Overview of the explosives manufacture approval process: Information sheet

Last updated: 10 February 2025

The manufacture of explosives often involves multiple activities, such as testing, storage, manufacture, and supply or export of explosives, security risk substances or dangerous goods. Licences or permits are required for these activities. Operators seeking to manufacture explosives in Western Australia require certain approvals before they may commence operation.

This information sheet describes the process for obtaining authorisation for explosives manufacture.