Building and Energy
Western Australian building services, electrical, gasfitting and plumbing industries.
- Overview
  Find out about the functions and jurisdiction of Building and Energy.
- Licensing and registration and owner-builder approval
  Application and renewal for builders, building surveyors, electricians, gas fitters, painters and plumbers.
- Building approvals
  The process for getting building work approved.
- Building and energy consumer information
  Building or renovating your home and consumer safety.
- Industry information
  Codes, standards and reports for building services providers, electricians, plumbers and gas fitters.
- Dispute resolution
  Plumbing, building service, and home building work contract complaints.
- eNotice
  How to register and lodge electrical, gasfitting, plumbing and contractor payment dispute (Security of Payment Act) eNotices.
- Stay informed
  Bulletins, newsletters, subscriptions, events and seminars, videos, and public consultations.
- Contractor Payment Disputes (Construction Contracts Act)
  If your construction contract was entered into BEFORE 1 August 2022.
- Contractor Payment Disputes (Security of Payment Act)
  If your construction contract was entered into ON or AFTER 1 August 2022.
- Swimming pools, dividing fences, RCDs and smoke alarms
  Information on private swimming pool safety barriers, dividing fences, RCDs and smoke alarms for existing residential buildings.
- Report an accident
  How to report an accident or incident to Building and Energy.
Consumer Protection
Develops, enforces and promotes legislation that protects consumers.
- About Consumer Protection
  What Consumer Protection does, contacts and events.
- Housing and accommodation
  Information on renting, buying or selling a home, including accommodation for seniors.
- Consumer rights
  Information and advice for consumers including people with a disability, Aboriginal consumers, and multilingual consumers.
- Consumer concerns
  Advice on handling issues including a complaint checklist, sample letters and how to lodge a formal complaint.
- Business
  Information for businesses about their rights and responsibilities under consumer laws in Western Australia.
- Licences and registrations
  Information on applications, requirements, training and registrations for regulated industries.
- Charities and associations
  Information for charities and associations operating in Western Australia.
- Consultations, compliance and reports
  Compliance actions, public consultations and reports.
Labour Relations
State system employment laws and public sector labour relations.
- Private sector employers and employees
  Wageline information on WA awards, minimum pay rates, long service leave, annual and personal leave, underpayment issues, and how to contact Wageline and stay informed.
- Public holidays
  Public holiday dates for Western Australia.
- Western Australia's industrial relations system
  Information about the WA industrial relations system and its coverage, including inquiries and reviews undertaken.
- Government sector labour relations
  Information and resources for agencies on government sector employment and labour relations.
- Supplier wage audit
  Information on proactive audits undertaken by Private Sector Labour Relations on suppliers to State Government.
- Building and Construction Consultative Committee
  Information on the Western Australian Building and Construction Consultative Committee.
WorkSafe
Regulation and promotion of workplace health and safety including in general industry and the mining and petroleum industries.
- Report an incident
  Notify the regulator of a death, serious injury/illness or dangerous incident.
- Notify, submit or contact us
  Notify or submit items to WorkSafe.
- Apply for a licence or register plant
  Apply for licence, register an item of plant or learn about construction induction training.
- Mining statutory positions and certificates
  Information about statutory position appointments at mining operations.
- Work health and safety legislation
  Information about WA's work health and safety (WHS) laws.
- Health and safety representatives
  Information about HSRs.
- Health and safety topics
  How do I make my workplace safer?
- Petroleum and geothermal energy operations
  Information for operators of petroleum operations.
- Publications, resources and events
  Events, WorkSafe plan, statistics and education resources.
- Consulting with our stakeholders
  Information about consulting with stakeholders.
- Agricultural health and safety
  Provide work health and safety information about the agricultural sector including guidance, checklists, and latest news.
- What does WorkSafe do?
  Find out about the functions and jurisdiction of WorkSafe.
- Small business safety
  Your guide to safety and health in small business.
- Historical safety and health law
  Safety and health legislation prior to 2022.
Corporate
Freedom of information guidelines, reports, policies, plans, and contact information.
- About the department
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- About the website
  Information about our website and how to use it.
- Policies and plans
  Policies and strategic plans from the department.

Electrical contractor / worker

Topics

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Building and Energy has prepared the following guidance to alert electrical contractors and electricians to the safety issues associated with BESS. The guiding principle is one of careful design and specification of equipment for each specific installation to achieve the highest practicable...

