How do I find a Test Certifier?
ERMA New Zealand holds a Register of Test Certifiers, which you can search from the ERMA New Zealand website. Alternatively, you can contact ERMA New Zealand directly and request a copy of the register be mailed to you, either by fax 04 914 0433, e-mail hsinfo@ermanz.govt.nz, or call 0800 376 234 (Hazardous Substances Compliance Line).
Which Test Certificates do I need?
There are a number of types of Test Certificates:
- A Location Test Certificate [pdf - 832kb] is required for a site when the quantity of hazardous substances exceeds a threshold quantity. These are similar to the previous Dangerous Goods Licence
- Approved Handler Test Certificates are needed for people that handle the most hazardous substances.
- Stationary Container System Test Certificates are for equipment that comprises a stationary tank or process container and its associated equipment, pipework, and fittings. They are required where the stationary container is over a certain size.
- Approved Filler Test Certificates are required by all persons filling cylinders with compressed gases. This includes both hazardous gases such as LPG and non hazardous gases including air.
In addition to the above, there are requirements for Test Certificates for particular items of equipment such as:
- packaging
- compressed gas cylinders
- tank designs
- tank fabricators.
All Test Certificates must be obtained from a Test Certifier.
How much will my Test Certificate cost?
Test Certifiers are not employed by ERMA New Zealand, and there is no set fee for issuing Test Certificates. The cost for a certificate is a commercial arrangement between you and the Test Certifier, so it may pay to check the cost before you proceed. To organise a quote for your site, contact a Test Certifier. They will be able to advise you on the estimated cost to become compliant.
What are the classifications of my substances?
The hazardous substance register is the most convenient way to find out the classification of an approved substance. Type in the name of your substance or enter the Chemical Abstract Services (CAS) registry number. Select the substance you require and look at the 'controls' document.
If you can not find the classification for your substance, contact ERMA New Zealand.
What is a Controlled Substance Licence?
Information on Controlled Substance Licences can be found here
Where do I find Approved Codes of Practise?
List of the published codes of practice and those under development
If the particular code you are looking for is not available from the website, contact the organisation who published the code.
Where may I find an equipment register (for example, an Approved Burner)?
ERMA New Zealand holds a number of registers for equipment. A list of available registers can be found here
Group Standards - what do I need to know?
A Group Standard is an approval for a group of hazardous substances. They were issued by the Authority on July 1, 2006. Information on Group Standards can be found at:
Contact ERMA New Zealand
Information on HSNO compliance is also available from ERMA New Zealand. Contact our Hazardous Substances Compliance Line:
Phone: 0800 376 234, or
Email: hsinfo@ermanz.govt.nz
Or contact us at:
ERMA New Zealand
PO Box 131
Wellington