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GENERA AUSTRALIA

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

FOR THE FUMIGATION OF LOGS IN SHIPPING

CONTAINERS AT THE GOULBURN INTERMODAL FREIGHT

TERMINAL

Table of Contents

Table of Contents................................................................................................................................01.0 Emergency Phone List..................................................................................................................12.0 List of Current Genera Emergency Co-Ordinators.......................................................................23.0 GIFT Contacts and Resources.......................................................................................................3

3.1 GIFT Emergency Response Coordinators................................................................................33.2 Emergency Alert Arrangements for Operations inside GIFT...................................................33.3 Emergency Response Materials and Equipment.......................................................................3

4.0 Neighbouring Industries................................................................................................................44.1 Contact Telephone Numbers.....................................................................................................4

5.0 After Hours Emergency................................................................................................................46.0 Action Plans..................................................................................................................................5

6.1 Methyl Bromide Leak from a Cylinder at any time..................................................................56.2 Uncontrolled Release of Methyl Bromide during the Exposure Period...................................8

6.2.1 Further Information for Methyl Bromide Spills/Releases...............................................106.2.2 Traffic Control.................................................................................................................10

6.3 Fire..........................................................................................................................................116.4 Natural Disaster [Earthquake, Flood, Cyclone]......................................................................126.5 Bomb Threat/Suspicious Letter or Package............................................................................136.6 Armed Robbery.......................................................................................................................166.7 Riots/Crowds...........................................................................................................................166.8 Transportation Incident...........................................................................................................176.10 Spill or Leak on the Road.....................................................................................................17

7.0 Chemical Information.................................................................................................................188.0 Site Map......................................................................................................................................189.0 Training and Implementation......................................................................................................1810.0 Document Locations.................................................................................................................18Appendix 1: MSDS for Methyl Bromide..........................................................................................19Appendix 2: GIFT Site Map.............................................................................................................28Appendix 4: Site Register/sign in sheet............................................................................................29Appendix 5: Modification Record....................................................................................................30

Genera Australia Emergency Response Plan – Goulburn 1/6/2016

1.0 Emergency Phone List

Emergency Service Site Control (Roles) Phone Numbers

POLICE Traffic Control

Evacuation

Crowd Control

EMERGENCY 000 or

(02) 4824 0799

WORKSAFE Investigations of OSH 1300 551 832

AMBULANCE Treat Injured

Transport Injured

EMERGENCY 000

FIRE Fight Fires EMERGENCY 000

FLOOD, STORM, QUAKE 132 500

DEPT.ENVIRONMENT &

PRIMARY INDUSTRIES

Environment 3404 6999

CIVIL DEFENCE Community Care EMERGENCY 000

NAT. POISONS CENTRE 13 11 26

CRIMESTOPPERS 1800 333 000

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2.0 List of Current Genera Emergency Co-Ordinators

Name Position Responsibility Contact

Rodney Greenwood Executive DirectorOverall

Responsibility0400 966011

Robbie RamloseNational Operations

Manager

Operational


Mike Goss Biosecurity ManagerBiosecurity


George Egorov Site Supervisor Site responsibility 0409773635

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3.0 GIFT Contacts and Resources

3.1 GIFT Emergency Response Coordinators

Name / Position Contact Phone

Greg Bonett – CF Rail Manager 0428040241

3.2 Emergency Alert Arrangements for Operations inside GIFT

Alarm An emergency event may be alerted by a Fire Alarm (an alarm by be

activated by “breaking Glass” alarm points or radio)

3.3 Emergency Response Materials and Equipment

Materials & Equipment Location Maintenance Check

Fire Extinguishers On all vehicles Monthly

Fire Extinguishers On site Monthly

Self-Contained BA On site Annual

Protective Clothing (PPC) Personal use / Stores Daily E’ee / Monthly E’er

Fire Hose Reels On site Annual

Emergency Response Folder In vehicles Constant update & review

Lifting Equipment On site Annual COF

First Aid Kits In all vehicles 6 months

First Aid Kits On site Monthly

Signage Carried on all vehicles &

always on site

Each Day

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4.0 Neighbouring Industries

4.1 Contact Telephone Numbers

Industry Contact Contact Phone

CF Rail Workshop Manager 0428040241

ISO Josh Ward 0423383031

5.0 After Hours Emergency

All fumigation signs will display an Emergency Contact Telephone Number, which will be monitored 24/7

during fumigation operations. Genera Operators are available 24 hours (contacts in section 2.0)

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6.0 Action Plans

6.1 Methyl Bromide Leak from a Cylinder at any time

Duty of person who discovers the incident:

Step Course of Action

1.

