The obligation
PCBUs must provide formwork workers with suitable, adequate and understandable information, training, instruction and supervision, including general construction induction training.
Under WHS Act section 19(3)(f), a PCBU must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the information, training, instruction or supervision needed to protect all persons from work risks. Under WHS Regulation section 39(2) and (3), it must be suitable and adequate for the nature of the work, its risks and the control measures, and be readily understandable.
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- PCBUs must provide formwork workers with suitable, adequate and understandable information, training, instruction and supervision, including general construction induction training.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Information, Training, Instruction and Supervision for Formwork Activities is a WHS requirement set out in Formwork code of practice 2016 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is WHS Act 2011 (Qld) > Codes of Practice > Formwork.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Information, Training, Instruction and Supervision for Formwork Activities is a WHS obligation under Formwork code of practice 2016 (QLD). In short, PCBUs must provide formwork workers with suitable, adequate and understandable information, training, instruction and supervision, including general construction induction training.
What changed recently?
Information, Training, Instruction and Supervision for Formwork Activities was last updated on 19 October 2026.