Hazardous Substances
This module introduces workers to the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.
Understanding Hazardous Substances
This module introduces workers to the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances. It covers types of hazards (physical, environmental, and health), how substances enter the body, the Globally Harmonised System (GHS), safety data sheets (SDS), chemical labelling, spill response, and risk assessments. Workers are taught how to identify risks, interpret labels, use control measures, and follow safe work procedures to minimise exposure.
By the end of this module, you will be able to understand:
What a hazardous substance is
Labels and safety data sheets
How to work safely with hazardous substances
Relevant Australian Legislation:
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth)
- WHS Regulations 2011 (Cth) – Particularly Chapters 7.1 and 7.2, which cover hazardous chemicals and risk management.
- Model Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace
- Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) – As adopted in Australia.
This module will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