Raise The Alarm

Contact CF Rail Services Site Manager; explain the emergency and what the danger level

is.

Staff Contact – Advise of onsite AFAS holder / fumigator in charge

2.

Secure the Area

Using a monitor to check MB concentration levels, check the wind direction, and

establish a hazard zone that will keep non-emergency response personnel and vehicles

well out of danger.

Staff Contact – Refer Section 2.0

3.

If there is an opportunity to stop the leak?

Approach with care using an approved air quality monitor.

Approach from upwind to keep from coming in contact with vapours and wear either B/A

gear or a full face mask.

This step to be performed by trained and qualified personnel or Fire Service only.


4.

Assess the Situation and consider each of the following:

Is there a fire risk?

What are the weather conditions?

What is at risk – people, property or the environment?

How significant is the risk – based on the situation, the hazards of the

products (from classes and subsidiary risks) and their degree of danger

(HAZCHEM)

Is public protection necessary? If so, notify your neighbours on page 2

What resources (human and equipment) are required and are readily

available?

What can be done right away?


Respond

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5. Likely scenario is (with the downwind danger corridor secured) to allow the gas to

continue to escape.

Continue to monitor air quality levels until safe levels are recorded (<5ppm).


6.

After the Emergency

Meet with appropriate port staff as soon as possible to de-brief / get statements if

applicable and set any necessary guidelines for the future.

Write incident report for General Manager, Genera Australia.


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FUMIGANT SPILL OR LEAK FROM CYLINDER

ACTIVATE ALARM &CLOSE VALVE

ACTIVATE ALARM & NOTIFY FIRE SERVICE

DIAL 111

EVACUATE BUILDINGS IF SAFE TO DO SO

GO TO ASSEMBLY AREA AND REMAIN THERE UNTIL ALL CLEAR IS

GIVEN

INITIATE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

MAJOR LEAK MINOR LEAK

SPILL RESPONSE TEAM TO PUT ON

PPE

CONTAIN/COLLECT HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE


Figure 1: Fumigant spill or Leak from a Cylinder Emergency Flowchart

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6.2 Uncontrolled Release of Methyl Bromide during the Exposure Period

Should there be an uncontrolled release of fumigant during the fumigation exposure period, the following steps are to be implemented.

Step What happens

1 The fumigation team will move to a safe distance away from the uncontrolled release of fumigant and assemble personal protection equipment (1 per fumigator) and communication devices.

2 The fumigation team will contact the client’s representative and notify him / her of the uncontrolled release of fumigant.

3 A member of the fumigation team, wearing personal protective equipment, will determine the gas concentration level;(a) around the point of uncontrolled release of fumigant, and(b) Within the buffer zone.

4 If the point of uncontrolled release can be sealed and secured safely, the fumigation team, wearing personal protective equipment, will undertake the necessary repair.

5 If the point of uncontrolled release cannot be sealed andsecured safely;(i) an air horn will be sounded to warn of the potential risk and to evacuate non-fumigation staff from the area, and(ii) The buffer zone will be extended to a distance in which the gas concentration level does not exceed 5ppm (threshold limit value for methyl bromide) outside of the buffer zone.

6 Emergency services and the client’s representative will be contacted.

7 The monitoring of gas concentration levels and buffer zones will continue until emergency services arrive.

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Figure 2 Uncontrolled Release of Fumigant during Exposure Period Emergency Flow Chart

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6.2.1 Further Information for Methyl Bromide Spills/Releases

At every occurrence of a leak or spill, the emergency plan must be implemented and when a dangerous situation occurs, the emergency services must be notified. Evacuate the area and keep personnel upwind. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in positive pressure mode. If practicable, stop the flow of vapour. Ventilate and/allow to evaporate, keeping people away from the area until safe re-entry levels are shown by halide indicator or similar monitor.

Methyl bromide rapidly boils-off and evaporates in the open environment. When feasible, methyl bromide should be allowed to evaporate.Ventilation to the locally applicable TLV of methyl bromide is mandatory.

Note: No material is known for neutralising spilled methyl bromide. The accepted procedures are to allow the methyl bromide to evaporate, or to try to recover the methyl bromide into a closed container.

Methyl bromide vapour is heavier than air and the liquid is heavier than water. Minimise a liquid methyl bromide leak if possible by turning the container so that only the vapour escapes. Methyl bromide will boil off in water, forming a frosty crystalline precipitate on the water.The immediate area and downwind of the spill should be evacuated immediately and the Evacuation Zone depends on the spill conditions (see below).

Further evacuation decisions should be made by the Fire Service (Hazmat team), based on the size of the spill, wind intensity, height of the release above the ground and the relative health of the people in the area.

