The obligation
PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, training, instruction or supervision needed to protect people from risks arising from their work.
Supervision must be suitable and adequate where a worker uses, generates or handles hazardous chemicals, works on a hazardous chemical storage or handling system, or is likely to be exposed to a hazardous chemical. It must have regard to the risks of the activity and the information, training and instruction required under WHS Regulation clause 39. Where a PCBU engages a contractor to spray paint at a workplace, it must work with the contractor to coordinate management of the risks.
- What
- PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, training, instruction or supervision needed to protect people from risks arising from their work.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Information, training, instruction and supervision for workers is a WHS requirement set out in Spray painting and powder coating (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety > Codes of Practice > Spray Painting and Powder Coating > Training and Supervision.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Information, training, instruction and supervision for workers is a WHS obligation under Spray painting and powder coating (NSW). In short, PCBUs must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, training, instruction or supervision needed to protect people from risks arising from their work.
What changed recently?
Information, training, instruction and supervision for workers was last updated on 19 October 2026.