2YE Un No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM Sign

HAZCHEM Sign – 2YE Un No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM Sign

The purpose of the 2YE UN No. 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM Sign is to communicate critical safety information regarding the handling and storage of ethanol, which is a flammable and potentially hazardous substance. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its significance:

The 2YE UN No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM sign is required wherever Ethanol is stored, transported, or transferred in bulk quantities. It helps emergency responders quickly identify hazards such as flammability, vapour ignition, and reactivity. The panel meets NZS 5433, WorkSafe NZ Hazardous Substances Regulations 2017, and AS/NZS 1319:1994 Safety Signs requirements.

1. Hazard Identification:

• 2: Indicates that ethanol is toxic and poses health risks upon exposure.
• Y: Signifies that the substance is reactive with water, requiring caution in the event of spills or firefighting efforts.

2. Safety Precautions:

The sign alerts workers and emergency responders to the flammability and toxicity of ethanol, prompting the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling practices.

3. Emergency Response Guidance:

In the event of a fire or spill, the sign provides essential information for emergency responders, including appropriate extinguishing agents and safety measures to mitigate risks.

4. Regulatory Compliance:

Proper signage is often a legal requirement, helping organizations comply with safety regulations and minimizing liability associated with hazardous materials.

5. Training and Awareness:

The sign serves as a constant reminder for workers about the potential hazards of ethanol, promoting a culture of safety and vigilance in handling chemicals.

6. Preventing Accidents:

By clearly marking areas where ethanol is stored or used, the sign helps prevent accidents and injuries, ensuring that individuals maintain a safe distance and adhere to proper handling protocols.

FAQs

1️⃣ Why do I need an Ethanol HAZCHEM sign?
To identify flammable liquids and assist emergency services in quickly assessing hazards during a spill or fire involving Ethanol.

2️⃣ Where should it be used?
Required on vehicles, bulk storage areas, and drum bays carrying UN 1170 Ethanol in accordance with NZS 5433 and WorkSafe NZ transport rules.

3️⃣ Can this 2YE Un No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM Sign be customised?
Yes — we can adjust layout or material for different tank sizes or storage requirements for a $25 design fee.

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 2YE Un No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM Sign

Flexible, vehicle-grade magnetic placards with the 2YE Un No 1170 Ethanol HAZCHEM 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)  

• Why you need the correct Hazard sign

Please note. We make some of our safety signs to order and it may take 5 to 10 business days to receive. If you require your order urgently, please don’t hesitate to contact us to confirm an estimated delivery date prior to placing your order.

If you are not sure about what sign you need for your business, just contact us at +6432183350 or email us and we will make it ready for you.