Who can apply?
A company can apply to be an approved emergency responder for their own transport of dangerous goods or to supply a service to clients. Prospective emergency responders must be able to respond to emergencies at any location within Western Australia where the client company transport dangerous goods.
It is an offence for a person who is a prime contractor or rail operator to transport a placard load of dangerous goods without being an approved emergency responder or having a contract with one.
Becoming an approved emergency responder
A formal application to become an approved emergency responder is required to be completed and submitted to the Department for assessment by a Dangerous Goods Officer. The application form and supporting documentation are required to demonstrate the applicant has the capacity to respond to any dangerous goods transport incident for which approval is sought.
Essential requirements for approved emergency responders
Prospective emergency responders need to demonstrate that they have the capacity to respond in a timely manner to a dangerous goods transport emergency involving the class/division for which they seek AER status. The basic requirements are described below. Approval may be granted for the following categories:
- All dangerous goods classes and divisions (except for Class 1, Division 6.2 and Class 7)
- Specific dangerous goods such as security sensitive ammonium nitrate (SSAN), chlorine, LP gas or LNG.
Apply to become an approved emergency responder
Prospective responders must demonstrate that they have the relevant experience and safety systems in place as outlined in the application form and guide.