Explosives

Everything about explosives in one place.

Fireworks discharge notification

You must complete an online form to notify WorkSafe at least seven days before discharging fireworks or Chinese firecrackers.

How to develop a blast management plan to manage the risks of explosive blasting.

Learn about the 9 classes of dangerous goods and examples of which ones are used most often.

List of authorised explosives registered by WorkSafe under dangerous goods laws.

WorkSafe issues five different types of explosives licence for tasks such as manufacturing, storing, transporting, selling and discharging.

Where vehicles carrying explosives cannot travel in Melbourne's central business district.

How to reduce or eliminate the workplace health and safety risks from general blasting operations by setting up safe distances.

Only licensed pyrotechnicians can use fireworks in Victoria and before they are used, a number of authorities must be notified.

WorkSafe issues six types of explosives licence for tasks such as manufacturing, storing, transporting, selling and discharging.

Tuesday 30 December 2025

Victorians are being urged to stay safe and celebrate the New Year without the danger of illegal fireworks.

Wednesday 22 January 2025

WorkSafe is reminding the public that only qualified, licenced pyrotechnicians are allowed to use or possess fireworks in Victoria.

Tuesday 16 July 2024

WorkSafe reminds pyrotechnicians to check fireworks for signs of deterioration, and to consider the weather before commencing a display.