Who is responsible for preparing a safety data sheet (SDS)?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
The manufacturer or supplier of a hazardous substance is responsible for preparing the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). They must provide accurate information about the substance's hazards and safe handling procedures.
Key points
- Manufacturers or suppliers prepare SDS.
- SDS includes hazard info and handling guidelines.
- Employers must make sure SDS are available on-site.
Every workplace dealing with hazardous substances needs to have an up-to-date SDS for each chemical. It's the supplier's job to create these documents, but the employer must make sure they're accessible to all workers. This helps keep everyone safe and compliant with WHS regulations.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium helps you manage compliance by tracking your SDS documents and making them easy to access when needed.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.