The obligation
If work cannot be done on the ground or from a solid construction, a PCBU must minimise the fall risk by providing fall prevention.
Where housing construction work cannot take place on the ground or on a solid construction, the PCBU is required to reduce the risk of a person falling by supplying fall prevention.
- What
- If work cannot be done on the ground or from a solid construction, a PCBU must minimise the fall risk by providing fall prevention.
- Source
- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Doing work on the ground or on a solid construction 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 Managing the risk of falls.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Doing work on the ground or on a solid construction is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (FEDERAL). In short, If work cannot be done on the ground or from a solid construction, a PCBU must minimise the fall risk by providing fall prevention.
What changed recently?
Doing work on the ground or on a solid construction was last updated on 19 October 2026.