12/08/2026
Plant spotters aren’t “nice to have” on Victorian sites—they’re often a legal requirement and a practical control for high-risk plant movements. If you’re a supervisor, contractor, or operator, knowing when spotters are required helps you manage risk, protect workers, and avoid competency gaps that can hit you during audits or incidents. In this article, we break down the key triggers and what “competent, ticketed, site-ready” looks like in the real world across Victoria. It’s the kind of compliance clarity you can take back to your site straight away.
https://allabouttrainingandsafety.com.au/when-are-plant-spotters-required/