Approved codes of practice

Building and Construction Code Monitoring Unit
Monitoring compliance with the Western Australian Building and Construction Industry Code of Conduct 2016.
- Western Australian Building and Construction Industry Code of Conduct 2016
  The BCI Code commenced on 1 January 2017.
- Implementation Guidelines
  Implementation Guidelines to the Western Australian Building and Construction Code of Conduct 2016.
- Reporting obligations
  When you need to report something to the BCCMU.
- Resources
  Resources providing information and frequently asked questions.
- Contact us
  Contact details for the Building and Construction Code Monitoring Unit.
Building Commission
Regulating the building and plumbing industries in Western Australia.
- Overview
  Find out about the functions and jurisdiction of the Building Commission.
- Licensing and registration and owner-builder approval
  Application and renewal information.
- Building approvals
  The process for getting building work approved.
- Find a registered building service provider or licensed plumber
  Find an adjudicator, appointor, builder, building surveyor, painter or plumber.
- Building or renovating your home
  Information on building or renovating your home or small commercial building and becoming an owner-builder.
- Responsibilities and compliance
  Legislation, codes and standards for adjudicators, builders, building surveyors, painters and plumbers.
- Dispute resolution
  Building service and payment disputes.
- Keep informed
  Latest information and subscriptions, events and seminars and public consultations open for comment.
- Construction Contracts Act
  The adjudication process for resolving payment disputes.
Consumer Protection
Responsible for fair trading, consumer rights, property sale and rental laws, some occupational licences, co-operatives and not for profit legislation.
- Housing and accommodation
  Information on renting, buying or selling a home, including accommodation for seniors.
- Consumer rights
  Information and advice for buyers of goods or services.
- Business
  Information for businesses about their rights and responsibilities under consumer laws in Western Australia.
- Licences and registrations
  Information on applications, requirements, training and registrations for regulated industries.
- Charities and associations
  Information for charities and associations operating in Western Australia.
- About Consumer Protection, online resources and apps
  Find out about Consumer Protection and access online resources.
- Consultation and compliance
  Compliance actions, public consultations and reports.
EnergySafety
Safely using and working with electricity and gas.
- Overview
  Learn about who we are and what we do, information on legislation, reports and useful links.
- Consumer safety
  Find out how to use gas and electricity safely.
- Licensing
  How to apply for a licence or search for a licensed person.
- Industry safety
  Information on appliance approvals and network operators.
- Report an accident
  How to report an accident or incident to EnergySafety.
- Stay informed
  Subscribe to the Energy Bulletin, safety alerts and update your contact details.
- eNotice
  How to register and lodge eNotices.
Industry Development
Strategic investment in industrial development to benefit the State.
- Overview
  About Industry Development, its key focus areas and partners.
- Marine and defence
  Find out about WA’s marine and defence facilities and infrastructure, capabilities and achievements.
- Industry participation
  Assisting local businesses to participate in government and mineral and energy projects in WA.
- Regional telecommunications
  Investing to improve mobile and internet coverage in regional WA.
- Funding programs, awards and conferences
  Developing areas of strategic importance to enhance WA’s competitive advantage.
- Facilities
  Services available through Industry Development.
Labour Relations
Promoting flexible, fair and productive employment practices in Western Australia.
- Overview
  Learn about our role and get to know the WA industrial relations system, and information on public holidays in Western Australia.
- Public sector employers
  Information and resources for agencies on public sector employment and labour relations.
- Private sector employers and employees
  Rates of pay, leave entitlements, when children can work and other employment rights and obligations.
WorkSafe
Promoting and securing the safety and health of people at work.
- Licences, registrations and notices
  How do I obtain a licence, register plant, seek a review, or request an exemption?
- Report or enquire about workplace incidents
  Find out how to report an incident or make a complaint about a workplace hazard.
- Overview
  What does WorkSafe do?
- Small business safety
  Your guide to safety and health in small business.
- Occupational safety and health law
  How do I comply with the law?
- Safety and health topics
  How do I make my workplace safer?
- Safety and health representatives
  Information about and for safety and health representatives.
- Tool box
  Events, statistics and educational resources.
Corporate
Information about Commerce, including policies, plans, reports and contact information.
- About Commerce
  Information about Commerce.
- About the website
  Information about our website and how to use it.
- Policies and plans
  Policies and strategic plans from the Department of Commerce.
- Stay informed
  Subscribe to one of our media statement digests.

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Employee / worker Employer Safety and health representative

Codes of practice provide guidance for employers, contractors, people in control of workplaces and workers on the management of safety and health hazards and risks associated with an issue and some of the relevant requirements under the legislation.

The Minister for Commerce approves codes of practice under section 57 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984(OSH Act). After approval takes place, a code applies to all workplaces in Western Australia covered by the OSH Act.