Dangerous Goods Transport

Now is a great time to get into the dangerous goods transportation industry. Lots of careers are opening all over Australia and many employers are keen to fill these roles.

What is dangerous goods transport?

Dangerous goods transport is all about the moving and handling of dangerous goods all over Australia. Transporting dangerous goods is a career that requires specific knowledge regarding how to safely handle and move a variety of different goods. To acquire this knowledge all drivers of dangerous goods vehicles, are required to hold a Dangerous Goods Drivers licence when transporting bulk receptacles containing dangerous goods.

Even if you aren’t planning on being a physical transporter of dangerous goods, other careers such as warehouse workers and those involved in the storage and handling of dangerous goods need specific safety training to do their jobs effectively.

Nationwide Training provides quality, reliable courses to give you all the safety knowledge you need for an exciting career in this industry.

But first, here are some important facts you need to know about dangerous goods transport.

The 9 Classes of Dangerous Goods

Different dangerous goods are sorted into nine different groups based on their properties and risk factors. This is done so that those who transport these goods know exactly how to safely handle them.

The nine dangerous goods classes are:

Explosive Materials
Gases
Flammable Liquids
Flammable Solids
Organic Peroxide and Oxidising Substances
Toxic and Infectious Substances
Radioactive Materials
Corrosive Materials
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

Each class will have varied regulations on how these goods need to be safely handled, stored, and transported.

What Is the Dangerous Goods Act?

The Dangerous Goods Act 2004 and Dangerous Goods regulations, outline the key responsibilities with the movement and storage of dangerous goods.

This legislation was also put in place to protect the health and safety of, not only those involved directly in the work of transporting dangerous goods, but also the general public and the environment.

As an employee within this industry, you will be expected to work within these regulations, be aware of how to deal with all the dangerous substances and articles listed in the code and know their responsibilities when transporting dangerous goods concerning people, property, and the environment.

This act is managed by Department of Mines Industry Regulations and Safety; and the Environment Protection Authority (EPA). The EPA also controls all transportation of dangerous goods by rail and road. They conduct regular audits to ensure that companies and businesses within the industry are complying with up-to-date legislation.

What Do I Need to Transport Dangerous Goods?

At the very least you will need a Dangerous Goods Drivers Licence to transport bulk dangerous goods.

To get this licence you will need to undergo the proper training with a registered training organisation, like Nationwide Training. One of the requirements for a licence is to have completed a TLILIC0001 Training Course.

To get a Dangerous Goods Drivers Licence you will need:

A National Police clearance
To complete training with a Registered Training Organisation
Acquire certification from your GP stating you are physically fit
Have a satisfactory driving history in the last 5 years
Submit a copy of your driver’s Licence and digital passport photos
Apply for your dangerous goods driver’s Licence online through the Safety Regulation System

Venturing into the dangerous goods transportation industry can be a very exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming ensuring you have the correct training before applying for your licence.

Nationwide Training has been providing courses endorsed by the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation & Safety (DMIRS) for over 20 years and we are ready to give you the best training start to your career with our reliable experts.