The obligation
The code mandates a structured risk management approach — hazard identification, risk assessment, and control — for all drilling operations under the MSI Act 1994.
Part 1 of the code requires persons conducting drilling operations to systematically identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls using the hierarchy of controls. This obligation applies to all phases of drilling activity, from site selection through to demobilisation. Remote location drilling in WA presents additional risk factors that must be specifically considered.
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- What
- The code mandates a structured risk management approach — hazard identification, risk assessment, and control — for all drilling operations under the MSI Act 1994.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Risk Management Approach for Exploration Drilling Operations is a WHS requirement set out in Mineral exploration drilling (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is Mineral Exploration Drilling > Risk Management § Part 1.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Risk Management Approach for Exploration Drilling Operations is a WHS obligation under Mineral exploration drilling (WA). In short, The code mandates a structured risk management approach — hazard identification, risk assessment, and control — for all drilling operations under the MSI Act 1994.
What changed recently?
Risk Management Approach for Exploration Drilling Operations was last updated on 26 August 2026.
