Australian Manufacturing Compliance Checklist
Complete inspection checklist covering WHS Act 2011 workplace safety, AS/NZS 4024 machine safety, AS 1851 fire protection, and EPA environmental compliance. Be audit-ready for SafeWork inspections.
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Australian manufacturers must comply with WHS Act 2011, AS/NZS 4024 machine safety, AS 1851 fire protection, and EPA environmental regulations - each with different frequencies and documentation needs.
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Complete Australian Compliance Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure your Australian manufacturing facility meets all regulatory requirements. Click any section to expand or collapse.
Essential Fire Safety Measures
Fire Detection & Alarm (AS 1851)
Fire Suppression Systems
Emergency Preparedness
Machine Guarding
Emergency Stop Systems
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Conveyor & Material Handling
Risk Assessment & Management
WHS Committee
Hazardous Manual Tasks
Incident Management
Fixed Electrical Installation
Portable Equipment (AS/NZS 3760)
High Voltage Systems (if applicable)
Air Quality & Emissions
Waste Management
Water & Effluent
Hazardous Substances
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Machine Monitoring
Environmental Monitoring
Energy & Utilities
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This checklist is based on Australian Standards including WHS Act 2011, AS/NZS 4024 Series, AS 1851:2012, AS/NZS 3760:2022, and State EPA regulations. Requirements may vary by state, facility type, and EPA licence conditions. Always verify specific requirements with SafeWork Australia and your State EPA.
Sources
- Safe Work Australia - WHS Act 2011
- AS/NZS 4024 Series - Safety of Machinery
- AS 1851:2012 Fire Protection Maintenance
- AS/NZS 3760:2022 Electrical Equipment Testing
- National Construction Code (NCC 2022)
- State EPA Environmental Regulations
Last updated: February 2026