This information sheet is provided to assist all persons who deal with security sensitive ammonium nitrate (SSAN) waste. It is particularly for those who are not routinely involved with SSAN and may be unaware of their responsibilities.
The information sheet addresses the safety, security and regulatory requirements of SSAN and is for guidance only. The statutory requirements are contained in the Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 (the Act), the Dangerous Goods Safety (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Regulations 2007 (the SSAN Regulations), relevant subsidiary legislation and several Approved Codes of Practice.
Under section 8 of the Act, all persons involved with dangerous goods, including waste SSAN, have a duty to ensure it does not harm people, property or the environment.