FAQs

Yes there is! We have 26 years’ experience in the Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances field. We make it a priority to be continually updating our knowledge and understanding so we can pass on the correct application of the HSNO Act and Regulations to our clients in a relevant and practical way. Learn more about how we can help.

Yes we do. As well as moderated training for Approved Handlers and Approved (Gas Cylinder) Fillers, we are happy to customise a topical seminar to suit your staff’s needs. Learn more about our training.

Yes we are happy to provide on-site training for your staff, preferably for 3 or more to make this more cost-effective for you. Contact us for more details.

Certain hazardous substance classifications exceeding specified threshold quantities are required to be under the control of an Approved Handler. For some of the more dangerous hazardous substances Approved Handlers might be required irrespective of the quantity.

Not everybody handling a hazardous substance needs to be an Approved Handler. However, should Handlers be required, you will need to have sufficient Handlers to cover all foreseeable operating hours. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

We currently hold Approved Handler training here at our offices in Silverdale on the 4th Thursday of each month.

Yes we can! We offer a 1 day course here at our offices in Silverdale and you will need to provide us with evidence of the practical training in pyrotechnics display operations that you have trained each of your team members in.

We can also assist you through the procedure for obtaining Controlled Substances Licences, which are additionally required for all Pyrotechnic Display Handlers.

No, hazardous substances have varying intrinsic properties which are, in many cases, incompatible with each other. Please contact us to discuss your specific situation.

Yes, we can – it’s what we do! We can assist you in the preparation of your Emergency Response Plans and Zoning diagrams where these are required. Alternatively we can provide advice that will enable you to prepare these yourself. Contact us for more information

You can train your own staff to fill cylinders as long as you, yourself, are a certified Approved Filler. It is in order to prepare your staff for them to become certified Fillers, but you must directly supervise them at all times while they are learning to fill cylinders. Please contact us when your staff are ready for us to provide an Approved Filler training course.

If the tank is below ground, yes you will regardless of the size of the tank. If the tank is above ground it will depend on the substance being stored. Please contact us to discuss your specific situation.

We prefer to work with you at the planning phase to ensure compliance and to avoid your having to make costly changes in the future. However we are happy to be involved at any stage to provide you with an understanding of your HSNO regulatory requirements and the most practicable options for compliance. See how we can assist you.

Start by downloading our guidelines for importing cylinders.