The obligation
PCBUs with management or control of confined spaces must manage risks, issue entry permits, provide signage, communication, atmospheric controls, and emergency procedures under Part 4.3.
Part 4.3 imposes duties on PCBUs for confined spaces including risk management, entry permits, signage, communication and safety monitoring, plant and service controls, atmospheric and fire/explosion controls, emergency procedures, and worker training and instruction. Non-compliance carries significant risk of serious injury or death.
- What
- PCBUs with management or control of confined spaces must manage risks, issue entry permits, provide signage, communication, atmospheric controls, and emergency procedures under Part 4.3.
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Confined Spaces – Duties and Entry Permit Requirements is a WHS requirement set out in Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 > Chapter 4 > Part 4.3 § Part 4.3.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Confined Spaces – Duties and Entry Permit Requirements is a WHS obligation under Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WA). In short, PCBUs with management or control of confined spaces must manage risks, issue entry permits, provide signage, communication, atmospheric controls, and emergency procedures under Part 4.3.
What changed recently?
Confined Spaces – Duties and Entry Permit Requirements was last updated on 31 July 2026.
