From 1 July 2024, new laws in Western Australia will require building engineers to be registered by the Building Services Board (the Board) to carry out, or contract with consumers to carry out,...

An overview of building disputes for the month of June 2023.

This Industry Bulletin brings to the attention of builders the importance of: completing building work in accordance with the plans and specifications referenced on the relevant certificate of design compliance (the approved plans); properly consulting prior to proceeding with work which differs from the approved plans (changes); and consulting with the appropriate building professional when it appears the approval varies from the requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).

Building and Energy has noticed an increase in the use of unapproved portable gas cooking appliances operating on butane canisters. The commercial use of these appliances, particularly used as table-top gas cooking appliances in indoor restaurant environments, has resulted in gas explosions injuring consumers. This fact sheet is intended to raise awareness by highlighting the 2016 WA prohibition order and the potential effects on restaurant design and patron safety.

Use this application form to apply for one or more classes of high risk work to be added to your existing WA licence.

This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board (the Board) requires to be met before issuing a Restricted Electrical Licence (REL) to carry out electrical work confined to the disconnect and reconnect of type B gasfitting appliances.

This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board (the Board) requires to be met before issuing a Restricted Electrical Licence (REL) to carry out electrical work confined to the disconnect and reconnect of plumbing appliances and/or type A gasfitting appliances.

Building and Energy is Western Australia’s technical and safety regulator for the electricity industry and most of the gas industry as well as the regulator for the building, building surveying,...

Building and Energy is Western Australia’s technical and safety regulator for the electricity industry and most of the gas industry as well as the regulator for the building, building surveying,...