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Reporting concerns and incidents

Notify the regulator of an incident or learn how to report unsafe work. Workplace hazards WorkSafe encourages a consultative process where workplace safety complaints are first reported within the workplace in an attempt to resolve them in-house. The Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WHS Act)...
Report an incident
01 Nov 2024

Magazines

Below is the list of various magazines produced by WorkSafe. ThinkSafe magazine ThinkSafe is WorkSafe’s flagship online publication for workplace health and safety in Western Australia. ThinkSafe magazine: May 2024 ThinkSafe magazine: May 2023 ThinkSafe magazine: July 2022 ThinkSafe magazine:...
Other resources and guidance
14 May 2024

Gasfitting permit renewal

The Gas Standards Act 1972 and Gas Standards (Gasfitting and Consumer Gas Installations) Regulations 1999 requires a person to hold a gasfitting permit to undertake or supervise gasfitting work in Western Australia. Gas fitters are sent three reminders via SMS and email for the renewal of their...
Services
15 Jan 2024

Industrial fuel-fired appliances – AS 1375:2023 published

On 13 October 2023, Standards Australia published AS 1375:2023 Industrial fuel-fired appliances. The standard sets out requirements and safety principles relating to the design, installation, and operation of industrial appliances that involves the combustion of gas or liquid fuels. AS 1375:2023 is...
Information for industry
14 Dec 2023

Archived newsletters and bulletins

Archived advisory notes, industry newletters and bulletins from the Building Commission and Energy Safety (now Building and Energy). Local government advisory notes Building advisory note 24 – Alterations and additions, extension of transition period for energy efficiency Building advisory note 23...
Newsletters and bulletins
23 Jun 2023

Restrictions for stowed or covered appliances – Fact sheet

This document provides guidance for the safety requirements of clause 6.3.2 Restriction of stowed appliances of AS/NZS 5601.2:2020 and how it applies to gas cooking appliances installed to external slide out kitchens in caravans and camper trailers (recreational vehicles).
Information for industry
12 May 2023

Gas engine and gas turbine ventilation

Stationary gas engines and gas turbines are Type B gas appliances that must comply with the requirements of AS 3814. Section five of AS 3814 sets out special application requirements.
Information for industry
26 Apr 2023

Hydrogen fuel cell – developing a Technical Submission for approval in Western Australia

In Western Australia Hydrogen fuel cells are classified as a Type B gas appliance and will require approval if installed in a consumer installation. For instance, if the gas is supplied by a gas supplier. Building and Energy have developed a guideline to assist the gas industry with the minimum...
Appliance and equipment approval
21 Feb 2023

Information for high risk work licence applicants

This page answers the most common questions asked by high risk work licence (HRWL) applicants. When will my application be finalised? The current (June 2024) processing times for a new HRWL, or to add a class to an existing HRWL, is approximately 60 calendar days. Please read the ‘Can I work while...
Information about high risk work licences
17 Feb 2023

Human factors: Information sheets

These information sheets provide information on how human factors can contribute to a sequence of events that lead to a major incident and how the inclusion of human factors can assist major hazard facility operations. Human factors in the HAZOP process This information sheet provides information...
Human factors
02 Feb 2023

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Publications

Building and Energy's yearly report 2023

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This publication is a snapshot of Building and Energy's activity for 2023.
Building and Energy
Reports
12 Jul 2024

Outdoor gas appliances in alfresco areas

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This gas information sheet is essential for builders, manufacturers and installers of blinds, and anyone renovating the alfresco area or using outdoor gas appliances such as barbeques and patio heaters.
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
13 Jun 2024

Energy Safety Business Plan 2024–25

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Building and Energy is responsible for performing energy safety activities under the Energy Coordination Act 1994 (the Act) and the Energy Safety Levy Act 2006 (WA) (the Levy Act). Under the Act and...
Building and Energy
Plans
14 Mar 2024

Building disputes monthly report – October 2023

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An overview of building disputes for the month of October 2023.
Building and Energy
Reports
17 Nov 2023

Portable gas cooking appliances in restaurants

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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.
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
06 Sep 2023

Application to add a class to a high risk work licence

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Use this application form to apply for one or more classes of high risk work to be added to your existing WA licence.
WorkSafe
Form – application
15 Aug 2024

Class I applications – Relevant trade and engineering qualifications

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Building and Energy
Fact sheet
07 Jul 2023

Energy Safety Business Plan 2022–2023

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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
Plans
30 Jun 2023

Energy Safety Business Plan 2023–2024

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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
Plans
30 Jun 2023

Restrictions for stowed or covered appliances – Fact sheet

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This document provides guidance for the safety requirements of clause 6.3.2 Restriction of stowed appliances of AS/NZS 5601.2:2020 and how it applies to gas cooking appliances installed to external slide out kitchens in caravans and camper trailers (recreational vehicles).
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
12 May 2023

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Announcements

Commissioner's Blog: Top tips to keep your home and family protected this winter

The cooler weather has finally arrived and this usually means staying warm by using products like heaters, wheat/heat packs, hot water bottles and electric blankets, or even sitting near a cosy fire. Consumer Protection is reminding people there are safety risks with many winter products and if not careful, they could pose a fire hazard to your home. Winter is also a time to be aware of mould in...
Consumer Protection
Media release
09 Jul 2024

