VWMA Reportable Priority Waste Transport Certification

As from 1 July 2023:

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 Reportable 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 5 years. It does not replace dangerous good training.

The course is offered by both remotely and face-to-face.

Remote Learning

Remote learning is done online through Google Classroom. It can be done at any time and 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.

Face-to-Face Learning

Face-to-face learning is conducted at the VWMA offices in Port Melbourne. The course is completed over the duration of one day. The course commences at 8:00am and runs through till 3:00pm. All course materials and lunch are provided.

Next available dates are:

Please contact the VWMA to discuss face-to-face learning dates.

Return completed registration forms to reception@vta.com.au 

For more 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.