Explosives & Fireworks

Queensland Mines and Energy is responsible for safety in the explosives and fireworks imdustries. The department works closely with industry and the community to ensure the safety of people working in these industries and the public.

Explosives and fireworks safety

The department's role is to ensure that the community is safe from the hazards of explosives and related materials through:

ensuring that there are standards for the safe handling and use of explosives
monitoring explosives activities to ensure compliance with standards
responding effectively to explosives accidents and incidents
administering government reserves for the storage and distribution of explosives.

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Last Updated 09 October 2009