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Dangerous Goods Act 1985

The Dangerous Goods Act 1985 (Vic) is Victoria's main law on the manufacture, storage, transport, sale, use and disposal of dangerous goods, including explosives. It places duties on manufacturers, suppliers, occupiers a...
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Version as at 6 Aug 2025 Compiled version

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Medical examinations and biological monitoring for dangerous goods workplaces

Oct 2026
WorkSafe Victoria's storage and handling code of practice includes guidance on medical examinations and biological monitoring at dangerous g...
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New Dangerous Goods Legislation Passed — Commencement Planned April 2028

Sep 2026
New Victorian legislation strengthening and modernising dangerous goods law has passed Parliament; planned commencement April 2028. DGA 1985...
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Planning emergency responses for stored dangerous goods

Oct 2026
WorkSafe Victoria's storage and handling code of practice includes guidance on planning emergency responses where dangerous goods are stored...
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1 citation

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3 Sep 2026 · New
3 Sep 2026 · New
6 Aug 2025 · Amended

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