As from 1st July 2021:
- Drivers who transport Reportable Priority Waste (as defined by the EPA) will be required to undertake ‘EPA approved’ training as a condition of their licenses.
Reportable Priority Waste includes;
- Contaminated soil (A, B, C and D).
- Asbestos and asbestos containing materials.
- 30XY putrescible liquids (such as triple interceptor and grease trap).
- Used machine lubricating oils.
- Chemicals (including acids and bases).
- Clinical and related waste.
The VWMA Priority Waste Transport Certification satisfies these EPA requirements for training.
The course accredits drivers to transport Reportable Priority Waste in Victoria for a period of 3 years. It does not replace dangerous good training.
The course will be offered by both face-to-face and remotely.
More Face-to-face learning dates to be announced shortly
Face to Face learning is conducted at the VWMA offices in Port Melbourne. The course is completed over the duration of 1 day.
Next available dates are:
- Thursday 14th December 2023
- Thursday 18th January 2024
The course commences at 8:00am and runs through till 3:00pm on the day.
All course materials and lunch is provided.
To register to undertake the Face to Face learning course, please
click on this link
and return the completed form to reception@vta.com.au
Remote Learning
Remote learning is done online through Google Classroom. It can be done at any time. It takes approximately 5 hours to complete. The online material includes a training manual and an examination.
A link to the training materials will be forwarded to person being trained (unless we are advised otherwise). This is the fastest way to become certified.
To register to undertake the remote learning course please
click on this link
and return the completed form to reception@vta.com.au
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For further information email reception@vta.com.au or call us on 03 9646 8590. We welcome your call! Our office hours are 9am until 4.30pm – Monday to Friday.