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SafeWork NSW approved Code of Practice for tower cranes (2025 edition), replacing the prior version. Applies to all PCBUs with management or control of tower cranes in NSW.
SafeWork NSW issued an updated Tower Cranes Code of Practice in 2025. It provides practical guidance for PCBUs on managing WHS risks associated with tower cranes, aligning with WHS Regulation Pts 203–213 on plant management, guarding, operational controls, emergency stops, and maintenance. The code is approved under the NSW Work Health and Safety Act 2011. A new 2025 edition (vs the prior code) indicates a substantive refresh.
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- SafeWork NSW approved Code of Practice for tower cranes (2025 edition), replacing the prior version. Applies to all PCBUs with management or control of tower cranes in NSW.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
NSW Tower Cranes Code of Practice 2025 is a WHS requirement set out in Tower cranes (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Tower cranes > NSW Code of Practice 2025.
What does this WHS obligation require?
NSW Tower Cranes Code of Practice 2025 is a WHS obligation under Tower cranes (FEDERAL). In short, SafeWork NSW approved Code of Practice for tower cranes (2025 edition), replacing the prior version. Applies to all PCBUs with management or control of tower cranes in NSW.
What changed recently?
NSW Tower Cranes Code of Practice 2025 was last updated on 26 August 2026.
