The obligation
PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, instruction, training or supervision needed to protect all persons from work risks.
Information, training and instruction given to a worker must be suitable and adequate. A PCBU must not direct or allow a worker to carry out construction work unless the worker has completed general construction induction training and holds a general construction induction training card or certification. When landing trusses, relevant workers must be given the information, instruction, training or supervision needed to protect them from risks of overloading wall frames.
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- What
- PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, instruction, training or supervision needed to protect all persons from work risks.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Information, training, instruction and supervision 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 Duties.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Information, training, instruction and supervision is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (FEDERAL). In short, PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, instruction, training or supervision needed to protect all persons from work risks.
What changed recently?
Information, training, instruction and supervision was last updated on 19 October 2026.