Mining & resources compliance in Western Australia
Federal + WA-specific compliance obligations for mining & resources businesses operating in Western Australia.
7
Total obligations
1
WA-specific
5
WA regulators
WA-specific obligations
Federal obligations also applicable
Comply with the respirable crystalline silica workplace exposure limit (0.05 mg/m³)
From 1 December 2026 the 0.05 mg/m³ silica standard becomes a legally binding workplace exposure limit (WEL).
Report cyber security incidents to ASD (SOCI)
Critical infrastructure asset operators must report critical incidents within 12 hours and other incidents within 72 hours.
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act compliance
Offshore petroleum + gas operators regulated by NOPSEMA.
Maintain mining rehabilitation bonds + closure plans
State mining regimes require financial assurance bonds for site rehabilitation.
Hold a High Risk Work Licence for HRWL classes
Forklift, crane, scaffolding, dogging, rigging, EWP and other high-risk work requires a HRWL.
Comply with Water Act 2007 (Cwlth) + state water entitlements
Federal Water Act + state water Acts govern water entitlement + use.
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See national mining & resources compliance for the full federal picture.