Changes to Dangerous Substance Licenses (South Australia)

SafeWork South Australia has recently announced changes to their Dangerous Substance licensing regime following the introduction of an online application form.

A Dangerous Substance License is required for the commercial storage of certain dangerous substances (known as dangerous goods in other jurisdictions). Dangerous substances requiring a licence include LP gas (LPG), flammable liquids, toxic substances and corrosive substances when particular thresholds are exceeded.

The 4000+ existing licence-holders will be directed to the online system iApply from 8 November 2022.

SafeWork SA state the:

iApply form aims to streamline and make the application process more user friendly, whilst reducing the number of incomplete or inappropriate notifications.

You can read more about the changes on the SafeWork SA website here.

If you manufacture, store, transfer, use, handle, sell and/or dispose of dangerous substances (dangerous goods), MicroRisk Group can assist you to understand your obligations under the regulations and ensure that your business is managing its risks to people, property and the environment. See our Services for more information.