Dangerous Goods Vehicle Licence - Western Australia

Description

You will require this licence if you intend to use a road tank vehicle if the tank has a capacity of over 500 litres or if you intend to transport dangerous goods interstate.

A road tank vehicle is a vehicle where the tank forms an integral part of the vehicle. An extensive list of what products constitute dangerous goods can be obtained from the Agency, but broadly include gases, liquids and other substances that are flammable, explosive, toxic or radioactive.

You do not require this licence if the tank on your vehicle is removable and has been bolted on to or otherwise attached to your vehicle instead of structurally comprising part of your vehicle.

Please consult the Contact Officer for more information.

Service type

Licence

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

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this licence you must:

  • be the registered owner of the vehicle
  • provide evidence that the vehicle is roadworthy
  • obtain the relevant public liability insurance
  • ensure that your vehicle and its operation comply with the current Australian Dangerous Goods Code and the relevant regulations
  • provide evidence that the vehicle is licensed / registered
  • submit the required application form
  • pay the relevant fee.

Further security requirements apply if you intend to transport security risk substances such as ammonium nitrate. Please consult the Contact Officer for more information regarding eligibility requirements.

Duration

5 years.

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount
Apply Application All $740.00
Renew Renewal All $740.00

Forms

Task Business Structure Resources
Apply All Departmental Submissions Portal (Opens in new window)

Act(s) name

Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 Western Australia

Regulation(s) name

Dangerous Goods Safety (Road and Rail Transport of Non-explosives) Regulations 2007 Western Australia

Administering agency

Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety

Resources Safety

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.

Please use these contact details for help or more information:

Dangerous Goods Licensing

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Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
Operating address: Level 1
303 Sevenoaks Street
Cannington, Western Australia 6107
Phone: 08 6251 2300
Email: cso@dmirs.wa.gov.au
Website: Dangerous Goods (Opens in new window)