The obligation
Plant must not be commissioned unless the duty holder has established it is, so far as reasonably practicable, without risks to health and safety (WHS Reg 204).
WHS Regulation 204 (NT) requires a person with management or control of plant to ensure plant is not commissioned unless risks have been assessed and the person installing or commissioning it is competent. The duty holder must confirm safe installation, adequate guarding, and compliance with design registration requirements before first use.
- What
- Plant must not be commissioned unless the duty holder has established it is, so far as reasonably practicable, without risks to health and safety (WHS Reg 204).
- Source
- worksafe.nt.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Commissioning plant — pre-commissioning safety obligations is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risks of plant in the workplace (NT). It is made under Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT). The relevant provision is Managing the risks of plant in the workplace > Installation & Commissioning § 3.2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Commissioning plant — pre-commissioning safety obligations is a WHS obligation under Managing the risks of plant in the workplace (NT). In short, Plant must not be commissioned unless the duty holder has established it is, so far as reasonably practicable, without risks to health and safety (WHS Reg 204).
What changed recently?
Commissioning plant — pre-commissioning safety obligations was last updated on 26 August 2026.
