The obligation
PCBUs must provide the information, training, instruction and supervision needed to protect workers from fall risks in housing construction.
Information, training and instruction must be suitable and adequate for the work, its risks and the control measures, and readily understandable. For work at height it should cover PPE use and maintenance, the hazards and risks, procedures including any SWMS, and how to use fall protection. Workers exposed to a fall risk should be supervised by a competent person, especially if in training or unfamiliar with the site.
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- What
- PCBUs must provide the information, training, instruction and supervision needed to protect workers from fall risks in housing construction.
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- legislation.act.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Training, Supervision and Competency Obligations for Falls Risk Work is a WHS requirement set out in Falls in Housing Construction (ACT). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT). The relevant provision is Managing fall risks / Training and supervision § 7.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Training, Supervision and Competency Obligations for Falls Risk Work is a WHS obligation under Falls in Housing Construction (ACT). In short, PCBUs must provide the information, training, instruction and supervision needed to protect workers from fall risks in housing construction.
What changed recently?
Training, Supervision and Competency Obligations for Falls Risk Work was last updated on 19 October 2026.