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Motor Vehicle Industry Review: Decision Regulatory Impact Statement (final report) July 2019

A combined review of the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act 1973 and the Motor Vehicle Repairers Act 2003 was recently completed. Review purpose The key purpose of the review was to assess the effectiveness of the legislation and to ensure it is appropriate and operating in the interests of both consumers...
Decision regulatory impact statements
05 Aug 2019

Decision Regulatory Impact Statements

The Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety is committed to completing regulatory impact assessment processes when amending or developing legislation. Decision Regulatory Impact Statements (DRIS) represent the final step in the process and reflect the outcome of stakeholder consultation...
Decision regulatory impact statements
29 Jul 2019

Review of the Disposal of Uncollected Goods Act 2019

The Disposal of Uncollected Goods Act 1970 (DUG Act) is being reviewed to examine the processes for disposing of uncollected goods Status: CLOSED , closed 31 October 2019. Background The purpose of this review is to update the DUG Act’s provisions, which are outdated and do not take into account...
Consultations
26 Jun 2019

Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia - Information session

The department is seeking your comments regarding the regulations that will support the proposed Work Health and Safety Act for Western Australia (WHS Act (WA)) . The following videos have been produced to provide information regarding the consultation process: Work Health and Safety Regulations...
Information sessions and workshops
19 Jun 2019

2021 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards - Terms and conditions of entry

These terms and conditions of entry apply to all entrants in all categories for the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards, Western Australia. The Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (the Department) will administer the Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards. Entry for the Work...
Work Safety Awards
13 Mar 2019

2021 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards

Submissions to the 2021 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards have now closed. These awards recognise outstanding solutions and innovations to specific workplace health and safety problems in Western Australia. For the purpose of these awards, “innovation” is broadly defined as either a new...
Work Safety Awards
13 Mar 2019

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Online resources
07 Feb 2019

House, pet or baby sitting service providers

Under the Australian Consumer Law, a business that provides a house sitting, pet sitting, baby sitting or cleaning service must meet service guarantees . Customers are likely to ask for independent references for these services – former customers whose contact details are provided to prospective...
Business tools
31 Jan 2019

Electrical Contractor's database

A copy of the Electrical Contractor's database is available for purchase subject to the agreement being signed and the fee paid. By signing the agreement you agree to the following: normal copyright rules; not to sell information contained in the database; and that the information is used for...
Services
07 Nov 2018

LP Gas cylinder safety in bush fire prone areas

LP Gas cylinder safety in bush fire prone areas Guidelines on the storage of LP Gas cylinders on properties in bush fire prone areas. LP Gas cylinder safety in bush fire prone areas brochure The guidelines aim to help residents reduce the risks associated with LP Gas cylinders should a fire...
Gas installations
24 Oct 2018

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Quad bike safety standard poster

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The quad bike safety standard poster highlights the key requirements of the safety standard. Please download the poster and display in a highly visible location. For more information visit the quad...
Consumer Protection
Poster
12 Mar 2020

Western Australian framework and strategy for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders

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The Western Australian strategy and framework for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are intended as useful resources for stakeholders who can influence...
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Information
11 Feb 2020

ThinkSafe magazine

ThinkSafe is the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety’s flagship online publication for workplace safety and health in Western Australia. ThinkSafe magazine - September 2021 ThinkSafe...
WorkSafe
Newsletter
15 Sep 2021

(Archived) Review Process Summary – Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia

THIS DOCUMENT IS NO LONGER CURRENT AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE FOR HISTORICAL PURPOSES ONLY. The public comment period on the Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia closed on 26...
WorkSafe
Information
12 Nov 2021

Thinking of purchasing a new car? Tips for consumers

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Follow these tips to protect yourself: 1. Research Before you buy a new or used car, do some research to determine which car is right for you and what you can afford. 2. Check safety rating Check the...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
11 Dec 2019

Buying or selling motor vehicles? You may need a licence!

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Follow these simple steps: Choose the category of licence that is right for you and apply. Pay the correct licensing fees when they're due. Start being a motor vehicle dealer. Learn Attend a relevant...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
11 Dec 2019

Motor vehicle repairers - licence or certificate: what's the difference?

