The obligation
Operators of resource activities and certain ERAs must maintain approved financial assurance and rehabilitation cost estimates under the EP Regulation 2019.
The EP Regulation 2019 (amended by the Environmental Protection (Financial Provisioning) and Other Legislation Amendment Regulation 2019) imposes obligations on resource activity operators and ERA holders to lodge financial assurance and maintain current rehabilitation cost estimates (RCEs). Requirements cover the form, quantum, and timing of assurance, as well as consequences for non-compliance. Applies primarily to mining, petroleum, and geothermal operators in Queensland.
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- Operators of resource activities and certain ERAs must maintain approved financial assurance and rehabilitation cost estimates under the EP Regulation 2019.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Financial Provisioning — Rehabilitation Cost Estimates & Financial Assurance is a WHS requirement set out in Environmental Protection Regulation 2019 (QLD). It is made under Environmental Protection Act 1994 (QLD). The relevant provision is Environmental Protection Regulation 2019 > Chapter 5 — Financial Provisioning.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Financial Provisioning — Rehabilitation Cost Estimates & Financial Assurance is a WHS obligation under Environmental Protection Regulation 2019 (QLD). In short, Operators of resource activities and certain ERAs must maintain approved financial assurance and rehabilitation cost estimates under the EP Regulation 2019.
What changed recently?
Financial Provisioning — Rehabilitation Cost Estimates & Financial Assurance was last updated on 26 August 2026.
