WorkSafe Tasmania

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Laws and ADG Code

In Tasmania, transporting dangerous goods is regulated through:

These laws refer to the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code), which sets out the operational and technical requirements in the management of dangerous goods transportation.

The ADG Code is updated every two years, with a one year transition period for each edition.

The current version is Edition 7.7 of the ADG Code is effective from 1 October 2021. To obtain a copy, see Resources below.

This edition includes changes specific to the Australian environment.

The ADG Code should be read in conjunction with Tasmanian laws listed above, which have important information on licence requirements.

Resources

ADG Code: National Transport Commission

Last updated: 31 October 2022
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