All non-essential personnel should be kept out of the area. The area should only be entered with self-contained breathing apparatus with a full-face mask.

Only impervious, fully encapsulated and chemically inert clothing should be worn.Methyl bromide may persist in pits, hollows, depressions, sewers and confined spaces. Water sources, if possible, should be protected from methyl bromide spill.

6.2.2 Traffic Control

In the event of an uncontrolled release the buffer zone will be adjusted to make sure that the level of Methyl Bromide outside the boundary remains within the safe limit. Road control will be required to divert traffic to an alternative route instead of going past the log storage yard. New South Wales Police will be contacted to assist with road closure and traffic control. ISO/Qube Logistics & CF Rail Services staff will be utilised to temporarily assist with this control until the Police arrive.


6.3 Fire

Dealing safely with Methyl Bromide in a Fire Zone

It is very important that methyl bromide cylinders/tanks should not remain in a fire zone, as

the heat can increase the tank pressure beyond safety valve setting (if installed), or beyond

the maximum allowable working pressure, leading to deformation and bursting.

The fire should be extinguished with the most appropriate means.

Safe Procedure

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in positive pressure mode and

appropriate protective clothing.

If possible stop any flow of gas immediately.

Use fog nozzle or CO2 to keep cylinder cool.

If there is no risk, move cylinder away from fire.

Sometimes it is possible to move the fire source away from the methyl bromide

cylinders/tanks.

After the Fire

All methyl bromide containers should be carefully inspected for leaks or any physical

damage.


6.4 Natural Disaster [Earthquake, Flood, Cyclone]

Minor - A minor quake, flood or storm may not have any detrimental effect on the plant,

however an inspection must be carried out to ensure no damage has occurred.

Severe - In the case of a severe quake, flood or cyclone, the Emergency services may be

unavailable. This means that any or all of Genera staff may be called upon to deal with the

aftermath, be it injury, fire or environmental incident.

When an Emergency Occurs

Activate alarm to evacuate all personnel. If the plant suffers a power outage

communications could be affected.

If caught outside, move away from buildings and overhead structures. If caught in

buildings, move to the strongest part of the structure. Once there stay until shaking

stops.

If necessary management ring 000 to call for assistance to deal with spills, fire, injury

etc. They may be unavailable, so we may have to handle emergency alone.

If necessary initiate call-out procedure

Initiate evacuation, when shaking has stopped

Head count to be carried out at earliest opportunity

Tune into the radio to listen to reports of damage to surrounding area

Be aware of the possibility of after shocks

Rescue should not be attempted until shaking has ceased

When shake subsides, plant personnel will assess damage, a full safety check will

need to be carried out. Complete incident report


BOMB THREATAlways treat the threat as genuine and serious

Keep calm/Don’t panic

Verbal Threat Written Threat Finding Device

Keep the person talking DON’T INTERRUPT

Don’t handle excessively

Do not touchKeep area clear

Use his/her languageLet them feel in charge

Where possible place inside plastic bag

REMEMBERCellphones, radios,

or other electric devices may activate

the bomb

Attract attention of second person

Await further instructions

Complete the device location Checklist

(Refer ERP)

Keep the person talkingRECORD QUESTIONS

& REPONSES

Complete written Bomb Threat Checklist

(Refer ERP)

Raise Alarm and notify Management

MOST SENIOR GENERA STAFF

will direct operational staff as per ERP

6.5 Bomb Threat/Suspicious Letter or Package

Figure 3: Bomb Threat Procedure Flow Chart


VERBAL BOMB THREAT – CHECK LIST

QUESTIONS TO ASKWhen is the bomb going to explode?Where did you put the bomb?What does the bomb look like?What kind of bomb is it?What will make the bomb explode?Did you place the bomb?Why did you place the bomb?What is your name?Where are you?What is your addressEXACT WORDING OF THREAT

ACTION: Reported call immediately to:

CALLERS VOICEAccentAny impediment (specify)Voice: (loud, soft)Speech: (fast, slow)Diction: (clear, muffled)Manner (calm, emotionalDid you recognise the voice?If so, who do you think it was?Was the caller familiar with the area?THREAT LANGUAGEWell spoken?Incoherent?Irrational?Taped?Messages read by caller?Abusive?Other?BACKGROUND NOISESStreet noisesHouse noisesAircraftVoicesMusicMachineryLocal CallLong distanceSTDOtherOTHERSex of CallerEstimated Age


CALL TAKENDate Time Duration of Call Number Called

IF AN ARTICLE APPEARS SUSPICIOUS, THEN...

