FAQs About Dangerous Goods Containers
Dangerous goods containers are purpose-built or modified shipping containers designed to safely store fuels, lubricants, paints, solvents, chemicals and other hazardous materials on site. They include the bunding, ventilation, fire-rating and signage needed to meet Australian Standards. United Rentals sells DG containers across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and regional locations. Learn more about dangerous goods containers in our FAQ section below.
Dangerous goods containers are used wherever hazardous materials need to be stored on site in line with Australian Standards. Containers designed for Class 3 flammable and combustible liquids are commonly used to store diesel, petrol, oils, lubricants, paints and aerosols across construction, industrial, workshop and mining sites. They're a practical way to keep DG materials secure, ventilated and bunded without building a permanent store.
Dangerous goods storage in Australia is governed by the Australian Dangerous Goods Code and Australian Standards specific to each dangerous goods class, including AS 1940 for flammable and combustible liquids. Compliant dangerous goods containers typically include features such as bunded floors for spill containment, ventilation, compliant signage and placarding. Storage requirements can vary depending on the type of dangerous goods and the site application, so it’s important to confirm the materials being stored when speaking with our team. Our Technical Solutions team may also assist with specialised dangerous goods containers for other dangerous goods classes and explosives magazines where required.
Dangerous goods containers are available in the same size formats as standard shipping containers, including 8ft, 10ft, 20ft and 40ft units. Smaller DG containers suit single-product storage like a fuel store, while larger units accommodate multiple product types or higher volumes. Pick the size based on the volume of DG you need to store, the number of separate products and the site footprint available.