<small>Class 8 </small>Corrosive Substance Storage
<small>Class 8 </small>Corrosive Substance Storage

Class 8: Corrosive Substance Storage

Corrosive substances are classified as dangerous goods as they have serious implications for people, property and the environment. Substances include acids and alkalis including sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide and nitric acid. Due to the harm that corrosive substances can cause, through contact with the chemical as well as highly corrosive vapours, compliant Corrosive Substance Storage is a necessity.

Corrosive Cabinets and Outdoor Stores

According to the Australian Standard AS 3780 - The storage and handling of corrosive substances, Class 8 dangerous goods must be stored in a  way that prevents leaks and spills, corrosion of storage materials, entry into the environment and reactions with incompatible substances.

Requirements for Corrosive Substance Storage

Key requirements for safe Corrosive Storage include secured entry so that unauthorised access to Class 8 chemicals is prohibited, separation and segregation to minimise harm, storage on floors which have immediate access from outside the premises, corrosion resistant materials to prevent attack on the storage equipment, sufficient ventilation to maintain workplace exposure standards, and compliant spill containment.

Shop the full range of compliant Storemasta Corrosive Storage to reduce the risk of Class 8 dangerous goods in your operations.

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Get the answer with FAQs.

What is the Australian Standard for corrosive substances?

AS 3780 - The storage and handling of corrosive substances lays out all requirements for these Class 8 dangerous goods to reduce the likelihood and impact of harm for people, property and the environment.

Do Corrosive Substance Stores require safety showers or eyewash stations?

Yes, emergency decontamination facilities for Corrosive Storage are required within 2 to 10 metres of where packages are opened. This equipment includes eyewash facilities, water for hand washing and a safety shower.

What does the Class 8 diamond mean?

It's vital that all Corrosive Substance Cabinets and Outdoor Stores feature compliant signage and placards so that staff are aware of these hazardous substances. The Class 8 dangerous goods diamond offers instant recognition and warning of the hazards associated with the corrosive substances kept onsite. The sign depicts corrosive chemicals being spilt on a surface and human hands, and is marked clearly with the number 8 and the words CORROSIVE.