When is this licence required?
A security sensitive ammonium nitrate supply licence is required to possess and supply a security sensitive ammonium nitrate to others who are authorised to possess it.
- The security sensitive ammonium nitrate import/export licence is issued for five years.
- Supply applies to the supply/sale in bulk lots, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) or in bags
Each licence is endorsed for a specific type and quantity of security sensitive ammonium nitrate, and for any conditions considered necessary.
Licence holders are not permitted to supply any security sensitive ammonium nitrate that is not endorsed on the licence.
When is a security sensitive ammonium nitrate supply licence not required?
Those who supply a security sensitive ammonium nitrate under any of the following licences do not require a security sensitive ammonium nitrate supply licence:
- security sensitive ammonium nitrate import/export licence
- security sensitive ammonium nitrate manufacture licence
- security sensitive ammonium nitrate storage licence
- security sensitive ammonium nitrate transport licence
A licence is also not required for persons who work in:
- commercial laboratories and use the security sensitive ammonium nitrate for legitimate analytical or research work and the total quantity involved is less than 3 kg
- an educational institution or government organisation and use the security sensitive ammonium nitrate for legitimate analytical, educational or research purposes and the total quantity involved is less than three kilograms.
Storage of security sensitive ammonium nitrate
A security sensitive ammonium nitrate storage licence will be required for any quantity above three kilograms. A condition for this licence is the provision of a documented security plan.
If more than 10 tonnes of ammonium nitrate is stored, the site must be licensed under the Dangerous Goods Safety (Storage and Handling of Non-explosives) Regulations 2007.
Applying for a dangerous goods site licence
This guidance note will assist people wishing to store, handle or process dangerous goods in Western Australia to determine whether licensing applies and, if so, what information is required for the licensing process.
This code of practice provides practical guidance on managing many of the risks associated with AN.
If the storage site is classified by the Department’s Chief Dangerous Goods Officer as a major hazard facility (MHF), it will be subject to the Dangerous Goods Safety (Major Hazard Facilities) Regulations 2007 and the requirement to produce a safety report.
When is a dangerous goods site also a major hazard facility (MHF)?
Special provisions for the sale of security sensitive ammonium nitrate
The licence holder is responsible for:
- maintaining records of all sales for a minimum of 5 years and the ability to identify theft or loss.
supplying only to authorised persons over 18 years of age where the following documents are provided by the recipient of the security sensitive ammonium nitrate:
- proof of identify in the form of a passport or motor driver’s licence (with photo)
- evidence that the person is authorised to possess the quantity of security sensitive ammonium nitrate purchased either under the Dangerous Goods Safety (Explosives) Regulations 2007 or similar laws of another State or Territory of Australia
- where packaged, not supplying a security sensitive ammonium nitrate in damaged packaging.
There are exceptions for holders of a shotfiring licence or an explosives manufacture licence who supply a security sensitive ammonium nitrate to another party in the course of providing a service.
Who can apply?
- Licences can be granted to an individual, body corporate or partnership.
- Individuals must be at least 21 years of age.
Use of an accredited consultant
To develop the submission, it is recommended that those intending to apply for a licence engage a dangerous goods consultant accredited to prepare and submit security sensitive ammonium nitrate applications. The consultant will normally complete the application form on the applicant’s behalf, but the intended licensee must sign the application.
Applications submitted without accredited consultant endorsement may take up to three months to process and a checking fee applies. Deficient submissions will take longer to process.
Refer to What is the role of accredited dangerous goods consultants? for a list of consultants.
Required information
The application must be signed by the intended licensee and lodged with:
- Completed and signed application form
- If applicable, a separate sheet briefly describing details of any relevant offence resulting in convictions, and/or charges pending
- The original certified colour copy of an interstate recognised security clearance
- A copy of the security plan
- Individual: Colour copy of motor drivers licence
- Body Corporate: Original certified copy of certificate of incorporation
- Partnership:
- Original certified copy of evidence of the partnership
- A statutory declaration from each partner (see the application form for more information)
The following information may assist in obtaining the required supporting information.
Security plan
A security plan is a pre-condition for obtaining a licence. The content of a security plan is prescribed in the Dangerous Goods Safety (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Regulations 2007, which require licence holders to develop a written document including a security risk assessment and other prescribed elements.
To assist in developing your security plan, a template has been developed and copies are available from the Department website.
Use of this template is not mandatory; however, the security plan should sufficiently address the national Ammonium Nitrate Guidance Note No. 2, Storage.
Use of this template is not mandatory; however, the security plan should sufficiently address the national Ammonium Nitrate Guidance Note No. 2, Storage.
Further information:
It is important that the particular details of the products to be imported or exported are accurately described. Applicants should refer to products by the authorised name, and include the Classification Code and the United Nations (UN) Number.
The department will take into account the activities and nature of the work at the storage site, the storage of any dangerous goods and separation distances to determine the maximum quantities that can be stored at any one time.
Failure to provide the required documentation will delay processing of applications. Most applications are dealt with within 20 business days.
Application fee
Only the licence fee for the first year of the licence is to be lodged with the application. Licence fees for subsequent years will be billed annually.
A checking fee:
- does not apply if a consultant endorses the proposal as complying with the regulations
- applies for applications without accredited consultant endorsement.
The checking fees are equal to the licence fee payable with the application.
Go to Dangerous goods fees and charges for more information on licence fees.
Lodging the application
The completed application form, together with supporting documents and payment can be sent to the department via:
Emailed to: cso@dmirs.wa.gov.au
| By Mail | In Person |
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| Dangerous Goods Licensing Branch Locked Bag 100 EAST PERTH WA 6892 | Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm Customer Service |
Transporting dangerous goods in limited quantities
Show moreReporting an incident
Show moreSecurity sensitive ammonium nitrate licence holders are responsible for reporting accidents and incidents arising from their activities, including unexplained losses or theft.
Other guidance
Show moreThis document is for guidance only and the definitive statutory requirements are contained in the Dangerous Goods Safety (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Regulations 2007.
This information sheet explains the main amendments in effect from 1 January 2014 under the Dangerous Goods Safety (Explosives) Regulations 2007 (Explosives Regulations) and Dangerous Goods Safety (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Regulations 2007.
