Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign

Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign

Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign –  The Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel (EIP) Sign plays an essential role in communicating safety and emergency response information in environments where ammonia solution is present. Its main purposes are:

1. Chemical Identification: The sign identifies the presence of ammonia solution, ensuring that personnel and emergency responders are aware of the specific chemical they are dealing with. Ammonia is a corrosive and toxic substance that can pose significant health and safety risks.
2. Hazard Communication: It outlines the hazards associated with ammonia solution, including its strong corrosive nature, toxic fumes, and potential to cause irritation or burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Ammonia vapors are highly irritating and can be harmful when inhaled, especially in confined spaces.
3. Safety Precautions: The panel provides guidelines for safe handling and storage, such as using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves, goggles, and face shields, ensuring good ventilation, and storing ammonia solution away from heat sources or incompatible substances.
4. Emergency Response Instructions: In case of a spill, leak, or other emergencies, the sign offers instructions on how to respond safely. This includes guidance on containing and neutralizing the spill, evacuating the area if necessary, and using proper firefighting methods (such as water spray or dry chemicals) to prevent fire from reacting with ammonia vapors.
5. Health and First Aid Information: The sign provides first aid measures for exposure to ammonia solution, such as flushing skin or eyes with plenty of water in case of contact and moving to fresh air in case of inhalation. It advises seeking medical attention immediately if irritation or burns occur.

Specialist Advice Field – What To Add

On all Emergency Information Panel (EIP) Signs, there is a section labelled “Specialist Advice”. This is where you can add contact details for immediate technical or emergency response advice.

For example, you can include:

• Company emergency phone number (e.g. 0800 XXX XXX)

• On-site chemical specialist or health & safety officer contact

• Emergency response contractor details (e.g. CHEMCALL, if your company is subscribed, or another provider)

• Internal HSE department contact

👉 If you don’t have a specialist service, you can still include a company name and phone number so first responders know who to contact immediately.

NOTE: If you wish to use 0800 CHEMCALL, please note that this service is operated by Responsible Care NZ and permission/approval must be obtained directly from them prior to use.

The Ammonia Solution EIP Sign clearly identifies UN 2672, HAZCHEM 2R, and provides a Specialist Advice section — essential for facilities handling ammonia-based cleaning agents, refrigeration, or fertiliser products.
Learn where and how EIP signs are required under NZS 5433 and WorkSafe NZ guidance in Emergency Information Panel Signs Explained.

The 2R code warns that fine water spray can be used to cool containers but not to extinguish leaks — and that full protective equipment is required.
It’s part of the emergency shorthand used by responders across New Zealand and Australia.
See more code meanings in Understanding HAZCHEM Signs in New Zealand & Australia.

Ammonia solution is a Class 8 – Corrosive and Class 9 – Environmentally Hazardous substance.
It’s both irritating to the skin and harmful to aquatic life, so correct labelling and segregation are essential. Read the full overview in Understanding Dangerous Goods Classes 1–9.

FAQs

1. Why do I need this Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign?
It’s required by NZ hazardous goods transport laws to clearly identify tankers and storage areas containing corrosive solutions like Ammonia Solution. This ensures fire and emergency crews can quickly recognise the chemical and take appropriate safety measures.

2. Where should it be used?
Install on tankers, bulk chemical containers, and facility storage areas where Ammonia Solution is handled or stored. Must be visible from at least 10 metres.

3. What should go in the ‘Specialist Advice’ field?
You can add your company’s emergency contact number or an approved advisory service such as CHEMCALL 0800 243 622 (if authorised). We can custom-print your specific contact details upon request for compliance and clarity.

Working with ammonia? You’ll want to keep those eyes and lungs happy — not waterworks-happy!
While you’re at it, check out our Chlorine EIP Sign to cover all your gas-handling bases.

How to choose the right mounting options.

Corflute: short-term term less than 2 years outdoors

Thin PVC: Medium term, more than 2 years

ACM: Long term 5 years or more

Supplied as a sticker:

long-term digital print laminated for long-term use. With a life of 5 years or more. We use a Hi Tac vinyl which allows it to be applied to most surfaces.

Magnetic mounting option for the Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign

Flexible, vehicle-grade magnetic placards with the Ammonia Solution Emergency Information Panel Sign printed on premium vinyl, laminated, and mounted to automotive magnetic sheeting. They stick to ferrous steel panels and remove without residue—ideal for vehicles that only carry DG sometimes.

Who they’re for

• Contractors / couriers who transport Dangerous Goods occasionally

• Hire or multi-use vehicles (no permanent signage)

• Sites that swap classes depending on load (quick changeover)

• Magnet: vehicle-grade sheet, 0.8–1.0 mm thick (30–40 mil), high-energy.

• Face film: outdoor self-adhesive vinyl + UV laminate (gloss).

• Operating temp: suitable from winter cold to summer heat (typical automotive range).

Where they work (and don’t)

• Works on: painted steel panels that are flat, clean, and smooth.

• Doesn’t work on: aluminium, stainless, plastics, composites, heavy body filler; vinyl wraps, ceramic coatings, heavily textured paint.

• If customers have aluminium doors/ute trays, suggest self-adhesive or rigid ACM instead.

Fitment checklist

1. Clean & dry the panel (no wax/polish).

2. Warm, flat magnet—no curl.

3. Apply to flat steel only; press from centre out.

4. Do not bridge panel gaps, ribs or sharp curves.

5. Remove daily to clean/dry both surfaces; store flat.

6. In heavy rain/highway speeds, check edges haven’t lifted.

Care & maintenance

• Remove and wipe after wet weather; store flat (never rolled tight).

• Move position slightly each week to avoid differential fading.

• Avoid use on freshly resprayed paint (allow full cure).

Compliance note

• Magnet is a mounting method. The operator must ensure placards are the correct class, size, and securely affixed for the journey. Some carriers or site rules may require permanent/rigid placards—check your procedure.

For more information check out these links

• WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous Substances Management
  👉 WorkSafe NZ – Hazardous substances

• EPA NZ – HSNO Act guidance
  👉 EPA NZ – Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act

• United Nations GHS
  👉 UN – Globally Harmonized System (GHS)  

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