In 2018, Safe Work Australia a full review of the national model codes of practice were undertaken, the changes were limited to usability, readability and technical accuracy of the codes - no substantial content/policy changes were included.

These codes were commenced on 1 March 2021, the codes that were included in the amended code rollout are as follows:

• How to manage Work Health and Safety risks Code of Practice 2021

• Excavation work Code of Practice 2021

• Safe design of structures Code of Practice 2021

• First Aid in the workplace Code of Practice 2021

• Abrasive blasting Code of Practice 2021

• Confined spaces Code of Practice 2021

• Hazardous manual tasks Code of Practice 2021

• Managing the work environment and facilities Code of Practice 2021

• Demolition work Code of Practice 2021

• How to safely remove asbestos Code of Practice 2021

• Welding processes Code of Practice 2021

• Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work Code of Practice 2021

• Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace Code of Practice 2021

• Work Health and Safety consultation, cooperation and coordination Code of Practice 2021

• Spray painting and powder coating Code of Practice 2021

• Managing electrical risks in the workplace Code of Practice 2021

• Managing the risks of plant in the workplace Code of Practice 2021

• Labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals Code of Practice 2021

• How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace Code of Practice 2021

• Managing the risks of falls at workplaces Code of Practice 2021

• Preparation of safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals Code of Practice 2021

All businesses must do a review of their current documents, processes and procedures to ensure they comply with the updated codes of practice. This upholds a WHS culture within your organisation and will benefit you in the long run.