Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety

Welcome to the reshaped Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), previously known as Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.
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Announcements

Media release

Local governments pulling ahead on pool inspections

WA’s building regulator is urging homeowners to accommodate local government inspections of private pool safety barriers after a report found property access was a key reason for overdue checks.
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What we do

Supporting a safe, fair and resilient economy where Western Australian industries, workers, consumers and communities thrive.

Building and Energy

Western Australian building services, electrical, gasfitting and plumbing industries.

Consumer Protection

Develops, enforces and promotes legislation that protects consumers.

Government Sector Labour Relations

Information and resources for agencies on government sector employment and labour relations.

Licensing and Registration

Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety, licensing, registrations, permits, exemption or accreditation.

Local Government

Works to support Western Australian local governments in delivering good governance to the community.

Private Sector Labour Relations

Long service leave in WA, and pay and entitlements for the state industrial relations system.

Racing, gaming and liquor

Regulating and maintaining the integrity of lawful racing, gambling and liquor activities for Western Australians to participate in.

WorkSafe

Regulation and promotion of workplace health and safety including in general industry and the mining and petroleum industries.

Services

Ministerial reporting

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