The obligation
PCBUs must identify and control chemical hazards (paints, solvents, isocyanates, powder) including SDS review, substitution, ventilation, and PPE.
The Code requires PCBUs to manage risks from hazardous chemicals used in spray painting (solvents, resins, isocyanates) and powder coating (epoxy, polyester powders). Duties include obtaining and reviewing Safety Data Sheets, applying the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls such as spray booths and LEV, administrative controls, and RPE/PPE), and ensuring workers are trained in chemical handling and emergency procedures.
- What
- PCBUs must identify and control chemical hazards (paints, solvents, isocyanates, powder) including SDS review, substitution, ventilation, and PPE.
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- safework.sa.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Chemical hazard management — spray painting and powder coating is a WHS requirement set out in Spray painting and powder coating (SA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA). The relevant provision is SA WHS Act 2012 > Codes of Practice > Spray Painting and Powder Coating > Chemical Hazards § 3–4.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Chemical hazard management — spray painting and powder coating is a WHS obligation under Spray painting and powder coating (SA). In short, PCBUs must identify and control chemical hazards (paints, solvents, isocyanates, powder) including SDS review, substitution, ventilation, and PPE.
What changed recently?
Chemical hazard management — spray painting and powder coating was last updated on 26 August 2026.
