Who is this article for?

Administrators responsible for Maximum Allowable Quantity (MAQ) management.

Administrator role is required.

Control groups define Maximum Allowable Quantities (MAQ) thresholds using different criteria, allowing the system to track current quantities against allowed maximums, break down totals by hazard category, and show which containers count towards the total.

This article explains where you can create a new control group type.

1.  Adding a control group type

To create a control group type:

1. Open Administration.
2. Select Data Manager.
3. Switch to the Control Area Types tab.
4. Click Add New Control Area Type.

5. Enter a Name.
   Make it clear and descriptive, like Chemistry Lab Flammables - Floor 2.
6. Select a Room for MAQ tracking.
7. Set Status to Active.

Hazard classifications for new group types must be set up by our Support team.

Further reading

• Configuring hazard control limits