STOP what you are doing. Put the item down. If machinery is involved, ask someone to turn it off.NEVER smell, touch, taste, shake or empty contents of suspicious article / substance. Ask a CO-WORKER outside the immediate area to NOTIFY the fumigator in charge immediately.Turn off any equipment that could disturb airflow e.g. air-conditioning or fans.STAY where you found the article and step about 2 meters away from it. This includes any people directly next to you.If someone is experiencing health discomfort (e.g. anxiety attack, breathing difficulty, feeling faint etc.), get a first aider to assist. (Note: must wear protective gloves)If required, move to a location where they can calm down.If emergency, call for an ambulance immediately (phone 000).Other than an emergency situation, KEEP all other co-workers OUT of the isolation area.FOLLOW instructions of your manager / supervisor or person in charge.Stay upwind of any smoke or fumes.Only if it is safe - consider the option of attending to the problem - use a spill kit Wear protective clothing at all times when cleaning up a spill or leak.

HOW TO IDENTIFY A POTENTIALLY SUSPICIOUS ITEM...

Suspicious name or address sent to or returned fromNo return addressExcessive packaging - excessive use in tape may indicate a booby-trap springAddress or name associated with recent high profile coverage in media or request from SecurityLack of return address of sender, and cannot contact sender or receiver to verify what the article or substance isPowder or other substance inside or has spilt from articleProtruding wires or foil Oily stains or discolourationUnusually stiff or rigid envelopeExcessive postageRestrictive markings - e.g. ‘confidential’ or ‘personal’Post mark – especially mail/parcels from countries directing a terrorist campaign where bombs are common, but also could be local postmarksOther visual or weight anomaliesDEALING WITH SUSPICIOUS PEOPLE

If at any time you observe suspicious or unusual behaviour on or near the premises (e.g., nervous-looking person/s loitering around the site), note details immediately.


6.6 Armed Robbery

DURING A ROBBERY• Stay CALM. Mentally say to yourself “Stay calm.”• Obey instructions and co-operate.• Avoid making eye contact or asking questions.• If unable to meet demands, briefly explain why.• Pay attention to details about the robber:

o wearing - clothes and shoeso facial features - marks of identification - e.g. moleso voice typeo heighto hair colour, hair styleo hands - marks, rings, size, nails

AFTER A ROBBERY• Lock the door.• Observe the offender’s direction of escape and vehicle IF safe to do so.• Ring 03 552 50900• Get all witnesses to individually complete a witness report

6.7 Riots/Crowds

An angry mob can be just as dangerous and unpredictable as just about any natural disaster. If you've found yourself in the middle of a riot, you may not be able to run away immediately, but you can take some measures to protect yourself and your teams from harm.

Be prepared. Though it’s easier to assume that a riot won’t happen in your area, it’s better to be prepared for the worst. Even the calmest crowd can turn dangerous when its members are in a frantic, angry mood

Where possible have a spare mobile phone to hand Make sure you know who is at work today and where they are Be familiar with your area; be aware of possible escape routes and safe haven

before anything happens. This can then be passed on to your team depending on their location

Move to a safe enclosed area. Riots most commonly happen outside on the streets, not inside buildings.

Stay informed, and in touch with each other. Use the social media to alert you as to where to stay away from, as well as the local radio and news.

Have a first aid kit to hand; make sure there is solution for rinsing eyes in case of exposure to tear gas.

Have sugar candy on hand to keep energy levels up. Adrenaline will drain energy quickly and a sugar hit will help move faster

Carry small amounts of cash with in case there is a need to quickly arrange transportation, pay off looters, or address basic needs.

Remain calm Avoid confrontation by keeping your head down and walk – don’t run Don’t get involved


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Avoid being hit by riot control chemicals or weapons; have your safety gear to hand Move away from the riot as calmly as possible. If you're on foot, you should move

away by going with the flow of foot traffic, not against Drive appropriately if you're in a car and avoid heavy-traffic areas

6.8 Transportation Incident

The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident while transporting a hazardous material should immediately leave the vehicle, taking with him the shipping papers and take reasonable measures to extinguish any small fires.

