Explosives Transport Drivers Licence

This specialised course is designed for commercial vehicle drivers who need to safely transport explosives by road in Australia and are applying for, or renewing, their Explosives Transport Driver Licence with the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS).

Fully endorsed by LGIRS, this nationally recognised training gives you the skills, knowledge and documentation required to meet Western Australia’s strict licensing obligations. By the end of the two days, you’ll understand precisely what’s expected when handling, loading, securing and transporting explosive materials.

Who Should Attend This Course?

• Commercial vehicle drivers transporting explosives
• Drivers seeking to obtain or renew an Explosives Transport Drivers Licence

If your work involves moving explosives, then this course ensures you have the proper knowledge and awareness to do so legally, confidently, and safely.

Course Overview

Drawing on nationally endorsed units, this course provides comprehensive, practical training covering the essential knowledge required to safely load, transport, and manage explosives in accordance with Western Australian legislation.

Key topics include:

• Legislation & Classification
  Understanding explosive classes, divisions and the legal framework that governs their transport.
• Fire Safety & Emergency Response
  Fire behaviour, actions, Hazchem codes and Emergency Response Guides.
• Stowage, Segregation & Load Safety
  How to store, separate and secure explosives to maintain compliance and prevent unsafe interactions.
• Marking & Labelling Requirements
  Correctly marking packages and transport containers.
• Documentation Essentials
  Transport paperwork, compliance records and what must accompany each load.
• Vehicle & Container Requirements
  Design standards for carry-box vehicles, enclosed bodies and approved freight containers.
• Operational Procedures
  Practical requirements and step-by-step processes for handling, loading, unloading and transporting explosives.

Explosives Transport Driver Licence - Duration & Fees

North of the River Training Facility

Course Times: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm (approx.)
Location: Nationwide Training, Osborne Park
Duration: 2-Days
Course Fee: $505 (GST-free)

On-site Explosives Driver Licence Training WA

Nationwide Training can deliver this course at your workplace anywhere in Western Australia. Contact our team for a quote.

Course Requirements

Learners must:

• Be 21 years of age or over.
• Read the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) Explosives Driver’s Licence application requirements before attending the course.
• Complete pre-reading of the Nationwide Training Transport of Explosives Licence Manual.
• Wear fully enclosed shoes.
• Be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). Please visit: www.usi.gov.au.

Please note: Explosives Driver Licence Online Applications are submitted via the SRS system. You can register on the LGIRS SRS webpage.