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Officer responsibilities

This information is designed to help WA organisations and their associated workforces (including volunteers) understand the new Work Health and Safety laws. Who is an officer under WHS? The role and influence a person has in a business determines if they are an officer under the WHS Act. Broadly,...
Main responsibilities and duties under WHS
01 Dec 2022

Managing short-term rental accommodation

The Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) register is an initiative of the Western Australian (WA) Government through the Short-Term Rental Accommodation Act 2024 to gather information on the STRA sector in WA. This information is needed to ensure that we have a clear, information based, picture...
Holiday accommodation
17 Nov 2022

Disciplinary and prosecutions media releases – Network operators

The following media releases on disciplinary outcomes for network operators have been issued. The list appears in descending order. $40,000 penalty for inadequate testing requirements – Electricity Networks Corporation trading as Western Power Western Power fined $80,000 over Wheatbelt fire Western...
Disciplinary and prosecution media releases
08 Nov 2022

eNotice Guide for Review Adjudicators

Registration as a review adjudicator entitles an individual to make determinations on review applications. There are various reporting obligations for review adjudicators under the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 and the Building and Construction Industry (Security...
eNotice
13 Sep 2022

eNotice Guide for Adjudicators

Registration as an adjudicator entitles an individual to make determinations on adjudication applications. Adjudicators have various reporting obligations under Part 3, Division 3, sections 32(4), 32(6) and 38(4)(c) of the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 and...
eNotice
13 Sep 2022

eNotice Guide for Authorised Nominating Authorities

There are various reporting obligations under the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 and the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Regulations 2022 for authorised nominating authorities, adjudicators and review adjudicators. The administration of...
eNotice
13 Sep 2022

Video – Building supply chain delays

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Building or renovating a home can be an exciting and rewarding time. However, you need to be aware that the construction industry in WA, like elsewhere in Australia, is experiencing major shortages of materials and skilled workers due to the COVID-19 pandemic and disruptions to global trade. This...
Building a home in challenging times
22 Jul 2022

Code of practice and Practice notes for adjudicators and review adjudicators

As a condition of registration, adjudicators and review adjudicators must adhere to not only the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 (WA) and regulations, they are also required to adhere to the Code of Practice for adjudicators and review adjudicators and any practice...
Adjudicators and review adjudicators
27 Jun 2022

Code of practice and Practice notes for authorised nominating authorities

As a condition of authorisation, Authorised Nominating Authorities must adhere to not only the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 (WA) and regulations, ANAs are also required to adhere to the Code of Practice and Building Commissioner practice notes to ensure they...
Authorised nominating authorities
27 Jun 2022

Reporting requirements for authorised nominating authorities

There are various reporting obligations under the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 and the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Regulations 2022 for authorised nominating authorities, adjudicators and review adjudicators. The administration of...
Authorised nominating authorities
27 Jun 2022

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Publications

Handy guide to RCD safety switches

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Residual current devices (RCDs) are the single most effective measure to prevent electrocution, serious electrical injuries and electrical fires at homes or businesses. The circuit breakers and fuses...
Building and Energy
Guide / handbook
28 Mar 2024

Consumer Protection Year in Review 2022-23

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Consumer Protection's Year in Review 2022-23 outlines the major achievements from the financial year. [scald=11175:image_medium {"link":"https:\/\/ www.commerce.wa.gov.au \/sites\/default\/files\/...
Consumer Protection
Reports
21 Oct 2024

Building disputes monthly report – December 2023

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An overview of building disputes for the month of December 2023.
Building and Energy
Reports
22 Jan 2024

Building disputes monthly report – November 2023

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An overview of building disputes for the month of November 2023.
Building and Energy
Reports
22 Dec 2023

Progress Report - Local Government periodic inspections of private swimming pool safety barriers 2022–23

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This Report is the fifth annual report on the progress of local governments’ pool inspection programs and is in response to recommendation 7 of the Ombudsman WA report Investigation into ways to...
Building and Energy
Reports
08 Dec 2023

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

Health and Safety Bulletin No. 12 Asbestos containing flooring materials

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WorkSafe is aware of at least eight known asbestos exposure incidents, which occurred between June 2020 and April 2023. These directly related to asbestos containing flooring materials. These...
WorkSafe
Bulletin
21 Dec 2023

Translations – Building and Energy's Top 10 tips: Choosing a builder and signing a home building contract

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Important guidance for beginning the building process including tips for choosing a builder and signing your home building work contract. Available in Chinese Simplified (Mandarin), Vietnamese,...
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
07 Nov 2023

