Under Managing the work environment and facilities · made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011

Construction workplaces — specific facilities requirements

Code legislation date 1 Jul 2026 From Managing the work environment and facilities, no changes tracked yet

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NSW · Work Health & Safety Work Health & Safety > Codes of Practice > Work Environment & Facilities > Construction

The obligation

The Code cross-references the Construction Work Code of Practice for specific toilet, eating, and personal storage numbers required at construction workplaces.

The Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code directs PCBUs at construction workplaces to the Code of Practice: Construction Work for additional specific guidance on the minimum number of toilets, eating facilities, and personal storage required. Construction PCBUs must meet both Codes. Housekeeping duties include keeping access ways clear, safe storage of materials, management of temporary electrical cables, and ensuring lighting supports safe evacuation.

What: The Code cross-references the Construction Work Code of Practice for specific toilet, eating, and personal storage numbers required at construction workplaces.
Source: safework.nsw.gov.au

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Frequently asked questions

Which WHS law does this come from?

Construction workplaces — specific facilities requirements is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the work environment and facilities (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is Work Health & Safety > Codes of Practice > Work Environment & Facilities > Construction.

What does this WHS obligation require?

Construction workplaces — specific facilities requirements is a WHS obligation under Managing the work environment and facilities (NSW). In short, The Code cross-references the Construction Work Code of Practice for specific toilet, eating, and personal storage numbers required at construction workplaces.

What changed recently?

Construction workplaces — specific facilities requirements was last updated on 6 October 2026.

Where this sits

Managing the work environment and facilities Work Health and Safety Act 2011 New South Wales Australia

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First seenOct 2026