The obligation
The Code requires abrasive blasting risks to be eliminated or, where that is not reasonably practicable, minimised using the hierarchy of control measures.
A risk assessment is not mandatory for abrasive blasting, but it is required in specific situations such as work in a confined space, and is often the best way to decide which controls to implement. An assessment helps identify which workers are at risk, the sources and processes causing the risk, what controls are needed, and whether existing controls are effective.
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- What
- The Code requires abrasive blasting risks to be eliminated or, where that is not reasonably practicable, minimised using the hierarchy of control measures.
- Source
- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Risk management process for 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 > Risk management.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Risk management process for abrasive blasting is a WHS obligation under Abrasive blasting (FEDERAL). In short, The Code requires abrasive blasting risks to be eliminated or, where that is not reasonably practicable, minimised using the hierarchy of control measures.
What changed recently?
Risk management process for abrasive blasting was last updated on 11 October 2026.