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Motor vehicle repair business licence or motor vehicle repairer's certificate: what's the difference? Are you: the owner of a motor vehicle repair business? a self-employed motor vehicle repairer?...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
02 Dec 2019

Motor vehicle repairers - tips for consumers

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Does your vehicle need repairs? Follow these tips to protect your asset and your family. 1 Research. Before you book your car in for a service, new tyres or repairs ask for recommendations from your...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
02 Dec 2019

Restricted Asbestos Licence Holders

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This directory contains licence holders licensed to perform all restricted asbestos work in accordance with Part 5 of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996. Please refer to the Licence...
WorkSafe
Information
29 Oct 2019

Restricted Asbestos Licence Holders

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This directory contains licence holders licensed to perform all restricted asbestos work in accordance with Part 5 of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996. Please refer to the Licence...
WorkSafe
Information
03 Sep 2020

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Commissioner's blog: Time to shine in Consumer Protection Awards

There’s a vast army of people in the Western Australian community dedicating their lives to helping consumers and tenants, and now is a golden opportunity for them to shine. With nominations currently open for the Consumer Protection Awards 2022, I would urge advocates and promoters of consumer rights to step forward and lodge an online application before the closing date. The awards shine a...
Consumer Protection
Media release
07 Oct 2021

Avoid Perth's petrol price hike

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 31 cents per litre (cpl) to 174.1 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money. FuelWatch advises that on Wednesday 6 October 2021, most branded retailers are hiking their ULP price: Caltex Woolworths hiking by 45 cpl up to 183.9 cpl; BP and Coles Express up to 181...
Consumer Protection
Media release
05 Oct 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 17 cents per litre (cpl) to 163.0 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money. FuelWatch advises that on Wednesday 29 September 2021, some branded retailers are making large hikes to their ULP price: Coles Express hiking by 39 cpl up to 181.9 cpl; 7-Eleven and BP...
Consumer Protection
Media release
28 Sep 2021

Baby photographer pleads guilty and returns photos (Melissa Sheed)

UPDATE 2/11/21: Melissa Sheed was fined a total of $8,800 by the Perth Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to four charges of accepting payment but failing to supply the photos of new-born babies to four consumers, in breach of the Australian Consumer Law. Ms Sheed was ordered to pay costs of $1,500 as well as compensation of $400 to each of the four complainants ($1,600 total) in order for...
Consumer Protection
Media release
21 Sep 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 30 cents per litre (cpl) to 169.4 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money. FuelWatch advises that on Wednesday 22 September 2021, most branded retailers are hiking their ULP price: BP, Caltex Woolworths and Coles Express hiking by between 39-41 cpl up to 178.9...
Consumer Protection
Media release
21 Sep 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 22 cents per litre (cpl) to 164.1 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money. FuelWatch advises that on Wednesday 15 September 2021, most branded retailers are hiking their ULP price: BP and Coles Express hiking by between 36-40 cpl up to 178.9 cpl; 7-Eleven and...
Consumer Protection
Media release
14 Sep 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 29 cents per litre (cpl) to 167.3 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money. FuelWatch advises that on Wednesday 8 September 2021, most branded retailers are hiking their ULP price: BP and Coles Express hiking by between 37-41 cpl up to 178.9 cpl; 7-Eleven up to...
Consumer Protection
Media release
07 Sep 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 29 cents per litre (cpl) to 167.5 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money.
Consumer Protection
Media release
31 Aug 2021

Avoid Perth petrol price rise

The average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) is set to increase by over 28 cents per litre (cpl) to 167.1 cpl tomorrow, so FuelWatch is encouraging Perth drivers, if they can, to fill up today to save money.
Consumer Protection
Media release
24 Aug 2021

Competition winners become victims of Facebook scams

Entrants to Facebook competitions contacted by fake profile imitations Told they won but must provide personal and financial information to claim prize Businesses in WA’s tourism and hospitality industry targeted Entrants in Facebook competitions are being warned that they could be targeted by scammers with the devious aim of stealing personal and financial information. WA ScamNet at Consumer...
Consumer Protection
Media release
19 Aug 2021

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