The obligation
PCBUs must ensure structural integrity is maintained at all stages of steel erection, including adequate temporary bracing and sequencing of construction activities.
The code requires PCBUs to maintain structural integrity throughout erection. This includes ensuring temporary bracing is installed and maintained as specified by the structural engineer, controlling erection sequencing to prevent premature loading or instability, verifying concrete footing strength before columns are loaded, and ensuring holding-down bolts can accommodate overturning forces. Structural engineers must indicate these requirements on drawings.
- What
- PCBUs must ensure structural integrity is maintained at all stages of steel erection, including adequate temporary bracing and sequencing of construction activities.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Structural Integrity Requirements During Steel Erection is a WHS requirement set out in Steel construction code of practice 2004 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Steel construction code of practice 2004 > Structural Integrity.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Structural Integrity Requirements During Steel Erection is a WHS obligation under Steel construction code of practice 2004 (QLD). In short, PCBUs must ensure structural integrity is maintained at all stages of steel erection, including adequate temporary bracing and sequencing of construction activities.
What changed recently?
Structural Integrity Requirements During Steel Erection was last updated on 26 August 2026.
