The obligation
The Code is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, giving practical guidance on meeting WHS Act and Regulation standards.
Under section 26A of the WHS Act, duty holders must comply with an approved code of practice or follow another method, such as a technical or industry standard, that provides an equivalent or higher standard of work health and safety. Codes of practice are admissible in court proceedings, and courts may rely on them in deciding what is reasonably practicable.
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- What
- The Code is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, giving practical guidance on meeting WHS Act and Regulation standards.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Status of the Code as an approved code of practice is a WHS requirement set out in Spray painting and powder coating 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Spray painting and powder coating 2021 > Legal status.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Status of the Code as an approved code of practice is a WHS obligation under Spray painting and powder coating 2021 (QLD). In short, The Code is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, giving practical guidance on meeting WHS Act and Regulation standards.
What changed recently?
Status of the Code as an approved code of practice was last updated on 19 October 2026.