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Managing the work environment and facilities

Made under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL)
The Model Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities is issued by Safe Work Australia under the model WHS framework. It provides practical guidance to PCBUs on safe workplace layout, lighting, ventila...
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Version as at 1 Dec 2025 Compiled version

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Managing risks of remote or isolated work

Jul 2026
PCBUs must manage health and safety risks for workers who perform remote or isolated work, including establishing communication systems and...
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Model Code updated — December 2025 edition published

Aug 2026
Safe Work Australia published an updated version of the Model Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities in December 202...
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PCBU duty to provide adequate welfare facilities for workers

Jul 2026
PCBUs must provide adequate and accessible welfare facilities including toilets, drinking water, washing facilities, and eating areas, so fa...
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PCBU duty to provide safe work environment and layout

Jul 2026
PCBUs must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, that workplace layout, lighting, and ventilation enable workers to carry out work witho...
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Preparing and maintaining emergency plans

Jul 2026
PCBUs must prepare, implement, and maintain an emergency plan for the workplace covering emergency procedures, evacuation, and communication...
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