Rural plant Code of Practice 2024
On 23 September 2024, the Rural plant Code of Practice 2024 (PDF, 1.73 MB) (the Code) commenced as an approved code of practice under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
The purpose of the Code is to help reduce the risk of injuries and fatalities by providing guidance on working safely with rural plant on Queensland farms.
The Code also supports the agricultural industry to meet its work health and safety legislative obligations.
The Code replaces the revoked Rural plant Code of Practice 2004 and the revoked Safe design and operation of tractors Code of Practice 2005. Information about tractor safety is incorporated into the Rural plant Code of Practice 2024.
The Code includes guidance on:
- technology, including the use of drones, quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles
- how to consult, cooperate and coordinate activities with other duty holders
- requirements for high risk work licences for certain plant.
More information
Check out the Unpacking the Rural plant Code of Practice educational video series which helps break down key elements of the Code.
Learn more about the Rural plant Code of Practice review.
Download the Rural plant Code of Practice 2024 communications kit. (PDF, 2.56 MB)