The driver should call for help, and furnish the following information about the hazardous material involved:

UN Number: 1062 (Methyl Bromide) Hazard Class Placard/Diamond warning label Hazardous response markings (e.g. Hazchem Code, NFPA diamond numbers) Quantity of hazardous material involved Emergency contact phone number

The first responder is generally the local fire department, which should act to:

Protect persons, property and environment Contain the release from a safe distance Do not get involved in stopping the release Ensure that the fumigator in charge has been called and is present

If a vehicle carrying methyl bromide catches fire and no methyl bromide leak is detectable, the driver should move the vehicle to an open area; remove shipping and other emergency response documents (SDS’s) from the vehicle and make reasonable efforts to extinguish any small fires. The Driver should then:

Notify the local police and the fire department (000) Warn other drivers and pedestrians of the danger Notify the nearest methyl bromide handling facility Stay at a safe distance upwind from the vehicle until the incident has been declared

resolved by the responder in charge at the scene. If the driver cannot reasonably extinguish the fire and/or a methyl bromide leak is

evident, “Spill or Leak on the road” procedure should be followed immediately.

6.10 Spill or Leak on the Road

The Driver of a vehicle leaking methyl bromide should try to get the vehicle to an unpopulated area, put on his gas mask, take with him all documents, and get to a safe spot upwind and higher than the vehicle. From this safe spot, he should warn oncoming traffic and pedestrians and call for help. People not properly equipped should be kept out of the area. In any methyl bromide road transport emergency, call the EMERGENCY CONTACT (000) that should be clearly marked on the shipping papers and labels.


7.0 Chemical Information

Safety data sheets for each of the hazardous substances stored and used on site can be

found in Appendix 1 of this plan.

8.0 Site Map

The Site Map is located in Appendix 2 of this plan.

These illustrate the following information to assist emergency services:

Site Boundaries

Road ways and buildings

Normal entrances and exits

Evacuation Assembly Points

9.0 Training and Implementation

All Genera staff working on this site are aware of Genera’s Emergency Procedures and what to do in the case of an emergency. All staff are required to carry out an induction on employment commencement with Genera and are fully briefed and trained on our emergency procedures. A copy of this document is given to all staff on commencement of their employment.

10.0 Document Locations

This document is lodged with:

Goulburn Fire Brigade

With the emergency documents in the Genera vehicles.

Provided to CF Rail for records and ISO in case of emergency


Appendix 1: MSDS for Methyl Bromide

Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)Section 1 - Identification Of The Material And SupplierMebrom Pty Ltd Phone: +61 8 8260 6255 (office hours)Lot 101, Wilkins Rd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008Wingfield, SA 5013Chemical nature: Brominated hydrocarbon.Trade Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000APVMA Code: 66735Product Use: For use by professional and registered fumigators as shown on product label forcontrol of weeds, nematodes, soil and insect pests and rodents.Carefully read label before using this product.Creation Date: November, 2011This version issued: November, 2011 and is valid for 5 years from this date.Section 2 - Hazards IdentificationStatement of Hazardous NatureThis product is classified as: Xi, Irritating. T, Toxic. N, Dangerous to the environment. Hazardous according to thecriteria of SWA.Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.Risk Phrases: R23, R51, R36/37/38. Toxic by inhalation. Toxic to aquatic organisms. Irritating to eyes, respiratorysystem and skin.Safety Phrases: S23, S38, S45, S24/25, S36/37/39. Do not breathe vapours. In case of insufficient ventilation,wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons InformationCentre immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protectiveclothing, gloves and eye/face protection.SUSMP Classification: S7ADG Classification: Class 2.3 (METHYL BROMIDE)UN Number: 1062Emergency OverviewPhysical Description & colour: Colourless gas at normal temperatures and pressures.Odour: No odour.Major Health Hazards: Since methyl bromide is a gas at ambient temperatures, the most significant route ofexposure is inhalation. The reported 1-hour inhalation LC50 in rats is 4.5 mg/L, and the 11-hour LC50 in rabbits is 8mg/L. Inhalation of 6 mg/L for 10 to 20 hours, or 30 mg/L for 1.5 hours is lethal to humans. The compound is readilyabsorbed through the lung alveoli (gas exchange regions). Methyl bromide can be highly irritating to the mucousmembranes of the eyes, airways, and skin with contact. Toxic if inhaled, irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.


Contact can result in chemical burns. May cause respiratory distress.May cause lung damage. May cause cardiac arrest.May cause central nervous system effects.Potential Health EffectsSee section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.InhalationShort term exposure: Available data shows that this product is toxic, see symptoms above. In addition product isan inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased secretion ofmucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident.Skin Contact:Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is strongly irritating to skin. Symptoms may includeitchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear onceexposure has ceased.Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000Page: 2 of 6This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)Eye Contact:Short term exposure: This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes andwatering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptomsshould disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanentdamage.Ingestion:Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely as this product is a gas at roomtemperatures.Carcinogen Status:SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA.NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.IARC: Methyl Bromide is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.Section 3 - Composition/Information on IngredientsIngredients CAS No Conc,% TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)Methyl bromide 74-83-9 pure * 19 not set* Commercially pure.This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other nonhazardous ingredients are also possible.The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and shouldnot be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "isused when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.

