You may need to comply with this standard if you intend to work with chemicals in laboratories. This standard includes procedures for handling flammable, toxic, corrosive, unstable and highly reactive chemicals, and compressed and liquefied gases. Includes the safe keeping and storage of chemicals and gases inside a laboratory and associated areas.
Following this standard will assist you to achieve compliance with the health and safety duties and minimum standards required under work health and safety (WHS) legislation.