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Mandatory CPD - real estate

Each year, participants must obtain ten CPD points. Consumer Protection will review the needs of the industry annually. The cost of the Mandatory activities are paid for by Consumer Protection only for participants that have a current licence or registration*. Participants are required to attend...
Real estate agents and sales representatives
27 Feb 2014

Debt collector laws and compensation

Laws that apply to debt collectors Fair Trading Act 2010 This Act is based on the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Commonwealth) and mirrors its misconduct prohibitions. Unauthorised Documents Act 1961 This Act bans the design of collection letters of demand so that they resemble court documents...
Debt collector restrictions and conduct
26 Feb 2014

Applying for a debt collector's licence

The Debt Collectors Licensing Act 1964 sets out the licensing requirements for debt collectors operating in Western Australia and their duty to handle trust funds responsibly. Who needs a licence? Anyone who carries on the business of, exercises the functions of or in any way holds themselves out...
Becoming a debt collector
26 Feb 2014

Consumer guarantee – services will be fit for purpose

Services must achieve the consumer’s stated purpose You guarantee your services will be reasonably fit for any purpose specified by the consumer and that any products resulting from the services are also fit for that purpose. Example: A consumer asks for a key to be cut to fit his door and shows...
Guarantees and warranties
25 Feb 2014

Compulsory professional development (CPD) - settlement agents

Please note: Consumer Protection is reviewing the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program. To help us understand your views on the CPD program, please complete our CPD survey. The survey closes on 15 March 2023. More background and details about the CPD Program Review are covered in the...
Settlement agents and conveyancers
25 Feb 2014

Infringements - settlement agents

The Settlement Agents Act 1981 (the Act) imposes serious obligations on the settlement industry and the way it operates. Failing to meet those obligations can result in the Department issuing an infringement notice, prosecuting offending licence holders before a court or initiating disciplinary...
Settlement agents and conveyancers
25 Feb 2014

Authorised witnesses

Some licence applications, or documents required in support of an application, are required to be signed or certified by an authorised witness. This should be done in accordance with the Department of Justice’s Information Fact Sheet 3 (PDF) available. You may find more helpful information from...
Occupations requiring licensing
19 Feb 2014

Change of contact details

As a licensee, registration or permit holder you must notify Building and Energy of a change in the residential, business, postal or email address, or a change to your mobile or landline telephone number. Please note: Late notification of changes may result in a penalty. Builders, building...
Change of contact details
19 Feb 2014

Motor vehicle repairers - Infringements

The Motor Vehicle Repairers Act 2003 (the Act) imposes serious obligations on licensed repair business operators and the way they operate their business. Failing to meet those obligations can result in the Department issuing an infringement notice, prosecuting offending licence holders before a...
Motor vehicle repairers
19 Feb 2014

Motor vehicle repairer exemptions

Every business in the motor repair and servicing industry requires a repair business licence. Vehicle and parts manufacturers are exempt if they do not actually repair vehicles. If you manufacture parts but do not fit them to a vehicle you will not require a licence. The question you must ask...
Motor vehicle repairers
19 Feb 2014

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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...
WorkSafe
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 - July 2022 ThinkSafe...
WorkSafe
Newsletter
22 Jul 2022

Pool Safety - Real estate industry bulletin 215

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30 January 2020 Pool safety - it's everyone's responsibility When a property has a pool or portable pool it’s important to ensure full compliance with safety requirements to prevent drowning deaths...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
17 Feb 2020

Reminder - 2019 audit report deadline approaching! - Real estate industry bulletin 214

29 January 2020 Reminder - 2019 audit report deadline approaching! All agents who hold a current triennial certificate and have held or received monies in trust during the 2019 calendar year must...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
29 Jan 2020

(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

Low down on demolitions - Presentation

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In 2019 WorkSafe Western Australia, together with Dial Before You Dig and the Health Department held information sessions aimed at demolition licence holders, with a focus on: the Occupational Safety...
WorkSafe
Information
03 Feb 2020

Changes to the Settlement Agents Act from 1 January 2020 – what you need to know - Settlement industry bulletin 95

24 December 2019 Changes have been made to the Settlement Agents Act 1981 (the Act), which will come into effect on 1 January 2020. This bulletin provides a brief overview of the more significant...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
08 Jan 2020

Changes to the REBA Act from 1 January 2020 – what you need to know - Real estate industry bulletin 213

24 December 2019 A Bill was passed by the Parliament in September 2019 which amends parts of the Real Estate and Business Agents Act 1978 (the REBA Act) from 1 January 2020. This bulletin provides a...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
02 Jan 2020

How you are impacted by recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act 1987, changed CPD arrangements and more - Real estate industry bulletin 212

23 December 2019 New Residential tenancy laws The Consumer Protection Legislation Amendment Bill 2018 passed through parliament recently, bringing changes to the REBA Act and residential tenancy laws...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
09 Jan 2020

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

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