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Expansion Gates and Expandable Enclosures Regulations (SOR/2016-179)

Regulations are current to 2024-03-06 and last amended on 2022-12-19. Previous Versions

SCHEDULE 1(Section 1)Tests for Indelibility and Durability

  • 1 The following method is to be used for testing the indelibility of markings in relation to labelling:

    • (a) spray the marked or printed surface with a glass cleaner;

    • (b) let the marked or printed surface soak for 20 seconds;

    • (c) using a back and forth motion, lightly rub the marked or printed surface 10 times within 10 seconds with an all-purpose cloth; and

    • (d) note and record whether the markings or printing have faded or erased.

  • 2 The following method is to be used for testing whether a label is permanently affixed:

    • (a) spray the label with a glass cleaner;

    • (b) let the label soak for 20 seconds;

    • (c) apply light pressure and, using a motion towards the centre of the label, scrub the label at each corner 10 times within 10 seconds with an all-purpose nylon scrub pad;

    • (d) starting at one end of the label, attempt with bare fingers to lift and peel; and

    • (e) note and record whether the label can be removed in one piece.

 

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