The obligation
Suppliers must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that plant has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the OHS Regulations before it is supplied.
Part 2 of the code covers the duties of designers, manufacturers and suppliers. It includes a section explaining how to comply with the supplier duty under regulation 53 of the OHS Regulations. Part 2 also addresses eliminating or reducing the need to enter the space, and entry and exit.
- What
- Suppliers must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that plant has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the OHS Regulations before it is supplied.
- Source
- worksafe.vic.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Designer, manufacturer and supplier duties under the confined spaces code is a WHS requirement set out in Confined spaces (VIC). It is made under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is Part 2 – Duties of designers, manufacturers and suppliers.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Designer, manufacturer and supplier duties under the confined spaces code is a WHS obligation under Confined spaces (VIC). In short, Suppliers must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that plant has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the OHS Regulations before it is supplied.
What changed recently?
Designer, manufacturer and supplier duties under the confined spaces code was last updated on 19 October 2026.