The obligation
PCBUs must manage risks of hazardous chemicals at the workplace, including SDS, labelling, registers, and storage requirements under Chapter 7.
Chapter 7 of the WHS Regulation 2011 (Qld) requires PCBUs to maintain a hazardous chemicals register, obtain and use Safety Data Sheets, ensure correct labelling, and implement controls for storage and handling. The chapter aligns with the Code of Practice: Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace 2021. Obligations apply to all workplaces where hazardous chemicals are used, handled, or stored.
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- PCBUs must manage risks of hazardous chemicals at the workplace, including SDS, labelling, registers, and storage requirements under Chapter 7.
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- legislation.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Hazardous Chemicals Management – WHS Regulation 2011 is a WHS requirement set out in Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 > Chapter 7 – Hazardous Chemicals § Ch 7.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Hazardous Chemicals Management – WHS Regulation 2011 is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (QLD). In short, PCBUs must manage risks of hazardous chemicals at the workplace, including SDS, labelling, registers, and storage requirements under Chapter 7.
What changed recently?
Hazardous Chemicals Management – WHS Regulation 2011 was last updated on 26 August 2026.
