The obligation
Some hazardous chemicals are prohibited or restricted for certain uses, such as spray painting and abrasive blasting, under Schedule 10 of the WHS Regulation.
Substances containing arsenic must not be used in spray painting or abrasive blasting. A number of carcinogens, such as 4-nitrodiphenyls, are prohibited from all uses except genuine research or analysis authorised by the regulator. Certain chemicals can be used, handled or stored at the workplace only after approval from the regulator.
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- What
- Some hazardous chemicals are prohibited or restricted for certain uses, such as spray painting and abrasive blasting, under Schedule 10 of the WHS Regulation.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Prohibited and restricted hazardous chemicals is a WHS requirement set out in Managing risks of hazardous chemicals 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is QLD > Work Health and Safety > Hazardous Chemicals > Prohibited & Restricted.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Prohibited and restricted hazardous chemicals is a WHS obligation under Managing risks of hazardous chemicals 2021 (QLD). In short, Some hazardous chemicals are prohibited or restricted for certain uses, such as spray painting and abrasive blasting, under Schedule 10 of the WHS Regulation.
What changed recently?
Prohibited and restricted hazardous chemicals was last updated on 19 October 2026.