The obligation
The code applies to all NSW construction site workplaces covered by the WHS Act 2011 where powered moving plant is used, excluding mines. It covers all PCBUs, principal contractors, workers, and designers.
The 2025 code applies to all workplaces covered by the NSW WHS Act 2011 where moving plant is used at construction sites, except mines. 'Moving plant' means powered moving plant. Duty holders include PCBUs, principal contractors, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, and workers. The code supersedes the pre-WHS legislation 2004 WorkCover code and must now be read alongside the WHS Act 2011 and WHS Regulation 2017.
- What
- The code applies to all NSW construction site workplaces covered by the WHS Act 2011 where powered moving plant is used, excluding mines. It covers all PCBUs, principal contractors, workers, and designers.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Scope: 2025 code applies to all NSW construction sites (excluding mines) is a WHS requirement set out in Moving plant on construction sites (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is WHS Act 2011 (NSW) > Codes of Practice > Construction > Moving Plant § s.1.3.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Scope: 2025 code applies to all NSW construction sites (excluding mines) is a WHS obligation under Moving plant on construction sites (NSW). In short, The code applies to all NSW construction site workplaces covered by the WHS Act 2011 where powered moving plant is used, excluding mines. It covers all PCBUs, principal contractors, workers, and designers.
What changed recently?
Scope: 2025 code applies to all NSW construction sites (excluding mines) was last updated on 3 September 2026.
