145What must a safety data sheet contain?

145 What must a safety data sheet contain?

(1) The safety data sheet for a hazardous substance must contain the following—

(a) the product identifier and chemical identity of the substance;

(c) an Australian telephone number where information about the substance can be obtained in an emergency;

(d) the date of preparation or last review of the safety data sheet;

(e) the hazard identification for the substance determined in accordance with the GHS;

(f) the hazard statement and precautionary statement for the substance;

(g) composition of and information about ingredients, in accordance with Schedule 8;

(h) first aid measures;

(i) fire fighting measures;

(j) accidental release measures;

(k) exposure controls, exposure standards (if any), engineering controls and personal protection information;

(l) information relating to handling and storage, including how the substance may be safely used;

(m) disposal considerations;

(n) information relating to the physical and chemical properties of the substance;

(o) stability and reactivity information;

(p) toxicological information, including health effects.

(2) The safety data sheet must be in English and legible.

(3) A manufacturer or importing supplier may prepare a safety data sheet with the information required by subregulation (1) in languages in addition to English.