Printing Solvent Handling & Storage SWMS
Solvent storage and handling in printing operations. Cabinet specifications, decanting procedures, spill response, flammable storage compliance.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Storage and handling of printing solvents including cabinet specifications, decanting procedures and spill response. Triggers WHS Regulation 2025 Chapter 7 hazardous chemical and dangerous goods obligations.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Flash fire, severe burns
CNS effects, chronic toxicity
Dermatitis, slip injury, contamination
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Store Class 3 goods in AS 1940 compliant flammable cabinet, bonded earthed.
- 2Decant in mechanically ventilated area; use SDS-specified PPE and respirator.
- 3Maintain spill kit, bunding and Emergency Plan per WHS Reg 361.
- 4Track manifest quantities and placard thresholds under WHS Reg 347.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids
Hazardous chemical management duties
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Not applicable; DG storage governed by Ch 7, not HRCW Schedule 3.
Manifest/placard breaches attract WHS Cat 2 prosecution and penalties.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX template — Microsoft Word compatible
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (NSW/VIC/QLD/SA/WA/TAS/NT/ACT)
- ✓Hazard register with risk ratings + controls
- ✓Worker sign-on register and pre-start checklist
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 (model)
- WHS Regulation 2025
- Code of Practice — Hazardous Manual Tasks