Workplaces dealing with hazardous chemicals are required to maintain a register for the benefit of workers. In instances where there are multiple duty holders, effective consultation is necessary, and each duty holder must fulfill their obligations for maintaining a hazardous chemicals register.

A hazardous chemicals register comprises a comprehensive list of all hazardous chemicals being stored, handled, or used at the workplace, and it should include the current safety data sheets (SDS) for each listed hazardous chemical. The current SDS is the most recent version provided by the manufacturer or importer, subject to periodic reviews every five years.

Accessibility of the register is crucial for workers involved in chemical activities and those potentially affected by hazardous chemicals at the workplace. The register should be kept in a format easily accessible to workers, considering electronic formats for workplaces with computer access. Additionally, during emergencies, it's essential to ensure information accessibility, even in the absence of power.

The register template can be modified at the discretion of the person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU), allowing for additional details like SDS issue dates, manufacturer/supplier names, on-site locations, or identification codes. Such modifications enhance the utility of the register for the business.

It's important to note that chemicals falling outside the hazardous category or those excluded under Queensland's WHS laws need not be included in the register. Examples include chemicals in transit for less than five consecutive days, consumer products used consistent with household use, certain fuels, portable firefighting or medical equipment, and other specified exemptions.