The obligation
PCBUs must identify, assess and control risks from hazardous chemicals (paints, solvents, hardeners, powders) used in spray painting and powder coating, including SDS requirements and exposure standards.
The Code requires PCBUs to manage risks from hazardous chemicals including isocyanates, solvents, and powder coating dusts. Obligations include obtaining and following Safety Data Sheets, applying the hierarchy of controls, ensuring adequate ventilation, monitoring airborne contaminants against WES (workplace exposure standards), and providing appropriate RPE where engineering controls are insufficient.
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- PCBUs must identify, assess and control risks from hazardous chemicals (paints, solvents, hardeners, powders) used in spray painting and powder coating, including SDS requirements and exposure standards.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Hazardous Chemicals Management in Spray Painting and Powder Coating is a WHS requirement set out in Spray Painting and Powder Coating (ACT). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT). The relevant provision is ACT > Codes of Practice > Spray Painting and Powder Coating > Hazardous Chemicals § Chapter 2–3.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Hazardous Chemicals Management in Spray Painting and Powder Coating is a WHS obligation under Spray Painting and Powder Coating (ACT). In short, PCBUs must identify, assess and control risks from hazardous chemicals (paints, solvents, hardeners, powders) used in spray painting and powder coating, including SDS requirements and exposure standards.
What changed recently?
Hazardous Chemicals Management in Spray Painting and Powder Coating was last updated on 26 August 2026.
