The obligation
Designers of plant, buildings or structures to be used at or as workplaces must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the design is safe.
Under section 27, a designer of plant to be used at a workplace must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, it is designed to be safe for its designed purpose, carry out necessary testing and examination, and give adequate information on its purpose, test results and conditions for safe use. Under section 28, a designer of a building or structure to be used as a workplace must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, it is designed to be safe for people using it as a workplace.
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- Designers of plant, buildings or structures to be used at or as workplaces must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the design is safe.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Duties of designers of plant, buildings and structures is a WHS requirement set out in Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is Part 3 > Division 5 > ss 27–28 § 27-28.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Duties of designers of plant, buildings and structures is a WHS obligation under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). In short, Designers of plant, buildings or structures to be used at or as workplaces must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the design is safe.
What changed recently?
Duties of designers of plant, buildings and structures was last updated on 11 October 2026.
