Hazardous Chemicals Register

A Hazardous Chemicals Register template to use at your workplace.

Stay compliant and keep your workplace safe with a Hazardous Chemicals Register.

This editable register helps you document all hazardous chemicals used, stored, or handled in your workplace, and is a legal requirement under Australian WHS laws (called the Hazardous Substances Register in Victoria). Whether you’re a tradie, farmer, hairdresser, vet, beauty salon, restaurant, or hotel, if hazardous chemicals are part of your operations, you are required to keep an up-to-date register.

Common hazardous chemicals include fuels, gas cylinders, aerosols, paints, solvents, lubricants, pesticides, herbicides, industrial or commercial cleaning products, cosmetics, and hair products.

Who is it for?

This register is suitable for any Australian business that uses hazardous chemicals, from small businesses like salons and cafes to large operations in agriculture, construction, manufacturing, or hospitality.

When is it used?

This register should be maintained as part of your WHS management system, kept up to date with the hazardous chemicals at the workplace, and made available to workers and other relevant parties. It can also be provided to prospective clients or principal contractors to demonstrate your commitment to safety and legal compliance.

What’s included?

• Ready-to-use Excel template for recording hazardous chemicals

• Fields covering all key details required under WHS legislation

• Simple, searchable layout for easy updates and reference

• Automatic highlighting of expired or soon-to-expire Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

• Guidance notes on how to use the register and comply with other hazardous chemicals requirements (e.g., signage, workplace exposure limits)

Meeting your legal requirements

Under Australian WHS law, any business that uses hazardous chemicals must keep a Hazardous Chemicals Register. This template helps you meet that obligation by providing a clear, compliant record of the substances at your workplace, supporting safe handling, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance.