Dangerous Goods

QR is accredited to transport dangerous goods and regulated / trackable waste.  We have special procedures and extensive systems for dealing with the safe transport of the full range of the different classes of dangerous goods. 

Our staff and contractors are trained in the safe handling, segregation and transportation of this type of product.

Our procedures are supported by specially designed rail tanks for bulk dangerous goods carriage and approved segregation devices.  Other controls include segregation by marshalling, and emergency preparedness and response.  Audits on the transport of dangerous goods are regularly undertaken to check the effectiveness of procedures.

Our operations comply with all legislation relating to the Dangerous Goods Act, including:

• Transport Operators Road Use Management - Dangerous Goods
• Dangerous Goods - Safety management Regulation
• Transport Infrastructure ACt (Dangerous Goods by Rail) Regulation 2002
• Road Transport Reform (Dangerous Goods) Act 1995
• Road Transport Reform Bill/Regulation    

We have special licensing for specific classes with the Department of Transport and PACIA Accreditation #056.