These guidelines have been developed and issued by the Director of Energy Safety, Building and Energy Division of the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety Western Australia.
Quad bikes in workplaces guide outlines the legal requirements for those operating or in charge of workplaces where quad bikes are used and will assist riders, as well as managers, to ensure they are...
Manual task injuries remain one of the largest single causes of injury in the construction industry. These injuries not only cause pain and suffering to the injured worker and their families but also...
This publication is summary of the Shop and Warehouse (Wholesale and Retail Establishments) Award . On 24 June 2021 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2021...
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...
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...
Should you require assistance with completing this form please contact Associations branch by telephone on 1300 304 074 (within Australia) or email . This report must be lodged within 28 days after...
Print the PDF and keep it in your vehicle so you have it handy when you need it. Get prepared before being involved in a car accident or roadside breakdown situation. The first tow truck doesn’t have...
Our audit strategy (2021–2024) sets out a vision to implement an effective and efficient audit program that focuses our efforts on residential and commercial building industry practices which pose...
An important function of the Building Commissioner is to audit the work and conduct of registered builders and building surveyors and to monitor how well building standards are being applied. The...
This guide which can be viewed or printed is for Western Australian workers and tells you about: key minimum entitlements for pay rates and leave; and where to find more information on pay rates and...
Two diferent industrial relations systems operate in WA, the state system and the national fair work system. The two systems have different employment rights and obligations. Which of these two...
This guide which can be printed is for Western Australian workers and tells you about: how to work out the minimum pay rate you should be paid for the work that you are doing; and how to seek help if...
General Inspection (Investigation) Report Five – Investigation into the re-roofing of buildings, provides an overview of Building and Energy’s investigation into the cause of roof failures from...
Building and Energy is aware of several roofs that have lifted off or collapsed following changing of their roof cover. In these cases, the required building licence/permit was not in place and the roof was not adequately tied down to the house.
Motor vehicle industry bulletins provide topical information and reminders for those in the motor vehicle industry, including repairers and dealers. Have you subscribed? Make sure you are up to date...
The current, Australia-wide shortage of building materials and skilled trades is impacting the residential construction industry in Western Australia. Supply of building materials has been affected...
30 June 2021 Increase to licensing fees From 1 July 2021 some of Consumer Protection’s licence and registration fees will be increasing. Information about the different fees is available on our...
Land valuers bulletins provide topical information and reminders for valuers. Bulletins published since April 2013: 2021 Issue 30 Issue 32 - Licensing reminder: annual fee increases, police check...
16 July 2021 A swift deal may result in future pain Our current real estate market has seen the quick negotiation of sales transactions, with some homes being sold almost ‘sight unseen’. This...
5 July 2021 The WA Government has extended the Residential Rent Relief Grant Scheme (RRRGS) until 31 December 2021 to assist renters who are struggling to pay their rent due to the coronavirus (COVID...