The obligation
PCBUs must identify hazards and assess risks associated with spray painting and powder coating, applying the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or minimise risks so far as reasonably practicable.
The Code requires PCBUs to systematically identify hazards (chemical, fire/explosion, electrical, noise, UV radiation) arising from spray painting and powder coating and to conduct risk assessments. The hierarchy of controls must be applied: elimination first, then substitution, isolation, engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE as a last resort. Risk assessments must be reviewed when conditions change.
- What
- PCBUs must identify hazards and assess risks associated with spray painting and powder coating, applying the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or minimise risks so far as reasonably practicable.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Hazard identification and risk assessment obligations under the WA Spray Painting CoP is a WHS requirement set out in Spray painting and powder coating (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is WA > WHS > Codes of Practice > Spray Painting and Powder Coating > Risk Management.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Hazard identification and risk assessment obligations under the WA Spray Painting CoP is a WHS obligation under Spray painting and powder coating (WA). In short, PCBUs must identify hazards and assess risks associated with spray painting and powder coating, applying the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or minimise risks so far as reasonably practicable.
What changed recently?
Hazard identification and risk assessment obligations under the WA Spray Painting CoP was last updated on 25 August 2026.
