The obligation
Mine operators must ensure their MSMS contains all elements required by the WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022, as detailed in the Code of Practice information sheet on MSMS content.
The WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022 prescribe the required content of a Mine Safety Management System. The Code of Practice, together with its 'Content of mine safety management system' information sheet, specifies the mandatory elements mine operators must include (hazard identification, risk controls, emergency plans, competency requirements, etc.). Non-compliance with the required MSMS content constitutes a breach of the Regulations.
- What
- Mine operators must ensure their MSMS contains all elements required by the WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022, as detailed in the Code of Practice information sheet on MSMS content.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
MSMS required content under WHS Mines Regulations 2022 is a WHS requirement set out in Mine safety management system (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is Mine Safety > Management Systems > MSMS Required Content.
What does this WHS obligation require?
MSMS required content under WHS Mines Regulations 2022 is a WHS obligation under Mine safety management system (WA). In short, Mine operators must ensure their MSMS contains all elements required by the WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022, as detailed in the Code of Practice information sheet on MSMS content.
What changed recently?
MSMS required content under WHS Mines Regulations 2022 was last updated on 26 August 2026.
