Anyone storing more than 2kg of explosives in North
Somerset needs to apply for a licence.
If you wish to store two tonnes or more of explosive you will
need a licence from the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE).
If you wish to store up to two tonnes of an explosive that
requires an explosive certificate, for example blasting explosive
or black powder, you will need a licence or registration form from
the Avon and Somerset
Police.
You also need to report to the police if you are storing
fireworks alongside other explosives. For example if you have
black powder and fireworks on your premises.
For more information for businesses who store and
sell fireworks see our
fireworks page.
For more information on explosives visit the
Avon and Somerset
Police and HSE websites.
