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1 Compliance Documents Training Series F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes Second Edition 2 LBP skills maintenance points Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 1 -

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3 Content Introduction Symbols Download Requirements NZ Building Code Clause F3 Activity Navigating Your Way Around the Compliance Document References Definitions Verification Method Activity Answers Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 3 -

4 Introduction This training module is based on the Department of Building and Housing (DBH) Compliance Document F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes Second Edition, effective 22 March The New Zealand Building Code clause F3 was first published in July A compliance document is for use in establishing compliance with the New Zealand Building Code. There are also other methods of compliance which are detailed in the New Zealand Building Code Handbook. For the document history please refer to the inside cover of the document Symbols Activity 1 Where you see the symbol you are being asked to complete an activity using the Clause F3 Document. Tip Where you see the symbol you should pause to read this carefully as it is an important tip or note. For this course you will need to download Compliance Document Clause F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes from Tip It is recommended that you make yourself familiar with the preface to the New Zealand Building Code Handbook that both describes the status of Compliance Documents and explains alternative methods of achieving compliance. Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 4 -

5 NZ Building Code Clause F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes Second Edition All Compliance Documents commence with a copy of the relevant NZ Building Code clause. Activity 1 Review the NZBC clause for F3 [page 3 of the Document] Q.1 What is the objective of clause F3? [F3.1] Q. 2 Fill in the blanks from the functional requirement: [F3.2] Buildings where hazardous substances are. and hazardous undertaken, shall be constructed to provide adequate protection to people and to Q.3 Consider the performance requirements and answer the questions below by filling in the blanks: [F3.3] Two things to be mindful of when preparing a space in a building for the storage or use of hazardous substances are the l... and c.. of that space. Spaces in buildings where hazardous substances are stored, handled or used, or where hazardous processes are undertaken shall be provided with: (a) Means of r.. unauthorised access (b) Means of preventing hazardous substances, or other materials unacceptable to the network utility operator, from entering s.. or p.. d.. Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 5 -

6 (c) Means of allowing the harmless release of pressure where there is a significant risk of e.. occurring (d) Protected i...sources where flammable or explosive goods are s. (e) (f) (g) Means of rendering harmless by ventilation, c dilution, or chemical or biological action, any radioactive, t or flammable vapours, gases or materials which may e. from pipes, vessels or containers, Impervious, easily cleaned surface finishes on b e likely to be s.. or become contaminated in the course of the intended use of the building and, S.. as required by Clause F8 Signs. Navigating Your Way Around the Compliance Document The Compliance Document F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes contains the following sections: [page 5] References Definitions Verification Method F3/VM1 Other Legislation Scope Referenced Legislation Index Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 6 -

7 Activity 2 Refer to the References section of the F3 Document [page 7 ] Q.1 There are five references to New Zealand Legislation that are quoted in Verification Method F3/VM1. Please note them below - the first has been done for you. # New Zealand Legislation Where quoted 1 Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 VM Definitions An abbreviated list of definitions for words or terms particularly relevant to Compliance Document F3 are found on page 9 of the Document. Tip Definitions for any other italicised word may be found in the NZ Building Code Handbook, which contains a full list of definitions. The Handbook can be downloaded from If you do not understand any terms refer back to this reference point and look up the word in alphabetical order Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 7 -

8 Activity 3 Go to the definitions section of F3 and familiarise yourself with the meaning of the following terms: Construct Escape height Escape route Firecell Hazardous substance Purpose group Verification Method F3/VM1 Activity 4 Carefully read Verification Method F3/VM1 [pages 11-12] and test your understanding with the exercises below: Q.1 True or False? Please circle the correct answer (a) There are no provisions in the Building Act for the Building Code to contravene any controls made under the HSNO Act 1 T/F (b) Compliance with the HSNO Act is only required if the hazardous substance is being used T/F (c) Containers for hazardous substances are not buildings for the purpose of the Building Act T/F (d) A separation distance from an area of high intensity land use must not be calculated beyond the boundary of the property where the hazardous substance is present, unless by authorised agreement to include an adjoining property in calculations T/F (e) Low flashpoint diesel has a flammable classification of 3.1D T/F 1 The Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 8 -

