Why Properly Labelled Spray Bottles Are Essential for Safe and Compliant Cleaning

Spray bottles are one of the most used—and most overlooked—tools in any commercial cleaning operation. From glass cleaner to disinfectants and degreasers, these humble bottles hold a wide range of chemicals critical to maintaining hygiene. But without proper labelling, they can also pose serious safety risks, compliance violations, and costly accidents.

At Matthews Cleaning Company, we stock a complete range of commercial-grade labelled spray bottles designed to help you stay compliant with Australian WHS regulations and keep your staff and clients safe.

Why Labelling Spray Bottles Is a Legal and Safety Requirement

According to Australian WHS (Work Health & Safety) laws, any chemical that has been decanted from its original packaging into a secondary container—like a spray bottle—must be clearly labelled with:

  • The product name
  • The relevant hazard pictograms (if applicable)
  • Usage directions
  • First aid instructions and emergency contact info (on bulk storage)

Unlabelled bottles can result in:

  • Misuse of corrosive or flammable chemicals
  • Injury to staff, customers, or site visitors
  • Fines or penalties during audits or inspections
  • Product waste and cleaning errors

Our Pre-Labelled Spray Bottle Solutions

To make labelling easy and foolproof, we stock durable, colour-coded spray bottles for common commercial chemicals, including:

Each bottle includes:

  • Chemical-resistant HDPE body that withstands acids, solvents and degreasers
  • Pre-printed GHS-compliant labels with dilution rates and hazard info
  • Colour-coded neck rings to avoid mix-ups in shared cleaning trolleys
  • Commercial-grade trigger sprayers that deliver fine mist or stream

Benefits of Using Properly Labelled Spray Bottles

  • ✔️ Ensures correct chemical use and dilution
  • ✔️ Reduces training time for new staff
  • ✔️ Prevents cross-contamination in HACCP and infection-control zones
  • ✔️ Avoids costly compliance issues in hospitality, education and healthcare

Industries Where Labelling Matters Most

  • Healthcare & Aged Care: Infection control and WHS compliance
  • Hospitality & Food Prep: HACCP zone safety and sanitiser tracking
  • Facilities & Janitorial: Chemical inventory control and safety signage
  • Education & Childcare: Minimising chemical exposure risks

Best Practices for Chemical Labelling in the Workplace

  1. Use only GHS-compliant labels with the correct chemical name
  2. Never use a spray bottle with a torn, faded or missing label
  3. Store spray bottles away from sunlight or heat to preserve label readability
  4. Train all staff on label meanings, chemical handling, and PPE requirements
  5. Use tamper-proof bottles in public-access environments

Order Labelled Spray Bottles Online

At Matthews Cleaning Company, we make compliance simple. Our pre-labelled bottles meet commercial safety standards and pair perfectly with our concentrated cleaning chemicals for fast, efficient dispensing and peace of mind.

Shop labelled spray bottles now or get in touch for a full site-wide compliance setup.

Clean smarter, label better, and protect your team with Matthews Cleaning Company’s professional spray bottle solutions.

Why Properly Labelled Spray Bottles Are Essential for Safe and Compliant Cleaning
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