The obligation
The Food Act 2008 covers food activities of a commercial, charitable or community nature, with limited application to primary food production and water suppliers.
A food business includes an activity involving the sale of food whether it is commercial, charitable or community in nature, and even if food is handled or sold on one occasion only. Parts 6, 8 and 9 do not apply to primary food production, and authorised officers may use their Part 5 and 7 functions there only to investigate and prosecute offences or in connection with emergency orders.
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- The Food Act 2008 covers food activities of a commercial, charitable or community nature, with limited application to primary food production and water suppliers.
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- legislation.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Who and What the Food Act 2008 (WA) Applies To is a WHS requirement set out in Food Act 2008 (WA). The relevant provision is Food Act 2008 (WA) > Part 1 — Preliminary / Part 2 — Interpretation § s. 4–5, 10–11.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Who and What the Food Act 2008 (WA) Applies To is a WHS obligation under Food Act 2008 (WA). In short, The Food Act 2008 covers food activities of a commercial, charitable or community nature, with limited application to primary food production and water suppliers.
What changed recently?
Who and What the Food Act 2008 (WA) Applies To was last updated on 19 October 2026.