The obligation
The current model code is dated October 2018 and incorporates all amendments made since its publication in February 2016.
The model code has been amended since its publication in February 2016, including amendments agreed in 2018 as part of a technical and usability review. The code is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the WHS Act. Safe Work Australia is a national policy body, not a regulator; the Commonwealth, states and territories regulate and enforce WHS laws in their own jurisdictions.
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- The current model code is dated October 2018 and incorporates all amendments made since its publication in February 2016.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Current version of the model code and its amendments is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Amendments.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Current version of the model code and its amendments is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (FEDERAL). In short, The current model code is dated October 2018 and incorporates all amendments made since its publication in February 2016.
What changed recently?
Current version of the model code and its amendments was last updated on 19 October 2026.