Emergency Action Code
The Emergency Action Code (EAC) is a three character code displayed on all dangerous goods classed carriers, and provides a quick assessment to first responders and emergency responders (i.e. fire fighters and police) of what actions to take should the carrier carrying such goods become involved in an incident (traffic collision, for example). EAC's are characterised by a single number (1 to 4) and either one or two letters (depending on the hazard).
NCEC was commissioned by the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) to edit the EAC List 2007 publication, outlining the application of Hazchem Emergency Actions Codes (EACs) in Britain for 2009. The Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code (EAC) List is reviewed every two years and is an essential compliance document for all emergency services, local government and for those who may control the planning for, and prevention of, emergencies involving dangerous goods. The current EAC List is 2009 which must be in full use by 1 July 2009. NCEC has been at the heart of the UK EAC system since its inception in the early 1970s, publishing the list on behalf of the UK Government until 1996 and resuming its management in 2008.
The printed version of the book can be purchased from TSO directly (ISBN 9780113413263) or downloaded as a free PDF file from NCEC’s website. Download EAC List 2009
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