A person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) who has management or control of electrical equipment, including electrical installations, has a duty under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act) to eliminate electrical risks or, if that is not reasonably practicable, minimise the risks so far as is reasonably practicable.
This Code is not intended for people carrying out electrical work. Carrying out electrical work is covered under the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991 (ELR) and regulated by Building and Energy.
The Work Health and Safety Regulations 2022 do not modify or otherwise change licensing or registration requirements under Western Australia’s electrical licensing laws. Any PCBU or worker conducting electrical work must comply with the requirements of the ELR and guidance material developed by Building and Energy.