Safety & Compliance
National Standards and Codes
The Dangerous Substances (Safe Handling) Act 2005 is based upon the NOHSC National Standards for the
- Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods [NOHSC:1015(2001)]
- Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:1014(2002)]
Both these National Standards have associated National Codes of Practice and these provide greater detailed guidance to help you comply with your safety obligations under the Act.
Codes of Practice
- National Code of Practice for Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods [NOHSC:2017(2001)]
- National Code of Practice for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:2016(1996)]
If you are having problems downloading these documents, the website link is www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au and locate Standards and Codes on the home page.
