Work Health and Safety Regulations 2022
Part 3Correct labelling
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Part 3 Correct labelling
Note
More than 1 clause of this Part may apply to a hazardous chemical depending on the nature of the hazardous chemical, its container and other matters.
3. Labelling hazardous chemicals – general
(1) A hazardous chemical is correctly labelled if the chemical is packed in a container that has a label in English including the following:
(a) the product identifier;
(b) the name, and the Australian address and business telephone number of –
(i) the manufacturer; or
(ii) the importer;
(c) for each ingredient of the chemical – the identity and proportion disclosed in accordance with Schedule 8 ;
(d) any hazard pictogram consistent with the correct classification of the chemical;
(e) any hazard statement, signal word and precautionary statement consistent with the correct classification of the chemical;
(f) any information about the hazards, first aid and emergency procedures relevant to the chemical, not otherwise included in the hazard statement or precautionary statement referred to in paragraph (e) ;
(g) if the chemical has an expiry date – the expiry date.
(2) The label may include any other information that does not contradict or cast doubt on the matters referred to in subclause (1) .
(3) This clause is subject to clauses 4 to 10 of this Schedule.
4. Labelling hazardous chemicals – small container
(1) This clause applies if a hazardous chemical is packed in a container that is too small for a label attached to it to include all the information referred to in .