The obligation
PCBUs with hazardous chemicals at the workplace must comply with this approved code under WHS Act 2020 (WA). Following the code provides a defence in WHS proceedings.
The Code applies to any PCBU that uses, handles, generates, or stores hazardous chemicals at a workplace. A hazardous chemical is any substance, mixture or article meeting one or more GHS hazard-class criteria. Compliance with the code assists duty-holders to satisfy obligations under the WHS Act 2020 (WA) and WHS (General) Regulations 2022. Failure to follow the code is not an offence, but non-compliance may be used as evidence in proceedings.
- What
- PCBUs with hazardous chemicals at the workplace must comply with this approved code under WHS Act 2020 (WA). Following the code provides a defence in WHS proceedings.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Scope and duty-holder obligations under the Code 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?
Scope and duty-holder obligations under the Code is a WHS obligation under Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace (WA). In short, PCBUs with hazardous chemicals at the workplace must comply with this approved code under WHS Act 2020 (WA). Following the code provides a defence in WHS proceedings.
What changed recently?
Scope and duty-holder obligations under the Code was last updated on 27 August 2026.
