Dangerous Goods drivers licence

If you intend to drive a vehicle carrying dangerous goods above the prescribed quantities by road in Tasmania, then you must have a dangerous goods driver’s licence in addition to your normal car or truck driver’s licence.

 Information sheet on dangerous goods drivers licence (IS006)

Licence Details:

• This licence is only required by drivers of vehicles conveying dangerous goods by road.
• Licenses are issued for Class 1 (explosives) as defined in the Australian Code for the Transport of Explosives by Road and Rail (AE Code), and Classes 2-9 as defined in the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code).
• Bulk is defined in the AE and ADG Codes.
• Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must comply with the requirements of the AE and ADG Codes.
• Duration of licence is up to 5 years

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

• Have a current Drivers licence
• Satisfy medical criteria
• Successfully complete a recognised driver training course
• Have evidence of a good driving record

 Dangerous goods drivers licence application (Form 1) (GF130)

 Dangerous goods drivers licence application (Form 2) (GF131)

Assessing fitness to drive (Austroads website)