The obligation
A PCBU directing work must provide PPE to workers unless another PCBU has, and must train them in its use, storage and maintenance.
These duties apply where personal protective equipment is to be used to minimise risks to health and safety. A PCBU who directs the carrying out of work at a workplace must provide PPE to the workers carrying out the work, unless another PCBU has provided it. Contravening this is an offence, with a fine of up to $10,000 for an individual and up to $50,000 for any other person.
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- A PCBU directing work must provide PPE to workers unless another PCBU has, and must train them in its use, storage and maintenance.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Personal protective equipment duties is a WHS requirement set out in Health and Safety at Work (General Risk and Workplace Management) Regulations 2016 (NZ). It is made under Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (NZ). The relevant provision is Part 1 > Personal protective equipment § 15-20.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Personal protective equipment duties is a WHS obligation under Health and Safety at Work (General Risk and Workplace Management) Regulations 2016 (NZ). In short, A PCBU directing work must provide PPE to workers unless another PCBU has, and must train them in its use, storage and maintenance.
What changed recently?
Personal protective equipment duties was last updated on 9 October 2026.
