Key info
- To get a shot-firing permit you must first apply for approval to take a shot-firing course, unless you have completed an accredited course in shot-firing in another state.
- In most cases, you also need a security sensitive dangerous substances permit from WorkSafe Tasmania.
- A permit is valid for 3 years unless cancelled, revoked, or issued for a shorter period.
- You must apply for or renew at a service centre.
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About applying for or renewing a shot-firing permit
You must apply for a shot-firing permit if you wish to prime or fire explosives in Tasmania.
You can apply, renew, vary or have an interstate shot-firing permit recognised by WorkSafe Tasmania.
How to apply or renew
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What you need to apply or renew
To apply you must visit a service centre and:
- provide a completed application form (PDF, 2.7MB)
- provide the statement of attainment you received after completing the course
- provide a copy of your training approval letter
- provide your identity documents
- have a photo taken
- pay a fee.
To renew you must visit a service centre and:
- provide a completed application form (PDF, 2.7MB)
- provide examples of recent work including 3 blast plans
- provide your identity documents
- have a photo taken
- pay a fee.
Interstate Shot-firing Authorities
A person who intends to carry out shot-firing in Tasmania under an interstate authority must notify Worksafe Tasmania at least 21 days before undertaking the shot-firing.
You will need to complete notification form (PDF, 2.3KB) and submit 21 days before the work starts.
In most cases you will also need a Security-sensitive Dangerous Substances (SSDS) permit or be a recognised responsible worker under a SSDS permit held by someone else. The Tasmanian SSDS legislation is different to interstate authorities so please check the requirements before notifying.
Can I apply or renew?
You can apply for or renew if you:
- are 18 or older
- have a legitimate need for the permit
- are a 'fit and proper person' as determined by a national police record check (you must give consent to this check on your application form).
Proving your identity
You must provide documents from the following lists to support your application. All documents must be:
- current
- the originals (not photocopies or certified copies)
You must have:
- One document from category A and 2 documents from category B, or
- Two documents from category A.
- Australian birth certificate (not an extract)
- Australian citizenship papers
- Australian passport (can be expired up to 2 years)
- Australian driver licence
- Australian firearm licence
- Tasmanian Government personal identification card (showing full name)
- Department Home Affairs travel documents or Australian Government issued ImmiCard
- Department of Home Affairs Certificate of Evidence of Resident Status
- Overseas passport.
- Medicare card
- Plastic bank or credit card, with signature
- Department of Veterans' Affairs or Centrelink pensioner concession card
- Births Deaths and Marriages (BDM) change of name or marriage certificate (to prove name change)
- Security guard or crowd controller licence
- Government issued personal photo ID card
- High risk work licence or other photo licence issued by Worksafe Tasmania
- Student ID card
- Visa grant notice/VEVO (if accompanied by an overseas passport).
When changing your name you must provide:
- One document from category A and 2 documents from category B, or
- Two documents from category A
and
- Proof of change of name that links the current name on your card to your new name (like an original BDM issued marriage or change of name certificate).
- Birth certificate
- Passport
- Written statement signed by a Principal Officer confirming attendance at educational institution on a letterhead of that institution
- Student ID card (official birth name only).
How much it costs
| Shot-firing | Fee |
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Application for approval to undertake a shot-firing course | $93.50 |
Application for shot-firing permit | $93.50 |
Application for renewal of shot-firing permit | $93.50 |
Fee for late application for renewal of shot-firing permit | $46.75 |
Application for recognition of interstate shot-firing authority | $93.50 |
Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2024.
Payment options
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More Information
Please visit WorkSafe Tasmania for more information on applying for or renewing a shot-firing permit.