The obligation
An SDS must be reviewed and, if necessary, revised at least every 5 years or when new information affecting health/safety risk becomes available.
The Code requires that SDS preparers review each SDS at least every 5 years and whenever new information becomes available that may affect the health or safety risk assessment or the control measures recommended. Updated SDSs must be provided to downstream users. Failure to maintain current SDSs is a breach of the WHS Regulations and may affect liability in incident investigations.
- What
- An SDS must be reviewed and, if necessary, revised at least every 5 years or when new information affecting health/safety risk becomes available.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Obligation to keep SDS current and review after 5 years is a WHS requirement set out in Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Federal > Code of Practice > Hazardous Chemicals > SDS Preparation.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Obligation to keep SDS current and review after 5 years is a WHS obligation under Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals (FEDERAL). In short, An SDS must be reviewed and, if necessary, revised at least every 5 years or when new information affecting health/safety risk becomes available.
What changed recently?
Obligation to keep SDS current and review after 5 years was last updated on 26 August 2026.
