HAZCHEM 2XE Un No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign

HAZCHEM 2XE Un No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign

The purpose of the “HAZCHEM 2XE UN No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign” is to provide critical safety information regarding the handling and storage of methyl bromide, a hazardous substance. The HAZCHEM 2XE UN No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign identifies toxic, colourless gases used in fumigation and industrial processing. Designed to alert workers and emergency responders to potential hazards, this sign ensures compliance with NZS 5433:2020, HSNO Act 1996, and AS/NZS 1319:1994 requirements for transport and workplace safety. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its significance:

1. Hazard Identification:

• 2: Indicates that methyl bromide is toxic, posing serious health risks upon exposure through inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion.
• X: Signifies that the substance is reactive with water, necessitating specific precautions if it comes into contact with moisture.

2. Safety Precautions:

• The sign alerts workers and responders to the need for appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as respirators, gloves, and protective clothing, to minimize the risk of exposure.

3. Emergency Response Guidance:

• In the event of a spill, leak, or exposure, the sign provides essential information for emergency responders, guiding them on safe handling, containment measures, and appropriate first aid.

4. Regulatory Compliance:

• Proper signage is often required under safety regulations, helping organizations comply with legal obligations related to hazardous materials and minimizing liability.

5. Training and Awareness:

• The sign serves as a constant reminder to workers and visitors about the dangers associated with methyl bromide, fostering a culture of safety and vigilance.

6. Preventing Accidents:

• By clearly marking areas where methyl bromide is stored or used, the sign helps prevent accidents and injuries, ensuring individuals are aware of potential risks and follow proper safety protocols.

FAQs

1️⃣ Why is this sign required for Methyl Bromide?
Because Methyl Bromide is a highly toxic, colourless gas used mainly for fumigation. Displaying this sign helps ensure compliance with NZ and Australian DG transport regulations and provides a clear warning to responders.

2️⃣ Where should this sign be displayed?
It must be displayed on vehicles, cylinders, and depots where Methyl Bromide (UN 1062) is stored or transported, in accordance with NZS 5433 and WorkSafe NZ requirements.

3️⃣ Can this HAZCHEM 2XE Un No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign be customised?
Yes — we can modify the size, layout, or class numbering for a $25 design fee if your site uses alternative tank or gate configurations.

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 HAZCHEM 2XE Un No 1062 Methyl Bromide Sign

Flexible, vehicle-grade magnetic placards with the HAZCHEM 2XE Un No 1062 Methyl Bromide 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

The Standard is about the use of legible text and appropriate, simple symbols.

By simplifying the message, it reduces the risk of misinterpretation, which increases the chances of the sign’s warning or instruction being followed.

Enhancing the signs visibility through placement and colour

Placement and visibility will play a crucial role in the efficiency of safety signs.

The standard states that signs must be positioned near the hazard they are warning about, which ensures that the safety message is relevant. Also it advocates the use of contrasting colours for the background and lettering. This attention to the colour scheme will increase visibility and readability from a reasonable distance, which ensures the message is accessible.

The mission of Hazard Signs NZ is to provide quality-made safety signs to all of New Zealand. Our great prices and convenient online ordering platform make us a preferred supplier to many NZ businesses. All our signs are designed and manufactured in Invercargill to meet the workplace health and safety needs of all businesses and industries in New Zealand.

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.

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