NSW Environment Minister Rob Stokes will head an industry working group to push for the phasing out of products containing…[Read More]
Dangerous goods storage and handling
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) – latest edition released
Published: August 1, 2014
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released the latest version of the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods…[Read More]
84 toxic chemicals of security concern – Have your say!
Published: August 1, 2014
The Attorney-General’s Department is calling for submissions on draft policy options to reduce national security risks posed by 84 chemicals…[Read More]
National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS) seeks input on chemical notification and assessment
Published: July 24, 2014
The National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS) is seeking public comment on a revised model for engaging with…[Read More]
Revised Guidelines For listing and re-listing chemicals on the ‘confidential section’ of the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances – Comment sought
Published: July 18, 2014
The National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS) is seeking comment on the revised guidelines for listing and re-listing…[Read More]
NSW EPA imposes audit of chemical plant following breach of license
Published: May 23, 2014
A chemical plant operator which has breached or potentially breached its licence 12 times over the past three years must…[Read More]
Global controls on Mercury – Consultation paper released for comment.
Published: April 4, 2014
The Federal Government is seeking your feedback on the proposal for Australia to ratify the Minamata Convention on Mercury. The…[Read More]
Code of Practice for Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods 2013 – Effective 11 October 2013
Published: October 18, 2013
On 11 October 2013, the Code of Practice for the Storage and Handling of Dangerous Goods 2013 came into effect.…[Read More]
Proposed amendments to transport of Dangerous Goods Laws
Published: October 4, 2013
Why is the National Transport Commission (NTC) proposing changes to the Transport of Dangerous Goods laws? The NTC is…[Read More]
Permit to transport prescribed industrial waste: new guidelines available
Published: August 23, 2013
EPA Victoria has released updated guidelines for businesses that transport prescribed industrial waste. “Owners of vehicles used for the…[Read More]
