Dangerous Goods
Information on who to contact in an emergency and how to report a dangerous goods incident.
Note that although some guidance material was prepared under the auspices of previous departments and divisions, it is still valid.
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How to report a dangerous goods incident
Dangerous goods incidents - annual compilation
Emergencies
For dangerous goods emergencies or accidents requiring attendance of emergency services:
Telephone: 000
How to report a dangerous goods incident
Section 9 of the Dangerous Goods Safety Act 2004 (WA) requires certain dangerous goods incidents (called reportable situations) to be reported to Resources Safety as soon as practicable. An incident report form and guideline is available below.
Note: The Dangerous goods incident report form must be lodged with Resources Safety within 21 days of a reportable situation.
For further information contact a Dangerous Goods Officer.
Dangerous goods incidents - annual compilation
Certain dangerous goods incidents are required to be reported to Resources Safety as soon as practicable.
From these reports, Resources Safety produces annual compilations that include descriptions of the incidents. To view the annual compilations refer to the publications section.
View latest Safety Bulletin
To view all Safety Bulletins refer to the Dangerous Goods Publications section.
View latest Significant Incident Report
To view all Significant Incident Reports refer to the Dangerous Goods Publications section.
