The obligation
A business with management or control of a workplace must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the workplace and its entry and exit are without risks to any person.
Section 20 covers a person conducting a business or undertaking to the extent the business involves the management or control of the workplace, in whole or in part. It does not include the occupier of a residence, unless the residence is occupied for the purposes of the business or undertaking, or a prescribed person. The duty covers the workplace, the means of entering and exiting it, and anything arising from the workplace.
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- What
- A business with management or control of a workplace must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the workplace and its entry and exit are without risks to any person.
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- legislation.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Duty of businesses that manage or control workplaces, fixtures, fittings or plant 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) > Part 2 — Health and safety duties > ss 20–21 § 20-21.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Duty of businesses that manage or control workplaces, fixtures, fittings or plant is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). In short, A business with management or control of a workplace must ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the workplace and its entry and exit are without risks to any person.
What changed recently?
Duty of businesses that manage or control workplaces, fixtures, fittings or plant was last updated on 8 October 2026.
