The obligation
A self-employed person's duties under the Regulations apply only to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, others are not exposed to risks from their undertaking.
Regulation 8 deals with independent contractors and regulation 11 with the duties of self-employed persons.
- What
- A self-employed person's duties under the Regulations apply only to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, others are not exposed to risks from their undertaking.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Duties of self-employed persons is a WHS requirement set out in Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (VIC). It is made under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 > Part 1.1 – Introductory matters.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Duties of self-employed persons is a WHS obligation under Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (VIC). In short, A self-employed person's duties under the Regulations apply only to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, others are not exposed to risks from their undertaking.
What changed recently?
Duties of self-employed persons was last updated on 19 October 2026.