Mishandling hazardous substances and transporting Dangerous Goods

Mishandling hazardous substances and transporting Dangerous Goods

From What's Your 20? by NHVR

June 11, 2026 · 27 min · Season 2 · Episode 5

About this episode

Rob and Sarah discuss their experiences with transporting dangerous goods and safety measures with guest Jack Poole.

Rob and Sarah share their experiences of transporting (and mishandling) dangerous goods, including toxic substances, explosives and ammunition. Plus, Chemcouriers Dandenong South Branch Manager Jack Poole shares the precautions and procedures heavy vehicle operators and drivers can take to help transport dangerous goods safely.  View the Australian Dangerous Goods Code: www.ntc.gov.au/codes-and-guidelines/australian-dangerous-goods-code The products and services discussed in the What’s Your 20? podcast should not be viewed as an endorsement of those products and services by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator. The content shared is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Want to get in touch with What’s Your 20? Email info@nhvr.gov.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Rob, Sarah

Guest: Jack Poole

Topics covered

  • transporting dangerous goods
  • hazardous substances
  • safety precautions
  • heavy vehicle operations
  • toxic substances
  • explosives
  • ammunition

Keywords

  • dangerous goods
  • hazardous substances
  • transport safety
  • heavy vehicles
  • toxic substances
  • explosives
  • ammunition

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chemcouriers, National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, Australian Dangerous Goods Code

Places: Dandenong South, Australia

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