Information for industry

23 Mar 2017

Amending a lodged eNotice

Preliminary Notice (PN), Notice of Completion (NOC) and Electrical Safety Certificate (ESC) are legal documents and every effort must be made to ensure they are complete and accurate prior to lodgement. Where an electrical contractor discovers (after submission or lodgement) that an error has been...

Submit an eNotice

22 Mar 2017

Lightning

In Western Australia workers have been killed by lightning, the most recent in 2014 when a backpacker working on a farm at Bruce Rock died after she was struck by lightning. Workers are most at risk working out in the open, on the sea or other waterways or sheltering under trees or other structures...

Environmental factors

14 Dec 2016

Terms and Conditions

The use of eNotice is subject to a number of terms and conditions which must be acknowledged and accepted when registering. eNotice Terms and Conditions The terms and conditions can be viewed here Terms and Conditions

eNotice

13 Oct 2016

Video tutorials for eNotice

The following tutorials have been developed to assist you with registration and setting up your account, user management for electrical contractors and lodging an eNotice. If you require further assistance please contact Building and Energy. Registration and setting up your account User management...

eNotice

29 Sep 2016

Frequently asked questions

eNotice What is the benefit to me and my business from using eNotice? The potential benefits are: quicker, more convenient and cheaper than completion and delivery of paper forms; better quality of information and less rework for everyone; accessible via mobile devices for on-site submission;...

eNotice

14 Sep 2016

Submitting notices

Submitting a Preliminary Notice, Notice of Completion or Electrical Safety Certificate through eNotice is a very efficient and intuitive alternative to paper forms. The system automatically fills fields based on meter number and licensing details, meaning you do not have to manually enter this...

Submit an eNotice

14 Sep 2016

eNotice setup

WATCH

Before you start lodging eNotices it is important that you take the time to set up eNotice correctly and in a way that works best for your electrical contracting business. Before Notices of Completion can be lodged, each Nominee (including those who also hold an Electrical Contractor licence) must...

01 Sep 2016

Registration and setting up your account

To register, you need your licence number and the corresponding email address registered with Building and Energy. Enter your details and request a security code. We will send a one time security code to your registered mobile number or email address. Once you enter the security code and agree to...

01 Sep 2016

Obligations

Electrical Contractors must provide Preliminary Notices, Notices of Completion and Electrical Safety Certificates for electrical work as required by the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991. Preliminary Notices and Notices of Completion must be completed and provided to the relevant network...

eNotice

01 Sep 2016

Publications

Managing COVID-19 risks in the workplace

READ

Employers (or persons conducting a business or undertaking) have a duty under OSH or WHS legislation to eliminate, or if that is not reasonable practicable, minimise the risks of COVID-19 at the...

WorkSafe

Information

18 Feb 2022

ELB Policy – Requirements for the issue of an Electrical Contractor's Licence

READ

This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board require to be met for an Electrical Contractor's Licence to be issued.

Building and Energy

Policies

22 Oct 2021

Security of payment – Action Plan

READ

Action Plan for Reform An Action Plan for reform to introduce better payment protections for all participants in the Western Australian building and construction industry was released by the Minister...

Building and Energy

Plans

28 Jul 2022

ELB Policy - Fit and proper person assessment criteria for the issue of licences and permits

READ

The Electrical Licensing Board (Board) is required to determine the fitness and propriety of applicants for licences and permits under the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991 (ELR). The policy...

Building and Energy

Policies

06 Aug 2021

ELB Policy - Requirements for the Restoration of a Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic's Restricted Electrical Licence

READ

This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board requires to be met before an expired Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic's Restricted Electrical Licence can be restored to...

Building and Energy

Policies

03 Apr 2023

Electrical eNotice Guide

READ

A guide to obligations and use of the electrical eNotice system.

Building and Energy

Guide / handbook

30 Jun 2021

High voltage live line working and testing of live working equipment

READ

Order 01-2021 issued to all persons carrying out h igh voltage live line working and testing of live working equipment. Preliminary Pursuant to s.18B of the Energy Coordination Act 1994, this Order...

Building and Energy

Reports

15 Apr 2021

Application for a restricted electrical licence for domestic electrical appliances on completion of a Western Australian Electrical Service Person Apprenticeship – R137

A restricted electrical licence authorises the holder of the licence to carry out electrical work (including testing) associated with or for the purpose of the holder’s trade or calling. A Restricted...

Building and Energy

Form – application

01 Feb 2024

2024 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards: Nomination submission information

READ

This document provides essential information to assist you with your Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards submission. Further information 2024 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards: Terms and...

