The obligation
PCBUs must identify, assess, and control risks before any confined space entry under the WHS (General) Regulations 2022 (WA) and the Confined Spaces Code of Practice.
Under the WHS (General) Regulations 2022 (WA), PCBUs must manage all risks associated with confined spaces at their workplace.
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- PCBUs must identify, assess, and control risks before any confined space entry under the WHS (General) Regulations 2022 (WA) and the Confined Spaces Code of Practice.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
PCBU Duty to Manage Confined Space Risks is a WHS requirement set out in Confined spaces (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is WHS (General) Regulations 2022 (WA) § 5, 77.
What does this WHS obligation require?
PCBU Duty to Manage Confined Space Risks is a WHS obligation under Confined spaces (WA). In short, PCBUs must identify, assess, and control risks before any confined space entry under the WHS (General) Regulations 2022 (WA) and the Confined Spaces Code of Practice.
What changed recently?
PCBU Duty to Manage Confined Space Risks was last updated on 8 October 2026.
