Updating GHS under model WHS laws consultation summary

An online consultation for the proposal to adopt an updated edition of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) under the model WHS laws was conducted in July 2019.

Twenty-four submissions were received from a range of stakeholders, including users of hazardous chemicals, manufacturers, suppliers, peak industry associations and government agencies.

Safe Work Australia would like to thank those who provided feedback. The feedback received will help ensure any changes to Australia's classification and hazard communication requirements for workplace hazardous chemicals are implemented in the most effective way.

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