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.
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  How to register and lodge electrical, gasfitting, plumbing and contractor payment dispute (Security of Payment Act) eNotices.
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- 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
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- 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.
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  Information on applications, requirements, training and registrations for regulated industries.
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  Information for charities and associations operating in Western Australia.
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Labour Relations
State system employment laws and public sector labour relations.
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  Wageline information on WA awards, minimum pay rates, long service leave, annual and personal leave, underpayment issues, COVID-19, and how to contact Wageline and stay informed.
- Government sector labour relations
  Information and resources for agencies on government sector employment and labour relations.
- Public holidays
  Public holiday dates for Western Australia.
- Western Australia's industrial relations system
  Who is in the WA state system, key features of the state system, recent inquiries, reviews, and committees.
- Changes to state employment laws
  Information on 2022 changes to state employment laws in Western Australia.
WorkSafe
Regulation and promotion of workplace health and safety including in general industry and the mining and petroleum industries.
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  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.
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  Information about WA's work health and safety (WHS) laws.
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- 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 occupational safety and health law
  Safety and health legislation prior to 2022.
- Historical mines and petroleum guidance
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Property industry

Topics

Vaping - Frequently asked questions

This page contains frequently asked questions about vaping. Is vaping hazardous? Yes, vaping can be hazardous. The nature of the hazard will depend upon factors such as the liquid used in the e-cigarette and the health status of the individual. In 2019, there were 2290 cases of lung injury...

Smoking

14 Feb 2020

Regional Services Review Consultation Paper September 2019

Status: CLOSED, Submissions closed at 5pm on 28 October 2019 Background In late 2018, the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS) commenced a Regional Services Review to improve service delivery to our regional customers. DMIRS staff and State and Local Government stakeholders...

Consultations

24 Sep 2019

Residential Tenancies Act review

WATCH

Your house, My home: Rethinking renting in WA Consultation status: CLOSED Submissions closed at 5pm on 30 June 2020 . Did you know that it has been more than 10 years since the rental laws in Western Australia have been reviewed? With the high cost of owning a home, more Western Australians than...

Consultations

13 Sep 2019

Mortgagee ending a tenancy

There are two ways the property you're renting can be repossessed: by the mortgagee (i.e. a bank or other lender), which is the most common; or, by a person with superior title (e.g. Government authority). The mortgagee or person with superior title must apply to the Supreme Court to ask for...

When a tenancy ends

11 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

Agricultural Industry Inquiry - Community Consultation Meeting

Following the 12th fatality in 12 months in the Western Australian agricultural industry, WorkSafe Commissioner Darren Kavanagh announced an Inquiry and appointed an Independent Inquirer . The Inquiry will consider a range of issues and recommendations on matters that affect the safety performance...

Information sessions and workshops

19 Jun 2019

Retirement village law reforms

WATCH

Outcome of consultation and recommendations Background Between 2012 and 2016 significant changes were made to retirement villages’ legislation in Western Australia (WA) following the Statutory Review of Retirement Villages Legislation Final Report, November 2010 (Final Report) (stage one reforms)...

Consultations

19 Jun 2019

Resources for family and domestic violence support services

Case studies shared by tenant advocates from a community legal centre are availble on the Safe Tenancy WA page. Factsheets and useful information Safe Tenancy WA poster Help and advice from the Department of Communities Find a tenant advocate in WA Directory of WA’s community legal centres Keeping...

Safe tenancy

11 Apr 2019

Family and domestic violence and tenancy laws

WATCH

Quick close this page To close this window immediately, press Ctrl +W on a keyboard or use the close tab option on a mobile device. For information about how to browse incognito and/or erase your history, see www.esafety.gov.au Family domestic violence laws review - Have your say If family domestic...

Safe tenancy

11 Apr 2019

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

Publications

Land valuer licensed activities

The below information provides a description of activities which a Western Australia (WA) licensed land valuers is permitted to perform. If you are a WA licensee visiting another state under AMR, you...

Consumer Protection

Information

17 Aug 2022

Reminder: Audit period starts soon! - Settlement industry bulletin issue 106

17 June 2022 Reminder: Audit period starts soon! Agents who hold a triennial certificate and have held monies in trust during the 2021-22 financial year will need to provide a Statement of trust...

Consumer Protection

Bulletin

20 Sep 2022

Business settlement agent licensed activities

The below information provides a description of activities which a Western Australia (WA) licensed settlement agent is permitted to perform. If you are a WA licensee visiting another state under AMR...

Consumer Protection

Information

31 Aug 2022

Information sheet - Managing the risk of falls at workplaces

READ

This information sheet provides general guidance for workers and persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) on how to manage the risk of falls at work under the new work health and safety...

WorkSafe

Information

18 Jul 2022

Commercial tenancy law review consultation paper

READ

Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985 (WA) Statutory Review 2022 is currently underway. More information is available on Commercial Tenancy law review . The CT Act regulates leasing...

Consumer Protection

Consultations / public comment

06 Sep 2022

Holding fee payment form

READ

This form is to be used to pay the fee to place a licence on hold, pursuant to r4A of the Real Estate and Business Agents (General) Regulations 1979 and the Settlement Agents Regulations 1982 This...

