The obligation
PCBUs must give confined space workers information, training and instruction covering hazards, controls, PPE, entry permits and emergency procedures.
Under WHS Regulation 76, information, training and instruction for relevant workers must cover the nature of all hazards associated with a confined space and the need for, and appropriate use of, risk control measures. It must also cover the selection, fit, use, wearing, testing, storage and maintenance of any PPE, the contents of any relevant confined space entry permit, and emergency procedures.
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- PCBUs must give confined space workers information, training and instruction covering hazards, controls, PPE, entry permits and emergency procedures.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Information, training and instruction for confined space workers is a WHS requirement set out in Confined spaces (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Confined Spaces COP > Training.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Information, training and instruction for confined space workers is a WHS obligation under Confined spaces (FEDERAL). In short, PCBUs must give confined space workers information, training and instruction covering hazards, controls, PPE, entry permits and emergency procedures.
What changed recently?
Information, training and instruction for confined space workers was last updated on 19 October 2026.