Carriage of Firearms and Ammunition – Exemption for Passengers Attending Registered Events
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Passengers who intend to transport firearms and/or ammunition must complete and submit this form at least 24 hours prior to departure.
The carriage of firearms and ammunition is subject to TT-Line’s Conditions of Carriage. They are available on our website at www.spiritoftasmania.com.au. Certain specific conditions apply to the carriage of firearms and ammunition including those given below.
TT-Line Company Pty Ltd (TT-Line) will allow a licensed shooter to seek an exemption from TT-Line when competing in a shooting event organised by a registered Gun Club. The exemption is only available on application to competition shooters travelling on Spirit of Tasmania I and II.
To qualify, an individual (competition shooter) must lodge a written request to the Company requesting an exemption ‘to the conditions applicable to ammunition on the basis they are attending a registered shooting event.
The request must be accompanied by a letter from the organisation hosting the event. The letter must clearly support the individual’s testimony by stating (in name) that the individual is a registered participant. The letter must further state the name of the event and dates it is due to be undertaken.
General
TT-Line are not obliged to carry or otherwise handle dangerous items, including firearms and ammunition.
The carriage of dangerous items will only be permitted where Passengers abide by the rules and regulations set out in the Conditions of Carriage, applicable laws,
or any other rules otherwise communicated to Passengers by us.
- TT-Line may confiscate, dispose of, surrender to police or otherwise treat your firearm(s) or ammunition
as we see fit in accordance with the Conditions of Carriage, if it: - is unauthorised (not authorized by TT-Line); becomes a danger during the voyage;
- does not meet legal requirements;
- does not meet the requirements set out within these Conditions of Carriage; or
- is not collected by you directly after arrival at the port of destination.
Firearms and ammunition
Firearms includes pistols, rifles, shotguns, spear guns, fishing spears, bows, spears and any items of a similar nature.
In accordance with the Marine Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (Cth), it is a serious offence for any unauthorised person to have in his or her possession any type of firearm or prohibited weapon when proceeding through a screening point within a
Port Facility or whilst in a Maritime Security Zone. Penalties of up to seven years’ imprisonment can apply
on conviction.
Self-primed, reloaded ammunition, bulk containers and propellant and gunpowder are prohibited.
In accordance with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) the International Maritime Dangerous Good Code applies to TT-Line for the carriage of
ammunition.
The following requirements are sanctioned by the AMSA in regard to the carriage of Class 1.4S standard ammunition:
- TT-Line may reject the carriage of ammunition should the maximum ship limit be exceeded. You release TT-Line from any liability whatsoever in connection with the exercise of this right.
- Passengers in possession of ammunition must also be in possession of a current and valid firearms licence which must be sighted prior to boarding.
- Passengers are permitted to take on board the Vessel up to 250 rounds or 10kg per licensed shooter (whichever limit is reached first).
- Note 1: this limit does not apply to airgun pellets.
- Note 2: Refers to exemption regarding 250 round limit.
- Passengers must ensure that ammunition is in original packaging and packed in suitable containers and that the container does not have other items s t o r e d in it.
- Passengers must surrender all ammunition prior to boarding and can only access or retrieve the ammunition once the mobile storage unit has been positioned on the wharf at the port of discharge.
- TT-Line cannot accept any cartridge or shell that has been modified or tampered with. This includes the addition of a projectile to a primed case.
Registered Event – Exemption
In the event a passenger is travelling to a registered event the exemptions can be approved on application for a competition shooter:
- Seeking an exemption to the 250 rounds of ammunition; i.e. because the number of rounds they wish to carry is greater than the 250 rounds but less than or equal to the 10kg limit. Note; 10kg limit is the maximum weight allowable;
- No restrictions apply to empty Cases and/or Bullets providing the quantity is less than 1,000 of each. Suitable packaging is required;
- Centrefire Primers can be carried providing the Primer is in its original packaging from the original product manufacturer and is to be used in conjunction with a registered event.
- Ammunition in constituent parts: The maximum quantities for carriage are 1,000 empty cases/bullets, and 1,000 centrefire primers in addition to the 10kg allowable ammunition limit.
- Centrefire Primers and Ammunition: Both must be presented separately in original packaging and within suitable containers. TT-Line reserves the right to further place Centrefire Primers and Ammunition in wooden containers.
- No exemptions can apply to the carriage of gun powder.
Check-in
Passengers with firearms and ammunition must check in at least two hours prior to departure time to allow sufficient time for processing. TT-Line may refuse to transport you, your firearms, ammunition, and any other accompanied items if you are late.
All supporting permits, licenses and other documentation must be available to us for inspection at check-in.
Passengers must ensure that firearms and ammunition are packed separately to allow f o r storage in separate locations for the duration of the voyage.
Passengers must ensure that firearms and ammunition are secured and stored in a manner so as to ensure that they are safe to travel. Specifically, firearms are not to be loaded and magazines and/or bolts must not be fitted.
All firearms and ammunition must be surrendered to TT-Line at a security screening point prior to boarding. The surrendered firearms and/or ammunition will be placed by you at your own risk into our approved storage unit for the duration of the Voyage.
All firearms and/or ammunition must be collected from us immediately after arrival and disembarkation at the port of destination. You must provide photo identification and a baggage claim ticket stub to claim your firearms and/or ammunition.
Disqualification
Should a passenger be unable to meet TT-Line requirements for the Carriage of Firearms and Ammunition the passenger could consider other Bass Strait shipping service providers:
- SeaRoad Shipping; or
- Toll Shipping.
Correspondence & Declaration Form Submission:
TT-Line Company Pty Ltd
Spirit of Tasmania
Terminal Services
PO Box 168 E
East Devonport, Tasmania 7310