AS 3711.8-2000 (R2016)

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Abstract

Specifies the basic requirements for specification and testing of Series 1 freight containers of the platform and platform-based types designated 1AA, 1A, 1AX, 1BB, 1B, 1BX, 1CC, 1C and 1CX, which are suitable for international exchange and for conveyance by road, rail and sea, including interchange between these forms of transport, with certain limitations (for example, when loaded, platforms cannot be stacked or top lifted by means of conventional spreaders). This Standard is reproduced from ISO 1496-5:1991, including amendment 1:1993 and Amendment 2:1994. Modifications to ISO requirements for application in Australia are included in an appendix.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee ME-068 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 12 August 2015.
The following are represented on Technical Committee ME-068:
Australian Logistics Council
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Container Owners Association
ICHCA Australia
Ports of Auckland
Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board
Shipping Australia

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 29/07/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 29/07/2016
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Committee	ME-068
Supersedes	DR 98595 CP DR 98592-98597 CP AS/NZS 3711.8:1993