Annual building disputes report 2022-23

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An overview of building disputes for the financial year of 2022-2023.
Building and Energy
Reports
30 Aug 2023

Building and Energy's Top 10 tips: Choosing a builder and signing a home building contract

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Important guidance for beginning the building process including tips for choosing a builder and signing your home building work contract.
Building and Energy
Fact sheet
29 Sep 2023

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Announcements

Stone ban prompts advice for consumers

As a national ban on engineered stone approaches, Consumer Protection is urging affected homeowners to be aware of their rights and avoid signing new contracts to have the product installed. From 1 July 2024, the supply or installation of engineered stone – commonly used to make kitchen and bathroom benchtops – will be banned in all states across Australia to protect workers from the risks of silicosis, an irreversible lung disease.
Consumer Protection
Media release
27 Jun 2024

Permanent ban for settlement agent who raided trust account

West Leederville settlement agent struck off for unauthorised withdrawals Illegally transferred over $29,000 into own bank accounts, a credit card account SAT orders follow extensive Consumer Protection investigation A West Leederville settlement agent who illegally transferred $29,030 from a trust account into her personal bank accounts and a work credit card has been permanently banned from...
Consumer Protection
Media release
13 Jun 2024

Commissioner's Blog: Lithium-ion batteries – a silent threat in our homes

Our lives are filled with devices powered by lithium-ion batteries – e-rideables, power tools, laptops, toys, smartphones, electric vehicles and even electric toothbrushes. Unfortunately, they also harbour a hidden danger. Lithium-ion batteries, no matter how small, are susceptible to fiery failures that can escalate quickly and pose a serious threat to our safety. These fires can be very...
Consumer Protection
Media release
15 May 2024

New incentive scheme for property owners to fill empty homes

The Cook Labor Government will offer $5,000 incentives to vacant property owners to bring them onto the long-term rental market for Western Australians to lease.
Consumer Protection
Media release
07 May 2024

Wrong property sale sees agency fined

Selling the wrong property to a buyer has resulted in a Kelmscott real estate agency accepting a reprimand and the payment of $7,000 in fines and costs following disciplinary action by Consumer Protection.
Consumer Protection
Media release
02 May 2024

Consumer advice following liquidation of Start Right Homes Pty Ltd

Building and Energy is advising homeowners affected by the liquidation of Start Right Homes Pty Ltd (BC14559) to contact QBE to discuss their home indemnity insurance. The Osborne Park building company, which mainly constructed single-storey houses, appointed liquidators on 7 April 2024. Building and Energy understands the company is yet to complete 24 projects. Building and Energy Executive...
Building and Energy
Media release
09 Apr 2024

Campaigns to energise electrical safety awareness

WA’s electrical safety regulator is launching three campaigns this year to provide potentially life-saving advice on safety switches, compliant appliances and the dangers of DIY. Beginning today, Building and Energy is sharing messages on social media, streaming services and other platforms to encourage testing of residual current devices (RCDs). These safety switches are designed to immediately...
Building and Energy
Media release
02 Apr 2024

Building Services Board refuses registration renewal – Beyond Builders Pty Ltd

The Building Services Board has refused to renew the building contractor registration of Beyond Builders Pty Ltd (BC103289, cancelled) on financial grounds. After reviewing Beyond Builders’ application for registration renewal and a report prepared by Building and Energy, the Board was not satisfied the company met the financial requirements for registration. The Board’s decision enables...
Building and Energy
Media release
14 Mar 2024

Commerce Minister media statement – Experienced mediator to oversee leaking pipes discussions

Media statement from Commerce Minister Sue Ellery Main industry participants enter into mediation over leaking pipes in WA homes The Hon John Chaney SC appointed by the parties to mediate an industry-led solution Former Supreme Court Justice and President of the State Administrative Tribunal, the Hon John Chaney SC, has been appointed to oversee the mediation between builders and the manufacturer...
Building and Energy / Consumer Protection
Media release
07 Mar 2024

Commerce Minister media statement – Refreshed rules for pool safety barriers

Media statement from Commerce Minister Sue Ellery Changes to streamline and clarify rules for private swimming pool safety barriers Extensive consultation as part of a comprehensive review of pool barrier laws The Cook Government is improving the safety of private swimming pools by implementing the recommendations from a review of private pool safety barrier requirements. The review was...
Building and Energy
Media release
15 Feb 2024

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