The explanatory statement explains the intended operation of the current version of the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations, dated 1 August 2023. 

For information on the WHS laws in your jurisdiction, please refer to the law in your state or territory.

Older versions

Safe Work Australia publishes all historical versions of the model WHS Regulations explanatory statement on the Amendments to the model WHS laws page.

Related information

Model WHS Regulations