WorkSafe

Information

28 Feb 2024

Safety bulletin - 01/2021 - Hazards associated with the use of e-cigarette devices

READ WATCH

On 11 January 2021, the Department received a report of an incident at a mine site where an electronic cigarette (vape) battery spontaneously ignited in a worker’s pocket while he was travelling in a...

WorkSafe

Bulletin

23 Feb 2021

Announcements

Western Power fined for electric shock error – Electricity Networks Corporation trading as Western Power

‘Live’ metal objects at four Kingsley homes after wrong cable disconnected Inadequate instructions provided to workers and contractors Guilty plea for failing to ensure that network maintenance was carried out safely Western Power has been fined $30,000 following an error by one of its contractors, which led to a Kingsley man receiving an electric shock and nearby residents being exposed to...

Building and Energy

Media release

06 Apr 2022

Important Changes to High Risk Work Licensing - New Work Health and Safety rules to begin 31 March 2022

The new Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WHS Regulations) were gazetted on 11 March 2022 and will commence on the 31 March 2022, bringing the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 into full force and effect. The WHS Regulations replace the current Occupational and Safety Regulations 1996 (OSH Regulations). You can access the WHS Regulations on the WA Legislation website: WALW - Work...

WorkSafe

Department News

25 Mar 2022

Roof space hazards: switch off before you go up

Always turn off the mains power before entering a roof space This is compulsory for all tradespeople including electricians Building and Energy is distributing safety stickers for manholes and switchboards Recent tragic deaths and close calls have prompted a plea from Western Australia’s electrical safety regulator to always switch off the mains power before entering a roof space. Building and...

Building and Energy

Media release

24 Mar 2022

Electrical Focus

The latest issue of Building and Energy's Electrical Focus is now available online .

Building and Energy

Department News

15 Mar 2022

Electrical firm prosecuted after apprentice’s near-death experience – Xtra Solutions Pty Ltd trading as Xtra Electrical

19-year-old apprentice stopped breathing and had no pulse after electric shock Supervisor did not adequately supervise or check the installation as required Electrical company fined a total of $21,500 An apprentice electrician is lucky to be alive after an electric shock left him unresponsive and without a pulse while working at a property in Mandurah. The January 2020 incident was described at...

Building and Energy

Media release

17 Feb 2022

Electrician fined after dangerous error causes electric shocks

Electrician did not follow the correct procedure during a kWh meter replacement Three family members at the property received electric shocks from taps Electricians must comply with safety standards to prevent causing harm A Perth-based electrical worker has been fined $2,000 for failing to safely carry out work at a Bedford property where three family members received electric shocks after...

Building and Energy

Media release

14 Feb 2022

DC isolator certification – Extension period to 30 June 2022

The requirement date in Western Australia for DC isolators to be certified, where they are incorporated in inverters complying with AS/NZS 4777.2:2020, has been extended to 30 June 2022. This extension acknowledges the challenges manufacturers and suppliers are having with obtaining DC isolator products, including those installed within inverters, certified to AS 60947.3. The current status of...

Building and Energy

Department News

02 Feb 2022

$20,000 penalty for hazardous electrical error – Romiss Pty Ltd trading as Fair Price Electrical Services

Essential electrical safety component (MEN) not installed, putting users at risk Electrician did not carry out mandatory checks and tests $15,000 fine for company and $5,000 fine for electrical worker The State Government energy safety regulator is warning electricians not to cut corners when checking their work after a Padbury building site was left unprotected against electrical hazards for...

Building and Energy

Media release

02 Feb 2022

Guilty plea and safety warning after electric shock death from DIY device – Steven Ryan Buckle

Mr Buckle used internet videos and microwave parts to make an electrical art appliance A man was electrocuted near Katanning after touching the device Unlicensed electrical work is illegal and dangerous The tragic electric shock death of a WA man while handling a high-voltage homemade appliance is a stark reminder of the dangers of unlicensed electrical work, the State’s energy safety regulator...

Building and Energy

Media release

18 Jan 2022

Draft Work Health and Safety regulations (exposure drafts) released

The McGowan Government has released exposure drafts of regulations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 ahead of the commencement of major work health and safety (WHS) reforms in March 2022. Releasing the exposure drafts of the supporting regulations provides all participants in Western Australian workplaces the opportunity to prepare themselves to meet the requirements of the new Act and to...

WorkSafe

Alert

20 Dec 2021

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