legislation.  The 7th Edition of the Code adopts the structure, format, definitions and concepts of the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations while retaining some Australian specific provisions. It also incorporates additional provisions for the transport of infectious substances.

ADG7 lists provisions applicable to the transport of dangerous goods including:

• Classification;
• packaging and performance testing;
• use of bulk containers, IBCs Freight containers and unit loads;
• marking and placarding;
• vehicle requirements;
• segregation and stowage;
• transfer of bulk dangerous goods;
• documentation;
• safety equipment;
• procedures during transport;
• emergencies and
• the dangerous goods list with UN numbers.

ADG7 also contains an information guide, a section outlining key changes and a section with frequently asked questions. ADG 7 does not contain all requirements and guidelines relating to the transport of explosives, radioactive materials, waste products and other environmentally hazardous substances unless those products or substances are also dangerous goods within the meaning of the Code.

Purchasing or Accessing the Australian Dangerous Goods Code 7th Edition:

Copies of ADG7 and its associated model legislation can be freely accessed from the National Transport Commission Website at: http://www.ntc.gov.au/viewpage.aspx?AreaId=35&DocumentId=1147

Hard copies or a CD of ADG7 can be purchased from Canprint.

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