Emergency Information Panel (EIP) Transport Signs

Emergency Information Panel for Transport Signs, often called Transport Hazchem Signs, are crucial visual indicators that convey essential safety information about hazardous materials transported on roads or in other transportation modes. These signs help emergency responders, like firefighters and law enforcement, quickly understand the potential dangers of the cargo in case of an accident or incident.

In Australia, these signs are regulated by specific standards to ensure uniformity and clarity. The Australian Standard AS 1216 defines these signs' design, colours, and shapes. The signs come in the shape of a rectangular or square panel with specific colours and numbers to represent the type of hazardous material being transported.

The colours on the signs indicate the level of a hazard:

• Yellow background: Indicates a moderate hazard.
• Orange background: Indicates a high hazard.
• Green Background: Non-inflammable non-toxic hazard

The signs also feature a code, usually a four-digit number, providing information about the hazardous material. This code corresponds to a Hazchem Code, which emergency responders can use to access detailed information about the material's properties and appropriate handling procedures.

Emergency Information Panel Transport Signs, or Transport Hazchem Signs, are standardised visual aids in Australia to communicate critical information about transporting hazardous materials.

These signs follow specific colours, shapes, and codes to quickly convey potential risks and guide emergency responders in handling situations involving these materials.