Section 4 - First Aid MeasuresGeneral Information:You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated bythis product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all


times. Have this MSDS with you when you call.Inhalation: If inhalation occurs, contact a Poisons Information Centre. Urgent hospital treatment is likely to beneeded. Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be beneficialif administered by trained personnel, preferably on a doctor's advice. DO NOT allow victim to move aboutunnecessarily. Symptoms of pulmonary oedema can be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure.Skin Contact: Quickly and gently, blot or brush away excess chemical if found on skin. Wash gently and thoroughlywith water (use non-abrasive soap if necessary) for 20 minutes or until product is removed. Under running water,remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g. watchbands and belts). Completely decontaminateclothing, shoes and leather goods before reuse or discard. If irritation persists, repeat flushing and obtain medicaladvice.Eye Contact: Quickly and gently blot or brush away product. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) withlukewarm, gently flowing water until the product is removed or until a few minutes after irritation has ceased, whileholding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face. Obtainmedical advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts more than a few minutes.Ingestion: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.Section 5 - Fire Fighting MeasuresFire and Explosion Hazards: There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it isinvolved in a fire.Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.Extinguishing Media: Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires. Try to contain spills, minimisespillage entering drains or water courses.Fire Fighting:Flash point: No dataUpper Flammability Limit: No data.Lower Flammability Limit: No data.Autoignition temperature: No data.Flammability Class: No data.Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000Page: 3 of 6This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)Section 6 - Accidental Release MeasuresAccidental release: Evacuate the spill area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel.Immediately call the Fire Brigade. Wear full protective chemically resistant clothing including eye/face protection,gauntlets and self contained breathing apparatus. See above under Personal Protection regarding AustralianStandards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC.Eye/face protective equipment should comprise as a minimum, protective goggles. If there is a significant chance that21 Genera Goulburn Intermodal Freight Terminal Emergency Response Plan Version 1

vapours or mists are likely to build up in the cleanup area, we recommend that you use a respirator. It should be fittedwith a type B1 cartridge, suitable for acid gases.Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spillis too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drainsor waterways. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage,and dispose of promptly. Recycle containers wherever possible after careful cleaning. Refer to product label forspecific instructions. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of materialenters drains, advise emergency services. This material may be suitable for approved landfill. Ensure legality ofdisposal by consulting regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use.Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.Section 7 - Handling and StorageHandling: Use appropriate personal protection equipment. Avoid eye, skin and clothing contact.Do not breathe mist or vapour.Persons moving or handling containers should wear protective clothing. Open container only in a well-ventilated areawearing protective clothing and respiratory protection if necessary.Cylinders should not be subjected to rough handling or mechanical shock such as dropping, bumping, dragging, orsliding. Do not use rope slings, hooks, tongs, or similar devices to unload cylinders. Transport cylinders using handtruck, fork truck or other device to which the cylinder can be firmly secured. Do not remove valve protection bonnetand safety cap until immediately before use. Replace safety cap and valve protection bonnet when cylinder is not inuse. When cylinder is empty close, valve, screw safety cap onto valve outlet, and replace protection bonnet beforereturning to shipper. Only a registrant is authorized to refill cylinders. Do not use cylinders for any other purpose.Storage: Store in a locked room or place away from children, animals, food, feedstuffs, seeds and fertilisers. Store inthe closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.Other Precautions: Methyl bromide has no odour at dangerous levels and is extremely hazardous.Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal ProtectionThe following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501set 2008, Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.SWA Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)Methyl bromide 19 not setThe ADI for Methyl bromide is set at 0.0004mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 0.4mg/kg/day. ADI meansAcceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, March2010.Ventilation: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of afan is suggested.


Eye Protection: Protective glasses or goggles should be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protectyour eyes may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to wherethis product is being used.Skin Protection: Prevent skin contact by wearing impervious gloves, clothes and, preferably, apron. Make sure thatall skin areas are covered. See below for suitable material types.Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,PVC.Respirator: If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up in the area where this productis being used, we recommend that you use a respirator. It should be fitted with a type MB cartridge, suitable formethyl bromide.Eyebaths or eyewash stations and safety deluge showers should be provided near to where this product is beingused.Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:Physical Description & colour: Colourless gas at normal temperatures and pressures.Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000Page: 4 of 6This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)Odour: No odour.Boiling Point: 3.6°C at 100kPaFreezing/Melting Point: No specific data.Volatiles: Completely volatile at 100°C.Vapour Pressure: No data.Vapour Density: No data.Specific Gravity: 1.73 approxWater Solubility: 1.75% w/wpH: No data.Volatility: No data.Odour Threshold: No data.Evaporation Rate: No data.Coeff Oil/water distribution: No dataAutoignition temp: No data.Section 10 - Stability and ReactivityReactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you haveany doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.Conditions to Avoid: Containers should be kept dry. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, wellventilatedarea out of direct sunlight.Incompatibilities: acids, oxidising agents. Aluminum, Magnesium, Zinc, Alkali metals, Strong bases.Fire Decomposition: Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Water.bromine compounds. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion,dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death.Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation processes.


