High Consequence Dangerous Goods

High consequence dangerous goods pose significant security and safety risks if they are not used and stored appropriately.

High consequence dangerous goods are:

• ammonium nitrate
• calcium ammonium nitrate containing more than 45% ammonium nitrate
• ammonium nitrate emulsions and mixtures containing more than 45% ammonium nitrate.

Tertiary education institutions in Victoria are exempt from licensing approvals under the following conditions:

• the HCDG is for the purposes of educational instruction, research or testing; and
• that the quantity does not exceed 3 kg per area.

The HWS Unit (HR) must be contacted for advice regarding quantities of 3 kilograms or more. Further information can also be obtained from WorkSafe including the requirements for permits. The relevant legislation is the Dangerous Goods (HCDG) Regulations.