Under national explosives legislation, explosives must be stored in one of the following:
- a Licenced factory or Magazine,
- a Store (licensed by the local authority) or
- a Premises Registered for keeping explosives.
Guidance Documents
For guidance relating to storage requirements, safety measures etc. please consult the following:
- General Guidance Notes- Explosive Legislation (PDF - 87KB)
- Guidance for Storage of Pyrotechnic Articles in Retail and Distribution Centres 2013 (PDF - 103KB)
Application forms for Registered Premises
- Form RP1 - Form of Notice to the Local Authority to Register Premises for keeping Small Arms Ammunition or Pyrotechnics other than Category 1 - 20 October 2015
- Form RP2 - Form of Notice to the Local Authority to Register Premises for Category 1 Fireworks only - 20 October 2015
Application form for a Store Licence
- Application Form to the Local Authority for a Licence for a Store for Mixed Explosives (MS Word - 151KB)
Application form for a Factory or Magazine Licence
National Legislation
Explosives Act, 1875
S.I. 804 of 2007 - Stores for Explosives Order 2007 (PDF - 174KB)
Contact details:
If any queries please contact Explosives Unit of the Department of Justice and Equality at:
| Phone: | 01 6028357 |
| Email: | explosives@justice.ie |