Authorisation of an Explosive or Unauthorised Explosive Approval - Victoria

Description

All explosives imported, manufactured, sold, transported, stored or used in Victoria must be authorised explosives. Authorised explosives are those that are listed in the register maintained by the responsible Agency.

If you intend to undertake any activities involving an explosive that is not listed in the register you must either:

  • apply for WorkSafe approval
  • make an application for the explosive to be added to the register of authorised explosives.

Explosives are used in quarrying, drilling, trenching, sub-soiling, rock breaking, stump removal, log splitting, ammunition and theatrical and entertainment displays.

Please consult the responsible agency for more information and to ascertain the level of compliance (if any) that may be required.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

This licence applies to anyone who deals with a new explosive in Victoria. Individuals or business entities may apply. To be eligible for this licence you must:

  • submit an application form and all required documents
  • submit the identification details of a responsible person aged 18 years or older
  • consent to a Police Check and ASIO Security Assessment
  • make sure all the safety requirements and standards are adhered to
  • pay the prescribed fees.

Please consult the responsible agency for more information regarding eligibility requirements.

Ongoing eligibility requirements

Please note that you cannot apply for approval for an explosive unless you hold an explosives licence that authorises your proposed activities.

Duration

As specified on the authorsiation.

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Description
Apply Application All

Please consult the responsible agency for information on fees to be submitted with your application.

Act(s) name

Dangerous Goods Act 1985 VIC

Regulation(s) name

Dangerous Goods (Explosives) Regulations 2011 VIC

Application process

Apply

Please ensure you include all the required documentation with your application, as detailed on the application documents.

Administering agency

Department of Treasury and Finance

WorkSafe Victoria

Contact details

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Licensing Branch

WorkSafe Victoria

Department of Treasury and Finance
Operating address: 222 Exhibition Street
Melbourne, Victoria 3000
Mailing address: PO BOX 4293
Melbourne, Victoria 3001
Phone: 03 9641 1555
Other: 1800 136 089
Email: licensing@worksafe.vic.gov.au
Website: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/ (Opens in new window)