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.
- eNotice
  How to register and lodge electrical, gasfitting, plumbing and contractor payment dispute (Security of Payment Act) eNotices.
- Stay informed
  Bulletins, newsletters, subscriptions, events and seminars, videos, and public consultations.
- 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
  What Consumer Protection does, contacts and events.
- 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.
- 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.
- Consultations, compliance and reports
  Compliance actions, public consultations and reports.
Labour Relations
State system employment laws and public sector labour relations.
- Private sector employers and employees
  Wageline information on WA awards, minimum pay rates, long service leave, annual and personal leave, underpayment issues, and how to contact Wageline and stay informed.
- Public holidays
  Public holiday dates for Western Australia.
- Western Australia's industrial relations system
  Information about the WA industrial relations system and its coverage, including inquiries and reviews undertaken.
- Government sector labour relations
  Information and resources for agencies on government sector employment and labour relations.
- Supplier wage audit
  Information on proactive audits undertaken by Private Sector Labour Relations on suppliers to State Government.
- Building and Construction Consultative Committee
  Information on the Western Australian Building and Construction Consultative Committee.
WorkSafe
Regulation and promotion of workplace health and safety including in general industry and the mining and petroleum industries.
- Report an incident
  Notify the regulator of a death, serious injury/illness or dangerous incident.
- Notify, submit or contact us
  Notify or submit items to WorkSafe.
- Apply for a licence or register plant
  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.
- Work health and safety legislation
  Information about WA's work health and safety (WHS) laws.
- Health and safety representatives
  Information about HSRs.
- Health and safety topics
  How do I make my workplace safer?
- Petroleum and geothermal energy operations
  Information for operators of petroleum operations.
- Publications, resources and events
  Events, WorkSafe plan, statistics and education resources.
- Consulting with our stakeholders
  Information about consulting with stakeholders.
- 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 safety and health law
  Safety and health legislation prior to 2022.
Corporate
Freedom of information guidelines, reports, policies, plans, and contact information.
- About the department
  Our legislation, contacting us and freedom of information.
- About the website
  Information about our website and how to use it.
- Policies and plans
  Policies and strategic plans from the department.

Employer

Topics

Blood-borne diseases - Infection risk

This page contains frequently asked questions on infection risk from blood-borne diseases Blood-borne disease transmission risks It has been estimated that more than 18 500 needle-stick injuries occur in Australian hospitals each year (Murphy, 2008). These injuries present a risk of transmission of...

Diseases and health

13 Mar 2014

Frequently asked questions - Working alone

This page contains frequently asked questions on working alone Is it against the law for a person to work alone? No, however the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 contains general duties and responsibilities placed upon employers and workers to ensure their safety at work. These duties extend...

Working alone

13 Mar 2014

Find a WorkSafe Plan assessor

The WorkSafe Plan is an assessment process that rates safety and health management systems and directs attention to areas that could be improved. The WorkSafe Plan is suitable for organisations of all sizes and can be used to: provide information on desirable safety and health management practices...

WorkSafe plan

13 Mar 2014

WorkSafe Plan Certificates of Achievement

WATCH

WorkSafe Plan Certificates of Achievement are presented at three levels. Silver Certificates for organisations meeting minimum standards. Gold Certificates for organisations demonstrating good progress toward a best practice approach to safety and health management Platinum Certificates are for...

WorkSafe plan

13 Mar 2014

WorkSafe Plan: How to become a WorkSafe plan assessor

An organisation seeking a WorkSafe Plan Certificate of Achievement must engage an independent WorkSafe Plan Assessor to complete and submit the assessment. To be qualified as an assessor, you must: have minimum certification as a principal or lead WHS auditor for WHS systems, e.g. Exemplar Global (...

WorkSafe plan

13 Mar 2014

WorkSafe Plan: General information for assessors

This page contains information for WorkSafe Plan assessors including, rate calculators, industry lost time injury benchmarks and the method WorkSafe Plan certificates of achievement are processed.

WorkSafe plan

13 Mar 2014

WorkSafe Plan: Audits and assessments of health and safety management systems

The WorkSafe Plan is an audit and assessment process that can be used to rate health and safety management systems in Western Australian workplaces. It can be used for auditing to provide information and ratings on the extent to which an organisation has implemented a systematic approach to the...

WorkSafe plan

12 Mar 2014

Frequently asked questions - Plant and machinery

This page contains frequently asked questions on plant and machinery Does relocation of a tower crane require registration for altered plant design? Yes. Relocation of a tower crane will require a design registration under Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 Regulation 244. Regulation...

Plant and machinery

12 Mar 2014

Work-related stress and bullying resources

WorkSafe Violence and aggression at work : Code of practice Dealing with bullying at work. A guide for workers : Guidance note Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety Choosing the right mental health training for your organisation: Guide Fair Work Commission What is bullying at...

Stress

10 Mar 2014

Responding to work-related stress reports and injuries

There are many stakeholders that play a part in ensuring that work-related stress is prevented and managed effectively in the workplace, particularly employers, employees and OSH Personnel. Investigation All employee reports of work-related stress and psychological injuries as a result of work-...

