Construction

WHS Management for Commercial Construction

Manage complex multi-trade sites with confidence — from high-rise office towers to retail fit-outs.

Commercial construction spans office buildings, retail centres, warehouses and mixed-use developments. These projects involve multiple subcontractors working at height, operating cranes and handling precast concrete elements, all of which demand rigorous coordination. The scale and complexity of commercial sites mean that a single lapse in communication between trades can lead to serious incidents. A structured WHS management system ensures principal contractor duties are met and every worker goes home safe.

Key Hazards

Multi-storey falls from formwork, edges and penetrationsCrane operations and suspended loadsPrecast concrete lifting and placementSubcontractor coordination failuresConfined space entry in basements and service risersNoise exposure from concrete cutting and power tools

Regulatory Requirements

HRCW Categories

Heights >2 m, crane operations, confined spaces, energised electrical work

Principal Contractor

Required for all commercial construction projects valued at $250,000 or more

Section 26A Codes (binding 1 July 2026)
Construction WorkFallsConfined SpacesPlant RisksNoise

SWMS Required

Working At HeightsCrane OperationsConfined SpacesScaffoldingConcrete WorkFormwork

Related Sectors

Civil InfrastructureScaffoldingFit Out Refurbishment

Need Help with Commercial Construction WHS?

We help principal contractors and builders establish compliant WHS systems, SWMS and site-specific safety plans for commercial projects.

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