The obligation
The Act regulates handling, manufacture, storage, transport and sale of explosives and explosive precursors in NSW, binding the Crown and imposing duties on licence holders and industry.
The Explosives Act 2003 (NSW) No 39 establishes the regulatory framework for explosives in NSW. It defines explosives and explosive precursors, binds the Crown, and imposes general duties on persons who handle, manufacture, store, transport or sell explosives. SafeWork NSW is the regulatory authority. The Act is the principal instrument complemented by subordinate regulations and codes of practice.
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- The Act regulates handling, manufacture, storage, transport and sale of explosives and explosive precursors in NSW, binding the Crown and imposing duties on licence holders and industry.
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- legislation.nsw.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Explosives Act 2003 (NSW) – Overview and Scope is a WHS requirement set out in Explosives Act 2003 (NSW). The relevant provision is Explosives Act 2003 (NSW) § Pt 1.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Explosives Act 2003 (NSW) – Overview and Scope is a WHS obligation under Explosives Act 2003 (NSW). In short, The Act regulates handling, manufacture, storage, transport and sale of explosives and explosive precursors in NSW, binding the Crown and imposing duties on licence holders and industry.
What changed recently?
Explosives Act 2003 (NSW) – Overview and Scope was last updated on 3 September 2026.
