The obligation
Temporary work platforms such as scaffolds, elevating work platforms and step platforms are fall prevention devices commonly used in housing construction.
Under WHS Regulation clause 225, a scaffold from which a person or object could fall more than 4 metres must not be used unless a competent person has inspected it and confirmed in writing that it is complete. After repairs, a scaffold must be re-inspected by a competent person before use resumes, and unauthorised access to incomplete, unattended scaffolding must be prevented. The design of certain plant, such as prefabricated scaffolding, must be registered before use.
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- Temporary work platforms such as scaffolds, elevating work platforms and step platforms are fall prevention devices commonly used in housing construction.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Temporary work platforms and scaffold inspection is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is WHS Act 2011 (NSW) > Codes of Practice > Managing the Risk of Falls in Housing Construction.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Temporary work platforms and scaffold inspection is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (NSW). In short, Temporary work platforms such as scaffolds, elevating work platforms and step platforms are fall prevention devices commonly used in housing construction.
What changed recently?
Temporary work platforms and scaffold inspection was last updated on 19 October 2026.