The obligation
Duty holders must identify and control hazardous substances (including crystalline silica >1% in abrasive blasting media) in metal casting operations under the OHS Regulations 2017.
The Code requires duty holders to manage risks from hazardous substances encountered in metal casting, including molten metal fumes, binders, and silica-containing materials. Abrasive blasting media with more than 1% crystalline silica is prohibited (OHS Regulations r153, Schedule 6). Duty holders must assess exposures, implement controls in the hierarchy of controls, provide health monitoring where required, and maintain safety data sheets and records.
- What
- Duty holders must identify and control hazardous substances (including crystalline silica >1% in abrasive blasting media) in metal casting operations under the OHS Regulations 2017.
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- worksafe.vic.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Control of Hazardous Substances in Metal Casting Workplaces is a WHS requirement set out in Metal casting (VIC). It is made under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is OHS Act 2004 (Vic) > Compliance Codes > Metal Casting > Hazardous Substances § Part covering hazardous substances / r153.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Control of Hazardous Substances in Metal Casting Workplaces is a WHS obligation under Metal casting (VIC). In short, Duty holders must identify and control hazardous substances (including crystalline silica >1% in abrasive blasting media) in metal casting operations under the OHS Regulations 2017.
What changed recently?
Control of Hazardous Substances in Metal Casting Workplaces was last updated on 3 September 2026.