‘Don’t DIY’ electrical and gas safety campaign

A campaign is providing a stark reminder of the potentially lethal dangers of DIY electrical or gas fitting work, which must always be carried out by a licensed professional. Radio, social media and video messages from Building and Energy highlight the similarity between DIY and DIE to discourage unlicensed people from attempting this work, which has led to several deaths and near-misses in WA. “...
Building and Energy
Media release
19 Jun 2024

Safe use of gas this winter

As gas appliances emerge for use in the cooler weather, WA’s energy safety regulator is sharing important advice about staying safe and warm this winter. According to Building and Energy, gas appliances should be serviced by a licensed gas fitter at least every two years, or annually if the equipment is more than 10 years old. “If a gas appliance is faulty or used in an area without enough...
Building and Energy
Media release
18 Jun 2024

Commerce Minister media statement – Cook Government completes reforms on subcontractor payments

Media statement from Commerce Minister Sue Ellery Final stage of improved protections for building and construction subcontractors now in effect Landmark reforms to ensure timely payments across the contracting chain Three-year project delivered new legislation, a retention trust scheme, fairer contracting practices and strengthened regulatory powers The Cook Government has delivered on its...
Building and Energy
Media release
01 Feb 2024

Draft standards open for public comment – AS/NZS 5601 Part 1 and 2 Amd 2:2023

The following draft standards are open for public comment: AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 Amd 2:2023 Gas installations, Part 1: General installations View the draft with latest comments and provide your feedback here: https://comment.standards.org.au/Drafts/8832df9c-7e72-4d7b-b1e7-d340ead6e754 AS/NZS 5601.2:2020 Amd 2:2023 Gas installations, Part 2: LP Gas installations in caravans and boats for non-...
Building and Energy
Department News
18 Dec 2023

Standards Australia recent release – Set of 10 standards for gasfitters

Building and Energy would like to inform all Western Australian registered gasfitters that Standards Australia has recently created a Gasfitters set focusing on relevant standards for gasfitters. The set of standards include: AS/NZS 5601 Gas installations Part 1 and 2 AS/NZS 1596 The storage and handling of LP Gas AS 4575 Gas appliances – Servicing of Type A appliances AS/NZS 3814 Industrial and...
Building and Energy
Department News
27 Nov 2023

Gas safety alert for restaurant tabletop cooking

Explosion and injury risks from portable gas appliances with butane canisters Banned in restaurants, including tabletop cooking, and indoors All portable gas cooking appliances must be approved for use in Western Australia Diners and restaurant owners are reminded that portable gas appliances powered by butane canisters cannot be used for commercial purposes, such as tabletop cooking experiences...
Building and Energy
Media release
11 Oct 2023

Barbecue safety reminder ahead of Grand Final

WA’s gas safety regulator is urging AFL and NRL fans to stay off the injury list by using barbecues safely this Grand Final weekend. Building and Energy’s premier advice for safe grilling with gas includes: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, read the barbecue’s safety warnings and look for an approval badge to certify that it is authorised for sale in Australia. Check the gas cylinder for...
Building and Energy
Media release
28 Sep 2023

Electrical safety concerns prompt spit rotisserie ban – Flaming Coals SPG1500

Electric shock risks from unearthed spit motor Flaming Coals SPG1500 1.5m dual-fuel spit with 100kg electric rotisserie Prohibition of sale, hire and use WA’s energy safety regulator has banned the sale, hire and use of a large spit rotisserie barbecue due to electric shock risks. Building and Energy’s statewide prohibition applies to the SPG1500 F laming Coals 1.5m dual fuel (gas and charcoal)...
Building and Energy
Media release
06 Sep 2023

Warning to gas fitters – Lighting gas storage water heaters

A timely reminder to follow the lighting instructions. Building and Energy recently investigated an incident that resulted in a gasfitter being admitted to hospital after sustaining flash fire burn injuries to the face and eyes while attempting to relight a gas storage water heater. This incident occurred while the gasfitter was attending a service call when the property owner advised the...
Building and Energy
Department News
01 Aug 2023

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Applications

Application Payment Form - Gas
If you are submitting your application for a gas permit by post (or in person) and are making payment of the required fees by credit card, you must complete this form and attach it to your application.
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Apply for a gas licence
Forms to use when applying for or renewing a gas licence.
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Renewals

Renew a gasfitting permit
To renew your gasfitting permit you will need: your permit number, your email address or mobile phone number that is currently recorded with Building and Energy and your credit card (Visa or Mastercard) so that you can make your payment.
Building and Energy

Notifications

Gas fitter - Change of contact information
Gas fitters can notify the department about changes to contact information.
Building and Energy

Payments

Pay for your gasfitting permit
To pay your gasfitting permit you will need: your permit number, your email address or mobile phone number that is currently recorded with Energy Safety and your credit card (Visa or Mastercard) so that you can make your payment.
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