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Globally Harmonised System (GHS)

The GHS is an international system of classifying chemicals and communicating their hazards. If you manufacture, import, sell or use hazardous chemicals, the GHS affects you.

The GHS of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals:

  • standardises systems across countries, therefore removing barriers to trade and reducing burdens on business
  • enhances the protection of people and the environment
  • is easy to read and understand.

The GHS replaced the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances, the previous system for classifying hazardous substances and dangerous goods in the workplace.

You should also use the codes of practice:

Resources

Transition to GHS7, August 2020: Safe Work Australia

Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of classification and labelling of chemicals: Safe Work Australia

Last updated: 9 December 2022
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