Minor Storage

For paint/laquer Class3 PG111 to be stored in a 300 sq.m warehouse, I would like to confirm the maximum allowable in 20 lt drums, with no decanting. According to AS1940 for a minor store it is 2,000lt?  Also, can this be stored on pallets in racking?

Thank you,

Bill Bradnam

Hi Bill,

As this flammable liquid is a manufactured goods and is PG III to be stored in a warehouse the limit is 10,000L.

The 2000L limit would apply if the building was used as a factory or if the Packing Group was PG II.

Storage on pallets in racking is fine.

There are a number of safeguards you need to consider as outlined for minor storage in AS1940.

Kind regards,

Dick benbow

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