Chemical safety and compliance

Last reviewed: May 2025

Chemicals are used widely in the University. When working with chemicals, careful considerations must be made to ensure safety and compliance. Whilst some chemicals are low risk, others are hazardous, dangerous goods or both.

There are also chemicals that are highly regulated such as high consequence dangerouds goods, asbestos, crystalline silica, nuclear and fissile materials. Some materials can also be classified as drugs and controlled substance that must be managed in accordance with the relevant regulations.

Health and safety: Chemical requirement

Health and safety: Chemical management guidelines