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Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders

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QLD Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) > Part 7 — Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders
The obligation
A WHS entry permit holder may enter a workplace to inquire into a suspected contravention of the Act or the Electrical Safety Act 2002 affecting a relevant worker.
Notice of entry must be given during usual working hours at least 24 hours, but not more than 14 days, before entry. If the permit holder reasonably believes a relevant worker faces a serious risk from an immediate or imminent hazard, notice may be given as soon as reasonably practicable after entering. …
What
A WHS entry permit holder may enter a workplace to inquire into a suspected contravention of the Act or the Electrical Safety Act 2002 affecting a relevant worker.
Source
legislation.qld.gov.au

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Which WHS law does this come from?

Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders 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 7 — Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders.

What does this WHS obligation require?

Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). In short, A WHS entry permit holder may enter a workplace to inquire into a suspected contravention of the Act or the Electrical Safety Act 2002 affecting a relevant worker.

What changed recently?

Workplace entry by WHS entry permit holders was last updated on 9 October 2026.

About this Topic

JurisdictionQLD
CountryAustralia
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First seenOct 2026