9 (f) There are no regulations for the security of Hazardous Substances T/F (g) A container for a hazardous substance, including stationary containers or tanks, is a defined term in the HSNO Act T/F Q.2 Match the class of hazardous substances with the correct substance. Draw a line to connect the correct pairs. Class 2 flammable gasses Class 4 flammable liquids Class 5 flammable solids Class 3.1 oxidising substances & organic peroxides Tip For the purposes of NZ Building Code compliance, refer to the references listed in the Compliance Document (primary documents). If a primary document refers to a secondary publication, the applicable version is the one that was in effect at the date the Compliance Document was published. Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes - 9 -

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11 Answers to Activities Activity 1: Q.1 What is the objective of clause F3? ANSWER OBJECTIVE F3.1 The objective of this provision is to safeguard people from injury or illness, and other property from damage, caused by hazardous substances or processes in buildings. Q.2 Fill in the blanks from the functional requirement: F3.2 ANSWER Buildings where hazardous substances are stored and hazardous processes undertaken, shall be constructed to provide adequate protection to people and to other property. Q.3 Consider the performance requirements and answer the questions below by filling in the blanks: F3.3 ANSWERS Two things to be mindful of when preparing a space in a building for the storage or use of hazardous substances are the location and construction of that space. Spaces in buildings where hazardous substances are stored, handled or used, or where hazardous processes are undertaken shall be provided with: (a) (b) (c) Means of restricting unauthorised access Means of preventing hazardous substances, or other materials unacceptable to the network utility operator, from entering sewers or public drains Means of allowing the harmless release of pressure where there is a significant risk of explosion occurring (d) (e) Protected ignition sources where flammable or explosive goods are stored Means of rendering harmless by ventilation, containment dilution, or chemical or biological action, any radioactive, toxic or flammable vapours, gases or materials which may escape from pipes, vessels or containers, Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes

12 (f) (g) Impervious, easily cleaned surface finishes on building elements likely to be splashed or become contaminated in the course of the intended use of the building and, Signs as required by Clause F8 Signs. Activity 2: Refer to the References section of the F3 Document [page 7 ] ANSWER Q.1 There are five references to New Zealand Legislation that are quoted in Verification Method F3/VM1. Please note them below - the first has been done for you. # New Zealand Legislation Where quoted 1 Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 VM Hazardous Substances (Classification) Regulations Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations Hazardous Substances (Dangerous Goods and Scheduled Toxic Substances) Transfer Notice Hazardous Substances (Emergency Management) Regulations 2001 Activity 3: Review definitions as required. VM VM , 3.1.1, VM , VM Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes

13 Activity 4: Carefully read Verification Method F3/VM1 [page 11] and test your understanding with the exercises below: Q.1 True or False? Please circle the correct answer ANSWERS (a) There are no provisions in the Building Act for the Building Code to contravene any controls made under the HSNO Act 2 T (b) Compliance with the HSNO Act is only required if the hazardous substance is being used F (c) Containers for hazardous substances are not buildings for the purpose of the Building Act T (d) A separation distance from an area of high intensity land use must not be calculated beyond the boundary of the property where the hazardous substance is present, unless by authorised agreement to include an adjoining property in calculations T (e) Low flashpoint diesel has a flammable classification of 3.1D T (f) There are no regulations for the security of Hazardous Substances F (g) A container for a hazardous substance, including stationary containers or tanks, is a defined term in the HSNO Act T Q.2 Match the class of hazardous substances with the correct substance. Draw a line to connect the correct pairs. ANSWERS Class flammable gasses Class flammable solids Class oxidising substances & organic peroxides Class flammable liquids 2 The Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 Building Networks Ltd 2014 F3 Hazardous Substances and Processes

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