Section 11 - Toxicological InformationAcute toxicity: Since methyl bromide is a gas at ambient temperatures, the most significant route of exposure isinhalation. The reported 1-hour inhalation LC50 in rats is 4.5 mg/L, and the 11-hour LC50 in rabbits is 8 mg/L.Inhalation of 6 mg/L for 10 to 20 hours, or 30 mg/L for 1.5 hours is lethal to humans. The compound is readilyabsorbed through the lung alveoli (gas exchange regions). Methyl bromide can be highly irritating to the mucousmembranes of the eyes, airways, and skin with contact. About 1000 human poisoning incidents caused by methylbromide exposure have been documented, with effects ranging from skin and eye irritation to death. Most fatalitiesand injuries occurred when methyl bromide was used as a fumigant. The lowest inhalation level found to causetoxicity in humans is 0.14 mg/L in air. A typical delay in onset of symptoms following exposure combined with anodour threshold (level at which most people can smell it) well-above the level at which toxic effects occur, means thatthe victim may not realize a harmful exposure is occurring until it is too late. Initial acute effects may includeheadache, dizziness, nausea or vomiting, chest and abdominal pain, and irritated eyes, nose, and throat. Withsufficient exposure, symptoms of slurred speech, blurred vision, temporary blindness, mental confusion, and sweatingmay occur. More severe symptoms at even higher doses may include lung swelling; congestion; hemorrhaging of thebrain, heart, and spleen; severe kidney damage; and numbness, tremors, and convulsions. The nervous effectsobserved in lab animals included degeneration of key nerve cells in various portions of the brain and peripheralnervous system. Death may occur from respiratory failure. The rat oral LD50 (methyl bromide administered as a liquid,or in solution) is 214 mg/kg, also indicating moderate to high toxicity.Chronic toxicity: Chronic exposure to methyl bromide can cause extensive damage to neurons (nerve cells) involvedin cognitive processes and physical coordination or muscular control. These effects were seen in rats exposed to 0.51to 1.3 mg/L 6 hours per day for 5 days. Rats exposed to 65 ppm over 4 weeks for an average of 7 hours per day for 4to 5 days did not show neurological effects, but this level of exposure did result in severe, in some cases irreversible,neurological effects in rabbits over a similar time period. Exposure levels of 0.1 mg/L over 8 months (7.5 hours perday, 4 days/week) did not produce observable neurotoxicity. The symptoms of chronic exposure may includedizziness, vision and hearing disturbances, depression, confusion, hallucinations, euphoria, personality changes, andirritability. A chronic pneumonia-like syndrome may become apparent after repeated exposure to sufficient levels.Other targets of the fumigant identified through long-term animal studies are the heart, adrenal gland, and the testis.Reproductive effects: No reproductive effects were seen in rats exposed to up to 0.3 mg/L for 7 hours/day, 5 days aweek, for 3 weeks prior to mating and during gestation. This suggests that methyl bromide does not causereproductive effects.Teratogenic effects: No teratogenic effects were seen in rats exposed to up to 0.3 mg/L for 7 hours/day, 5 days aweek, for 3 weeks prior to mating and during gestation. This evidence indicates that methyl bromide is unlikely tocause teratogenic effects.


Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000Page: 5 of 6This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)Mutagenic effects: Mutagenic effects were seen in mouse cell cultures, mutagenicity assays with bacteria, and inhuman white blood cells. Rat liver cells did not display increased rates of mutation after exposure to methyl bromide.Methyl bromide is considered to be weakly mutagenic.Carcinogenic effects: In one study of industrial workers exposed to various brominated compounds, exposure tomethyl bromide was suggested as the possible common factor in two fatal cases of testicular cancer, but otherexposures could not be ruled out. In a rat study, methyl bromide given at 50 mg/kg/day by stomach tube for 90 days(gavage) induced stomach tumor increases. It appeared that the cancerous growth was due to severe localizedcellular injury, with subsequent increased cell reproduction to repair tissue damage amplifying the natural incidence ofmutant or abnormal cells. This is not likely to occur at low doses. Thus, the data are inconclusive.Organ toxicity: Acute exposure primarily damages the lung and results in nervous system effects; chronic exposuremay cause damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, and lungs. Other targets of the fumigant are the heart,nasal cavities, adrenal gland, and the testis.Fate in humans and animals: The major route of absorption of methyl bromide vapors is through the lungs. Some ofthe compound is excreted through the lungs as unchanged methyl bromide, but a significant amount also undergoesmetabolic decomposition. The primary breakdown products are the bromide ion and methanol, which are detectablein the blood and tissues and are excreted in the urine. Organic bromides (formed by reaction of bromide ion withmolecular carbon centers in biomolecules) also appear in stomach fluids and mucus. In humans, methyl bromide'shalf-life in blood is about 12 days. As a result, the toxic effects of methyl bromide can be delayed or prolonged.Additionally, once in a cell, this chemical inactivates many enzyme systems, so prolonged small doses can causesevere toxicity.Section 12 - Ecological InformationEffects on birds: Methyl bromide is most likely to be in vapor form, and unless birds are in the fumigation area,during the fumigation, they are unlikely to be exposed .Effects on aquatic organisms: Methyl bromide is moderately toxic to aquatic organisms. Acute toxicity in freshwaterfish (bluegill sunfish) occurs at concentrations of 11 mg/L and in saltwater fish (tidewater silversides) at about 12mg/L.Effects on other organisms: It is not toxic to bees.Environmental Fate:Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Methyl bromide quickly evaporates at temperatures ordinarily encountered infumigating, but some may be entrapped in soil micropores following application. Methyl bromide is moderatelypersistent in the soil environment, with a field half-life of between 30 and 60 days; a representative half-life is


estimated to be about 55 days. Transformation of methyl bromide into bromide increases as the amount of organicmatter in the soil increases. It is soluble in water and very poorly sorbed by soils. Some leaching may occur if methylbromide is entrapped in soil micropores following fumigation; the rate of degradation for retained methyl bromide infumigated soil is 6 to 14% per day at 20°C.Breakdown in water: Methyl bromide quickly evaporates at temperatures ordinarily encountered in fumigating;therefore run-off from fields into surface waters is very rare. If it does contact surface waters, the average half-life formethyl bromide under field conditions has been calculated to be 6.6 hours at 11 C. Another study showed the half-lifein water to be 20 days at 25°C in a neutral solution.Breakdown in vegetation: The amount of bromide ion (the metabolite of methyl bromide) taken up from the soil, isproportional to the protein content of the crop. Higher levels of the bromide ion will most likely be found in high-proteinplants.Section 13 - Disposal ConsiderationsDisposal: Empty contents fully into application equipment. Close all valves and return to point ofsupply for refill or storage.Section 14 - Transport InformationADG Code: 1062, METHYL BROMIDEHazchem Code: 2XESpecial Provisions: 23Limited quantities: ADG 7 specifies a Limited Quantity value of NONE for this class of product.Dangerous Goods Class: Class 2.3, Poisonous gases.Packaging Group: No packaging group for this class of productPackaging Method: P200Class 2.3 Toxic Gases shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Classes 1(Explosives), 3 (Flammable Liquids), 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible Substances), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents), 5.2(Organic Peroxides), Foodstuffs and foodstuff empties. They may however be loaded in the same vehicle or packedin the same freight container with Classes 2.1 (Flammable Gases), 2.2 (Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases), 4.1Product Name: Mebrom Methyl Bromide Fumigant 1000Page: 6 of 6This revision issued: November, 2011MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETIssued by: Mebrom Pty Ltd 24-hour Emergency Line is 1800 039 008 Phone: 08 8260 6255 (office hours)Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)(Flammable Solids), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), 6 (Toxic Substances), 7 (Radioactive Substances), 8(Corrosive Substances) 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods).Section 15 - Regulatory InformationAICS: This product was found in the public AICS Database.The following ingredient: Methyl bromide, is mentioned in the SUSMP.Section 16 - Other InformationIn a transport emergency call 000This MSDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.Acronyms:


ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (7th

edition)AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical SubstancesSWA Safe Work Australia, formerly ASCC and NOHSCCAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry NumberHazchem Code Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergencyservices especially firefightersIARC International Agency for Research on CancerNOS Not otherwise specifiedNTP National Toxicology Program (USA)R-Phrase Risk PhraseSUSMP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines & PoisonsUN Number United Nations NumberTHIS MSDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT ANDHOW TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER MUST REVIEW THIS MSDS IN THE CONTEXT OFHOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE.IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE,THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM OUR SUPPLIERSOUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENTTO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

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