Consumer Protection

Form – notification

12 May 2022

Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances - Real estate industry bulletin 254

22 April 2022 Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances You may be aware of the tragic death of a child in Byford late last year, which was caused by toppling furniture...

Consumer Protection

Bulletin

22 Apr 2022

Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances - Landlords bulletin 60

22 April 2022 Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances You may be aware of the tragic death of a child in Byford late last year, which was caused by toppling furniture...

Consumer Protection

Bulletin

22 Apr 2022

Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances - Tenants bulletin 34

22 April 2022 Reminder of the dangers of toppling furniture and large appliances You may be aware of the tragic death of a child in Byford late last year, which was caused by toppling furniture...

Consumer Protection

Bulletin

29 Jun 2022

Will current COVID-19 requirements affect your business? - Real estate industry bulletin 253

Please note that while this content was correct at the time of issue, COVID-19 restrictions may have since changed. Visit WA.gov.au to find the latest COVID-19 information. 13 April 2022 Will current...

Consumer Protection

Bulletin

26 May 2022

Announcements

Appliance safety in the spotlight as gas campaign heats up

Building and Energy campaign targets carbon monoxide hazards in the home Gas heaters should be regularly serviced by a licensed gas fitter Ensure adequate ventilation and awareness of carbon monoxide symptoms A new campaign is urging Western Australians to stay safe and warm this winter by having their gas heaters serviced and being aware of carbon monoxide risks. The campaign, by the State’s gas...

Building and Energy

Media release

22 Jul 2021

Rent relief grant scheme extended to help struggling tenants

Rent support or rent arrears grants on offer Scheme which has already supported thousands of tenants extended until December 31, 2021 Previous applicants can apply again The McGowan Government has extended the Residential Rent Relief Grant Scheme (RRRGS) to continue to assist tenants facing financial hardship due to COVID-19 to pay their rent. Applications for the existing scheme, which has so...

Consumer Protection

Media release

25 Jun 2021

Fines for forgetting to disclose material fact prior to home sale (Natalie Snooks / Optimus Real Estate)

Encroachment of a garage into neighbouring property not disclosed before sale Agent told about the issue during appraisal but forgot about it Warning to agents to improve efforts to discover and disclose facts Failing to disclose an encroachment issue prior to the sale of a Nedlands home has resulted in a real estate agency and its former Director being fined a total of $13,000 by the State...

Consumer Protection

Media release

14 Jun 2021

Fines for failing to discover sewer lines during land sale (Richard Saviel / Professionals Michael Johnson & Co)

Sales rep failed to carry out checks that would have revealed sewer lines Land buyer forced to modify their building plans as a result of the late discovery Employer failed to be more thorough in their review of the matter A real estate sales representative and the Mt Lawley agency he works for have been fined a total of $9,000 by the State Administrative Tribunal for failing to uncover the...

Consumer Protection

Media release

21 May 2021

One year ban for sales rep over dishonest involvement in land deal (Benjamin Widdowson)

Sales rep failed to act honestly and fairly in land sale at Henderson Benjamin Widdowson breached the real estate industry Code of Conduct Financial interest in the sale not disclosed to all parties A Perth real estate sales representative has been reprimanded and disqualified from holding a registration for 12 months by the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) for his dishonest involvement during...

Consumer Protection

Media release

09 Apr 2021

Scammers take advantage of tenants desperate to find a rental home

Tenants looking for rentals have lost thousands after responding to fake ads Recent victims are mothers who are now homeless and out of pocket People looking for rentals are urged to inspect the property before paying Tenants who are desperate to secure a rental property in the current tight market are being targeted by scammers with many thousands of dollars being lost and Consumer Protection...

Consumer Protection

Media release

09 Apr 2021

Tenants urged to seek advice and report unlawful evictions

Landlords and tenants encouraged to act and negotiate in good faith Tenancies must be terminated lawfully Tenants urged to report unlawful evictions Tenants and landlords are encouraged to contact Consumer Protection for advice about rental rights and responsibilities, particularly in relation to termination notices and evictions. After COVID-19 emergency rental laws ended 28 March 2021 and with...

Consumer Protection

Media release

29 Mar 2021

Scammers steal $375,000 intended for 102 year old’s aged care costs

Scammers intercept email communications between family and aged care home Grand-daughter organising the transfer gets fake email with different bank details Consumer advice: be suspicious of emails notifying bank account change Scammers have stolen about $375,000 intended to fund the aged care costs of a 102 year old woman, the money being the proceeds from the sale of her Ferndale home. The...

Consumer Protection

Media release

17 Mar 2021

Applications open for new rent relief grants

Applications are open for grants helping WA tenants and landlords Up to $2,000 paid to landlords for future rent support Grants assist tenants struggling financially Applications are open under the Residential Rent Relief Grant Scheme to help tenants who are struggling financially meet rent payments. Renters who are facing a significant rent increase they are unable to afford can apply. However,...

Consumer Protection

Media release

02 Mar 2021

Consumer Protection contact centre temporary closure

As a result of the Premier’s announcement placing WA into a hard lockdown until 6pm on Friday, 5 February, our counter and phone services are currently unavailable. You are encouraged to email any enquiries to consumer@dmirs.wa.gov.au . If your matter is urgent, please include a contact telephone number in your email and Consumer Protection will call you back within 24 hours. We will resume full...

Consumer Protection

Department News

01 Feb 2021

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