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The national model Code of Practice applies to all PCBUs where workers may be exposed to RCS, spanning engineered stone, construction, and general manufacturing.
Safe Work Australia's model Code of Practice covers any work where respirable crystalline silica dust may be generated. It applies to PCBUs and workers in industries including engineered stone fabrication, construction, tunnelling, mining, and manufacturing. The Code was developed under the harmonised WHS framework and is given effect in jurisdictions that adopt it under their WHS Act (e.g. NSW WHS Act 2011, s274). It provides practical guidance on how to meet WHS legislative obligations.
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- The national model Code of Practice applies to all PCBUs where workers may be exposed to RCS, spanning engineered stone, construction, and general manufacturing.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Scope and Application of the RCS Model Code of Practice is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica at work (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Managing the Risks of Respirable Crystalline Silica at Work > Scope.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Scope and Application of the RCS Model Code of Practice is a WHS obligation under Managing the risks of respirable crystalline silica at work (FEDERAL). In short, The national model Code of Practice applies to all PCBUs where workers may be exposed to RCS, spanning engineered stone, construction, and general manufacturing.
What changed recently?
Scope and Application of the RCS Model Code of Practice was last updated on 26 August 2026.
