The obligation
The WA Code of practice on first aid in the workplace is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
It gives practical guidance on achieving the standards required under the WHS Act, the Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 and the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022. Following the code will assist duty holders to achieve compliance with the health and safety duties on its subject matter, but duty holders must still consider all risks associated with work.
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- The WA Code of practice on first aid in the workplace is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
WA Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace – Overview & Legal Status is a WHS requirement set out in First aid in the workplace (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is First aid in the workplace > Overview.
What does this WHS obligation require?
WA Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace – Overview & Legal Status is a WHS obligation under First aid in the workplace (WA). In short, The WA Code of practice on first aid in the workplace is an approved code of practice under section 274 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
What changed recently?
WA Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace – Overview & Legal Status was last updated on 19 October 2026.