The obligation
PCBUs must have emergency plans and response procedures for spills, leaks, fires, and other incidents involving hazardous chemicals.
The Code requires PCBUs to develop and implement emergency plans addressing foreseeable incidents involving hazardous chemicals, such as spills, leaks, fires, or explosions. Plans must identify emergency response procedures, evacuation routes, roles and responsibilities, and first-aid measures. Emergency services must be able to access the manifest and SDS. Workers must be trained in emergency procedures. Plans must be reviewed and tested periodically.
- What
- PCBUs must have emergency plans and response procedures for spills, leaks, fires, and other incidents involving hazardous chemicals.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Emergency preparedness and response for hazardous chemical incidents is a WHS requirement set out in Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is WHS Act 2020 (WA) > WHS (General) Regulations 2022 > Code of Practice.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Emergency preparedness and response for hazardous chemical incidents is a WHS obligation under Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace (WA). In short, PCBUs must have emergency plans and response procedures for spills, leaks, fires, and other incidents involving hazardous chemicals.
What changed recently?
Emergency preparedness and response for hazardous chemical incidents was last updated on 27 August 2026.
