The obligation
The housing construction falls compliance code, published on 11 October 2018, replaced the Prevention of falls in general construction code of practice, 2004.
The code is based on the old code and is designed to be easy to read and use, align with the OHS Regulations 2017, reflect modern work practices and state of knowledge, and align with other updated compliance codes. Part 3 focuses on working at heights above two metres, and information about falls from two metres or less appears in Part 4. Part 4 includes detailed guidance on the safe and unsafe use of stilts.
- What
- The housing construction falls compliance code, published on 11 October 2018, replaced the Prevention of falls in general construction code of practice, 2004.
- Source
- worksafe.vic.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Code replaces the 2004 general construction falls code is a WHS requirement set out in Falls in housing construction (VIC). It is made under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is Compliance Code: Prevention of Falls in Housing Construction.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Code replaces the 2004 general construction falls code is a WHS obligation under Falls in housing construction (VIC). In short, The housing construction falls compliance code, published on 11 October 2018, replaced the Prevention of falls in general construction code of practice, 2004.
What changed recently?
Code replaces the 2004 general construction falls code was last updated on 19 October 2026.