Is a ‘hazardous substances’ register the same as a ‘dangerous goods’ manifest?
No. A ‘hazardous substances register’ is for the use by people at the workplace who are potentially exposed to ‘hazardous substances’ and for the person in control to keep track of the ones they have in their workplace. The requirement to keep one is explained under the next question. A dangerous goods manifest is for the use by emergency services so they know what flammables, explosives, corrosives or toxics etc are stored on the premises in the event of an emergency such as a fire or chemical spill. The manifest is normally kept in a locked container at the main entrance to the premises. More information on dangerous goods requirements is available from the Resources Safety Division of the Department of Mines and Petroleum.
