On 6 December 2016, Edition 7.5 of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG 7.5) was released. It is imperative that all…[Read More]
Dangerous goods storage and handling
GHS labelling now MANDATORY for hazardous workplace chemicals
Published: February 3, 2017
The Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is now mandatory in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, NT…[Read More]
A national phase-down of mercury – Comment sought
Published: February 3, 2017
The Federal Department of the Environment and Energy has released for comment an Exposure Draft – Final Regulation Impact Statement…[Read More]
Illegal chemical discharge results in fine of $7,500
Published: November 25, 2016
The Victorian Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined a company more than $7,500 for illegally discharging a hazardous gas into…[Read More]
Company pays more than $24,000 for poor practices at premises
Published: November 25, 2016
A company and its director have been fined $7,500 and ordered to pay more than $17,000 in court costs after…[Read More]
Proposed amendments to NSW Guidelines for Vapour recovery and petrol service stations – Comment Sought
Published: October 14, 2016
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is proposing amendments to the NSW guidelines for vapour recovery and petrol service stations.The…[Read More]
Fine issued for poor chemical management practices
Published: October 3, 2016
The Victorian Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined a Melbourne manufacturer of wooden pallets more than $7,500 for failing to…[Read More]
REMINDER: National Pollutant Inventory Reports due 30 September 2016
Published: September 23, 2016
A reminder that National Pollutant Inventory (NPI) reports are due by 30 September 2016.More than 4,000 facilities from a wide…[Read More]
EPA releases best practice guide for managing underground fuel tanks
Published: September 9, 2016
The New South Wales EPA has released a Best practice guide for environmental incident prevention and management for underground petroleum…[Read More]
GHS and how it will be implemented in Victoria
Published: August 12, 2016
From 1 July 2017, in Victoria, for issues such as chemical classification, preparation of safety data sheets (SDS) and new…[Read More]
