Safe storage and handling of dangerous goods in the waste industry: Information sheet

Last updated: 10 February 2025

Sound dangerous goods waste management practices are essential for safe operations within the waste industry and this involves understanding and assessing the risks presented from dangerous goods waste.

Dangerous goods waste is primarily administered and managed by the department under the Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 and
relevant regulations.

This information sheet advises the waste Industry about the correct storage and proper handling of dangerous goods.