Installing solar photo-voltaic (solar PV), battery or wind turbine equipment is electrical installing work in most cases. The Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991 (ELR) defines electrical...
This General Inspection (Snapshot) Report Nine (GIR9) was undertaken to assess how well the Management and Supervision Policy and Management and Supervision Questionnaire are working in practice. The objective of GIR9 was to assess whether claims being made by applicants could be supported by evidence to ensure the policy is an effective tool for assessing these important registration requirements.
Bidet douche toilet seats and toilet pans with integral douche sprays are becoming more popular. This technical note clarifies the installation requirements and in particular the backflow protection provisions which have changed with the adoption of the Plumbing Code of Australia 2022.
Compliance with the WAER is mandatory under Regulation 49 of the Western Australian Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991. The WAER should be read with the Electricity Regulations 1947, Part VIII...
From 1 July 2024, new laws in Western Australia will require building engineers to be registered by the Building Services Board (the Board) to carry out, or contract with consumers to carry out,...
This industry bulletin is to remind builders that adequate arrangements are required to be in place to ensure the building service is managed and supervised in a proficient manner.
This application form is used to apply for a Class I gasfitting permit. The state’s obtaining a Class I gasfitting permit policy review is complete and the new requirements came into effect from 1...
This Industry Bulletin brings to the attention of builders the importance of: completing building work in accordance with the plans and specifications referenced on the relevant certificate of design compliance (the approved plans); properly consulting prior to proceeding with work which differs from the approved plans (changes); and consulting with the appropriate building professional when it appears the approval varies from the requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
How to restore your Restricted Electrical Licence (Disconnect/Reconnect) Expired up to two years To restore a restricted electrical licence (disconnect/reconnect) that has been expired up to two...
How to restore your expired Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic’s Restricted Electrical Licence Expired up to two years To restore a refrigeration & air-conditioning mechanic’s...
How to restore your expired electrician’s licence (endorsed electrical fitting work only) Expired up to two years To restore an electrician’s licence (endorsed electrical fitting work only) that has...
How to restore your expired electrician’s licence Expired up to two years To restore an electrician’s licence that has been expired up to two years you can use our online restoration service. To use...
This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board (the Board) requires to be met before issuing a Restricted Electrical Licence (REL) to carry out electrical work confined to the disconnect and reconnect of type B gasfitting appliances.
This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board (the Board) requires to be met before issuing a Restricted Electrical Licence (REL) to carry out electrical work confined to the disconnect and reconnect of plumbing appliances and/or type A gasfitting appliances.
These fees are exclusive of GST and are applicable for 2023–24. Builders registration Building surveyors registration Electricians licensing Gas fitters licensing Painters registration Plumbers...
Building and Energy is Western Australia’s technical and safety regulator for the electricity industry and most of the gas industry as well as the regulator for the building, building surveying,...
Building and Energy is Western Australia’s technical and safety regulator for the electricity industry and most of the gas industry as well as the regulator for the building, building surveying,...
A guide to registration obligations and the compliance audit program The Building Commissioner is responsible for monitoring and reviewing the operation of the building services Acts and...
A guide to registration obligations and the compliance audit program The Building Commissioner is responsible for monitoring and reviewing the operation of the building services Acts and...
This industry bulletin is to inform the plumbing industry and relevant stakeholders about the certification of emergency eye wash and shower equipment installed in water supply plumbing systems in...
This bulletin provides information for those involved in the design, certification and installation of timber framed walls, including builders, building surveyors, structural engineers and suppliers.