This comprehensive Chemical Management Plan Procedure Guide outlines the essential aspects of managing chemicals across all company sites. It details procedures for purchasing, safe use, storage, transportation, and disposal of chemicals, aiming to minimize health risks, protect personnel and the public, mitigate environmental impacts, and ensure regulatory compliance. The plan covers hazardous substances, dangerous goods, and other controlled substances, referencing key State and Commonwealth legislation such as the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Dangerous Goods Safety Act, Medicines and Poisons Act, and the Environmental Protection Act. It also incorporates national and international guidance materials, standards, and codes of practice, including GHS Hazardous Chemical Information List, Australian Dangerous Goods Code, and various Australian Standards like AS/NZS 2243 series for laboratory safety and AS 1940 for flammable liquid storage. This document is crucial for all personnel, students, and contractors involved in chemical handling, including those in laboratory, studio, cleaning, gardening, maintenance, and construction roles. It emphasizes the importance of integrating this plan with other safety documentation like risk assessments and standard operating procedures. Exclusions include Class 1 Dangerous Goods, biological safety, asbestos, and bulk petroleum fuel storage, for which separate guidance is available. Ideal for Safety Officers, HSE Managers, Environmental Officers, Laboratory Managers, and Site Supervisors.
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