The obligation
Designers of plant and structures have an important role in eliminating and minimising the risk of falls at the design stage.
Designers or constructors of buildings or structures must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, that workers in construction, use or later maintenance are not exposed to risks of work at height. The design stage should consider the whole life cycle of the plant or structure, from manufacture and use through to demolition and disposal. Plant design measures could include steps and handrails on vehicles and safe access for workers maintaining, repairing or cleaning plant.
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- Designers of plant and structures have an important role in eliminating and minimising the risk of falls at the design stage.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Designers of plant and structures eliminating fall risks is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risk of falls at workplaces 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health & Safety > Hazard Management > Falls from Height > Safe Design.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Designers of plant and structures eliminating fall risks is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls at workplaces 2021 (QLD). In short, Designers of plant and structures have an important role in eliminating and minimising the risk of falls at the design stage.
What changed recently?
Designers of plant and structures eliminating fall risks was last updated on 19 October 2026.