Owners and occupiers of premises on which there is a private swimming pool must ensure they have a compliant safety barrier in place at all times. This document can be used to check the basic...
*Please note that due to the current Covid-19 pandemic the date for responding to the CRIS has been extended to 30 June 2020. The purpose of this CRIS is to seek feedback on proposals to reform the...
Please note this circular has been superseded by Circular 6/2020 – Leave arrangements for COVID-19 Background Many things about COVID-19 (also known as novel coronavirus) and how it will affect the...
Every incorporated association has its own set of rules (often known as the constitution ) which defines the group’s objects and purposes and outlines how its affairs will be managed. Consumer...
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...
Exemption from requirement for building permit for manufactured homes and attachments This industry bulletin provides information on the Building Amendment Regulations 2020 (Amendment Regulations)...
20 December 2019 Changes to the Land Valuers Licensing Act 1978 Changes to the Land Valuers Licensing Act 1978 (the Act) which come into effect from 1 January 2020 include: Increasing penalties from...
28 June 2017 Changes which affect the land valuer industry The Licensing Provisions Bill 2015 will take effect on 1 July 2017 . It amends a number of industry Acts in Western Australia including the...
Consumer Protection can help you with a wide range of issues you may face because of a crisis. You will find contact details for Consumer Protection at the bottom of this factsheet. Insurance,...
27 March 2019 Licence renewal reminders – check your inbox not your post box The issue of courtesy renewal reminders for industry licences and registrations by the Commissioner for Consumer...
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...
The objective of this policy is to guide members of the Building Services Board (the Board) and Building Commission staff in making appropriate, consistent and legally defensible decisions on the...
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...
The department has developed a checklist for employers and workers engaged in the fabrication and installation of stone benchtops. This checklist highlights safety issues with a focus on silica...
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...
From September 2018 to January 2019, Private Sector Labour Relations Division conducted a proactive campaign to promote compliance with child employment laws in horse riding schools and equestrian...
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...
The Energy Bulletin has been replaced with the Energy and Plumbing Focus newsletter. The Energy and Plumbing Focus newsletter brings you the latest news for the electrical, gas and plumbing...
Better Trading was a free electronic newsletter published by Consumer Protection. It contained current issues, important events and future trends in consumer protection and fair trading matters...