Stress

07 Mar 2014

Publications

WA award summary - Landscape Gardening Industry Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Landscape Gardening Industry Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Motel, Hostel, Service Flats and Boarding House Workers Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Motel, Hostel, Service Flats and Boarding House Workers Award. This award is likely to apply to employees working for motels and other accommodation. Employees...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

10 Jul 2024

WA award summary - Dental Technicians and Attendant / Receptionists Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Dental Technicians and Attendant / Receptionists Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Hotel and Tavern Workers Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Hotel and Tavern Workers Award. This award is likely to apply to employees working for hotels. Employees working for motels are likely to be covered by the Motel...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

10 Jul 2024

WA award summary - Transport Workers (General) Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Transport Workers (General) Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Building Trades (Construction) Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Building Trades (Construction) Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Furniture Trades Industry Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Furniture Trades Industry Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Shop and Warehouse Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Shop and Warehouse (Wholesale and Retail Establishments) Award. The Shop and Warehouse Award was updated on 5 June 2024 . The updates to the Shop and Warehouse...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

WA award summary - Club Workers Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Club Workers Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision increasing the minimum...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

10 Jul 2024

WA award summary - Animal Welfare Industry Award

READ

This publication is a summary of the Animal Welfare Industry Award. On 12 June 2024 the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) issued the 2024 State Wage Case decision increasing...

Labour Relations

Fact sheet

26 Jun 2024

Announcements

Inquiry into Wage Theft report released

The Report of the Inquiry into Wage Theft in Western Australia was released by the State Government on 6 December 2019. The Inquiry Report makes a total of 28 recommendations to address wage theft in Western Australia. Broadly, the recommendations include strategies which aim to: increase awareness of employment rights and obligations in Western Australia; provide a pathway for employees who have...

Labour Relations

Department News

06 Dec 2019

Office hours – December and January

Our offices will be closed from Wednesday 25 December 2019 to Wednesday 1 January 2020. Normal services will return on Thursday 2 January 2020. For urgent enquiries please visit our contact page.

Corporate

Department News

04 Dec 2019

Industrial inspectors recovered $377,990 in unpaid wages and entitlements in 2018–19

Private Sector Labour Relations industrial inspectors helped employees to recover over $377,990 in unpaid entitlements in the 2018–19 financial year. 168 complaints lodged with Private Sector Labour Relations resulted in $310,315 being recovered for employees whilst $67,675 was recovered as a result of proactive audits in targeted industries. Wageline also answered more than 13,026 calls, sent...

Labour Relations

Department News

02 Dec 2019

New workplace safety laws tabled in Parliament

The State Government today tabled the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Bill in Parliament, paving the way for more modern workplace safety laws that apply to all industries. For more information Media statement - Hon Bill Johnston MLA Work Health and Safety Bill 2019

WorkSafe

Alert

27 Nov 2019

Christmas is just around the corner – know your obligations

It is that time of the year where people are getting their last minute Christmas shopping done and many businesses are preparing to wind down for the holiday period. Although it is a time for some employers and employees to switch off and take a break, it is important to understand your employment obligations over the festive holiday period. This season’s public holidays are: Christmas Day,...

Labour Relations

Department News

23 Dec 2019

Christmas – New Year 2019–20 public holiday information

The Christmas/ New Year period is fast approaching and it is important to understand public holiday obligations for the festive season. This season's public holidays are: Christmas Day, Wednesday 25 December 2019 Boxing Day, Thursday 26 December 2019 New Year's Day, Wednesday 1 January 2020 Employers and employees should be aware of their employment obligations on these public holidays. The...

Labour Relations

Department News

28 Nov 2019

WorkSafe prosecutes building company involved in backpacker death

WorkSafe has initiated prosecution action against the building company that employed a labour hire backpacker who died as a result of a fall in 2016. WorkSafe’s investigation was conducted as a result of that death, and while no charges have been laid in relation to the incident, other breaches were identified during the course of the investigation and this prosecution is the result. Hanssen Pty...

WorkSafe

Media release

07 Nov 2019

Employee or subcontractor

It is important to understand the difference between whether a worker is an employee or a subcontractor as different obligations apply. For example, if a worker is legally an employee but they are instead engaged as a subcontractor, they may be entitled to claim for unpaid leave entitlements, penalty rates and superannuation. A subcontractor is not an employee, but rather a worker running their...

Labour Relations

Department News

07 Nov 2019

WorkSafe investigates death of worker at Wootatting

WorkSafe is investigating the work-related death of a 63-year-old truck driver at a workplace in Wootatting (near York) yesterday. The man was believed to have been performing repair or maintenance work on a truck in a workshop when he was caught between the wheel arch and the tyre. Inspectors travelled to the site last night and will continue to closely examine the circumstances of the incident...

WorkSafe

Media release

06 Nov 2019

Child care centre program reveals problems with hazardous substances

A proactive inspection program looking at safety issues in WA’s child care centres has revealed a widespread lack of risk assessment and training in hazardous substances. The program, which included both government and private childcare centres in metropolitan and regional areas of the State, was undertaken because child care was a relatively new work area and had not been closely examined for...

WorkSafe

Media release

05 Nov 2019

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