The obligation
PCBUs must eliminate fall risks so far as is reasonably practicable; if not, minimise using the hierarchy of controls including physical barriers, fall-arrest systems, and safe work procedures.
The Code requires PCBUs to apply the hierarchy of controls to fall hazards in housing construction. Priority is elimination (e.g. pre-fabrication at ground level), then substitution, isolation (edge protection, scaffolding), engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE (fall-arrest harnesses). Duty-holders must conduct risk assessments and document control measures for work at heights above 2 metres.
- What
- PCBUs must eliminate fall risks so far as is reasonably practicable; if not, minimise using the hierarchy of controls including physical barriers, fall-arrest systems, and safe work procedures.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Duty to manage fall risks — hierarchy of controls is a WHS requirement set out in Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (TAS). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (TAS). The relevant provision is Code > Risk Management § 2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Duty to manage fall risks — hierarchy of controls is a WHS obligation under Managing the risk of falls in housing construction (TAS). In short, PCBUs must eliminate fall risks so far as is reasonably practicable; if not, minimise using the hierarchy of controls including physical barriers, fall-arrest systems, and safe work procedures.
What changed recently?
Duty to manage fall risks — hierarchy of controls was last updated on 27 August 2026.
