Hazardous substances
Information on hazardous substances
Hazardous substances are defined in terms of their direct health effects on people whereas dangerous goods are defined by their physical and chemical properties.
Hazardous substances may be one or more of the following:
Specific information on hazardous substances can either be downloaded from the links above or by using the search engine (top right hand corner).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the definition of a hazardous substance?
- What is a hazardous substances register?
- How often should I update my material safety data sheets (MSDS)?
More frequently asked questions about hazardous substances can be found here.
- Related publications and downloads
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- National Guidance Note Assessing risks of hazardous substances
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- Prevention of carbon monoxide poisoning
- Soldering in the workplace-rosin fluxes
- Safe use of chemicals in the woodworking industry
- Controlling hazards in the electroplating industry
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- National Guidance Note Exposure standards
- Provision of information on hazardous substances (MSDS)
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- National Code of Practice - Control of Hazardous Substances
- National Code of Practice Labelling of Workplace Substance
- National Code of Practice Preparation of MSDS
- National Guidance Note Workplace hazardous substance in retail
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- Prevent lead poisoning
- National Code of Practice Ethylene Oxide in Sterilisation
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- National Code of Practice Scheduled Carcinogenic Substances