$16.50
Licence fee per vehicle.
Dangerous goods vehicle licence
Owners of dangerous goods transport vehicles, such as petrol tankers, are required to licence each vehicle.
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Dangerous goods transport requirements
Each vehicle is licensed according to the class of dangerous goods carried if the dangerous goods:
- on the vehicle are in a receptacle with a capacity of more than 500 litres or 500 kilograms
- in an intermediate bulk container (IBC) and total capacity of all IBCs containing dangerous goods on the vehicle is more than 3000 litres
Dangerous goods materials
Dangerous goods include materials such as:
- flammable liquids (eg petrol, kerosene, turpentine, flammable paints)
- corrosives (eg hydrochloric acid)
- flammable gases (eg LP Gas)
- non-flammable non-toxic gases (eg CO.2)
How to apply
You can now apply, renew or amend a dangerous goods vehicle licence online at myworksafe.vic.gov.au.
Please note:
- you may need to supply copies of any associated tank approvals, if applicable, as part of your application
- the driver must also hold a licence to transport dangerous goods.
Further information
A vehicle licence is not required for the following:
- a prime mover of a semi-trailer or combination vehicle
- a trailer with one axle group or single axle and a fifth wheel coupling, designed to convert a semi-trailer into a dog trailer
Fees
You are required to pay a fee when you submit an application for a new licence, renewal or amendment to a licence. Your Dangerous goods vehicle licence will be valid for five years.
5 years
This licence is valid for five years.