Safety and Storage
Requirements for Weapons
Section 60 of the Weapons Act 1990 states that persons possessing weapons must store them in the way stated under the Weapons Regulation 1996.
Section 59 of the Weapons Regulation 1996 states that licensed persons must store weapons unloaded at all times unless the weapon is being used in competition. For example, the weapon must be unloaded whilst the weapon is being transported to the range and whilst at the range when not involved in actual competition, for example, taking a lunch break.
The preferred method of storage for visitors to Queensland is in the facilities of a licensed firearms dealer or armourer or another licensed person’s facility that complies with section 60 or the Weapons Regulations. If this is not possible and the person is away from their usual secure storage facilities, or it is unreasonable for a person to go to their usual storage facilities, section 60A of the Weapons Regulation 1996 outlines conditions for storage.
Whilst not in the person's physical possession, weapons must be stored in a securely closed container with the bolt removed or a trigger lock fitted or in a locked container.
The container must be stored:
- out of sight in a locked room; or
- locked in the boot of a vehicle; or
- if the vehicle does not have a boot, locked in the vehicle out of sight.
Requirements for Ammunition
If persons bring their own ammunition into Queensland they must ensure that they fulfil the requirements contained in the Explosives Act 1999 and the Explosives Regulation 2003. For more information contact:
Explosives Inspectorate
Level 5, Mineral House
41 George Street
Brisbane Q 4000
PH: 32371428.
Website: http://www.dme.qld.gov.au/home.cfm?CFID=8691835&CFTOKEN=5381204
