The obligation
PCBUs must manage risks associated with plant and structures, including design registration, item registration, and operator/maintenance requirements under Chapter 5.
Chapter 5 of the WHS Regulation 2011 (Qld) imposes duties on PCBUs who design, manufacture, import, supply, install, or use plant and structures. Key obligations include registration of plant designs and individual items, safe operation and maintenance, record-keeping, and decommissioning. The Code of Practice: Managing risks of plant in the workplace 2021 supplements these requirements.
- What
- PCBUs must manage risks associated with plant and structures, including design registration, item registration, and operator/maintenance requirements under Chapter 5.
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- legislation.qld.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Plant and Structures – WHS Regulation 2011 is a WHS requirement set out in Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 > Chapter 5 – Plant and Structures § Ch 5.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Plant and Structures – WHS Regulation 2011 is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (QLD). In short, PCBUs must manage risks associated with plant and structures, including design registration, item registration, and operator/maintenance requirements under Chapter 5.
What changed recently?
Plant and Structures – WHS Regulation 2011 was last updated on 26 August 2026.
