The obligation
A business must comply with an approved code of practice, or manage risks differently in a way that provides an equivalent or higher standard of health and safety.
Section 26A requires a person conducting a business or undertaking to comply with a code of practice approved by the Minister, or to manage hazards and risks differently in a way that provides an equivalent or higher standard. Under section 274, the Minister may approve, vary or revoke codes of practice, and an approval, variation or revocation has no effect unless the Minister gives notice of its making.
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- What
- A business must comply with an approved code of practice, or manage risks differently in a way that provides an equivalent or higher standard of health and safety.
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- legislation.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Approved Codes of Practice — legal status and obligation is a WHS requirement set out in Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) > s 26A; Part 14 — General > ss 274–275 § 26A, 274-275.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Approved Codes of Practice — legal status and obligation is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). In short, A business must comply with an approved code of practice, or manage risks differently in a way that provides an equivalent or higher standard of health and safety.
What changed recently?
Approved Codes of Practice — legal status and obligation was last updated on 19 October 2026.