Navigating the New WHS Regulations 2025 in New South Wales

Everything Employers and PCBUs Need to Know

Work health and safety laws are evolving, and the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations 2025 bring important updates for businesses across New South Wales. At ISOsafe, we’re committed to helping organisations maintain compliance and create safer workplaces under these new requirements.

What’s Changed Under the WHS Regulations 2025?

The new WHS Regulations modernise workplace safety expectations to reflect industry trends, emerging risks, and best practices. Here are the key changes you need to be aware of:

Expanded Psychosocial Hazard Requirements
Employers now have stricter duties to identify and manage psychosocial hazards such as stress, fatigue, bullying, and workload pressures. Stronger documentation and consultation processes are required.

Improved Risk Management Frameworks
The “reasonably practicable” standard for controlling risks has been clarified, with new examples and guidance on applying modern safety controls and technology.

Harmonisation with National Standards
The NSW regulations have been aligned more closely with national WHS codes to remove inconsistencies and make compliance simpler for businesses operating across states.

Increased Reporting and Record-Keeping Obligations
Updated requirements specify clearer timelines for incident reporting, record retention, and evidence of worker consultation.

New Focus on Worker Training and Competency
Certain high-risk industries, including construction, manufacturing, and logistics, must now meet updated competency and refresher training standards.

Enhanced Penalties for Non-Compliance
Breaches now attract significantly higher fines, reflecting the government’s stronger stance on accountability and proactive risk management.

What NSW Businesses Need to Do

If you manage workers or operate as a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU), review your WHS systems immediately. Key steps include:

• Conducting a WHS compliance audit under the new Regulations - need help with this? Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132

• Updating policies, safe work procedures, and induction programs - need help with this? Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132

• Ensuring all risk assessments include psychosocial factors - need help with this? Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132

• Reviewing your incident reporting and consultation records - need help with this? Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132

• Booking updated WHS training for employees and managers - need help with this? Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132

How ISOsafe Can Help

At ISOsafe, we’ve helped hundreds of Australian businesses stay compliant with evolving WHS laws. Our team of safety professionals can audit your existing systems, provide tailored training, and manage your compliance documentation to ensure you meet all regulatory requirements.

Contact ISOsafe Today

Stay ahead of the changes and protect your people, reputation, and business.

Call ISOsafe on 1300 789 132 to book your WHS Compliance Review today.