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The model code has been adopted across multiple Australian jurisdictions. SafeWork NSW, the ACT, WorkSafe WA, and WorkSafe QLD all publish adopted versions.
The Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: Abrasive Blasting has been adopted in jurisdictions implementing the harmonised WHS framework. SafeWork NSW publishes the code as an approved code of practice for NSW. The ACT adopted it via the Work Health and Safety (Abrasive Blasting Code of Practice) Approval 2022 (NI 2022-682). WorkSafe WA publishes an adopted version, last updated November 2024.
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- The model code has been adopted across multiple Australian jurisdictions. SafeWork NSW, the ACT, WorkSafe WA, and WorkSafe QLD all publish adopted versions.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Jurisdictional Adoption of the Model Code: Abrasive Blasting is a WHS requirement set out in Abrasive blasting (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Abrasive blasting > Jurisdictional adoption.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Jurisdictional Adoption of the Model Code: Abrasive Blasting is a WHS obligation under Abrasive blasting (FEDERAL). In short, The model code has been adopted across multiple Australian jurisdictions. SafeWork NSW, the ACT, WorkSafe WA, and WorkSafe QLD all publish adopted versions.
What changed recently?
Jurisdictional Adoption of the Model Code: Abrasive Blasting was last updated on 19 October 2026.