Construction

WHS Management for Fit-Out & Refurbishment

Manage hazards in occupied buildings where construction meets everyday business operations.

Fit-out and refurbishment work takes place inside existing buildings, often while the building remains partially occupied by tenants, staff or the public. Any building constructed before 2003 may contain asbestos in wall linings, ceiling tiles, floor adhesives and pipe lagging, making an asbestos register review mandatory before work begins. Noise, dust and chemical fumes from coatings must be managed to protect both workers and building occupants. A tailored WHS approach ensures your fit-out projects comply with WHS Regulation 2025 while minimising disruption to the occupied spaces around you.

Key Hazards

Asbestos disturbance in pre-2003 buildingsWorking in occupied and shared spacesNoise impact on workers and building occupantsDust and airborne particulates from demolition and cuttingElectrical contact during services modificationsFalls from heights during ceiling and mezzanine work

Regulatory Requirements

HRCW Categories

Heights >2 m, energised electrical work, asbestos removal

Principal Contractor

Required where project is valued at $250,000 or more

Section 26A Codes (binding 1 July 2026)
Construction WorkFallsElectrical RisksAsbestos

SWMS Required

Working At HeightsElectrical WorkAsbestos RemovalManual Handling

Related Sectors

DemolitionCommercial ConstructionResidential Building

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